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M104 TWC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Beige Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

256,681 mi
Last recorded256,681 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM104 TWC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 256,681 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 251,840 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 247,725 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 243,542 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 238,341 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 235,306 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 230,395 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 225,528 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 222,720 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 214,986 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 208,412 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 200,297 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 110,298 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 181,714 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 170,119 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 160,197 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 147,695 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 May 2008 140,179 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2007 131,106 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 109,756 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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M104 TWC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Beige with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 120,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M104 TWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 32 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M104 TWC?

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What year was M104 TWC registered?

M104 TWC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M104 TWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M104 TWC shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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