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M117 GTN

1994 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

168,840 mi
Last recorded168,840 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM117 GTN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 168,840 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 156,524 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 144,197 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 131,263 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 131,263 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 121,231 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 121,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 129,095 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 129,095 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 127,033 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 123,177 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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M117 GTN is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M117 GTN, 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

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What year was M117 GTN registered?

M117 GTN is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 December 1994.

Is M117 GTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M117 GTN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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