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M172 NEL

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

166,508 mi
Last recorded166,508 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM172 NEL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 166,508 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 165,405 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 164,282 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 16,467 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 155,472 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 151,992 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 147,801 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 143,509 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 143,504 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 138,344 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 138,344 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 133,049 miles

NO REAR SEATS FITTED

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Apr 2008 133,049 miles

NO REAR SEATS FITTED

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 127,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

damp around diesel tank but does not smell like diesel. no leak found.

Pass 23 Apr 2007 127,924 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

damp around diesel tank but does not smell like diesel. no leak found.

Pass 20 Apr 2006 122,867 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 122,834 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

all tyres slight perishing inner edge

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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M172 NEL is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 M172 NEL, 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 M172 NEL registered?

M172 NEL is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M172 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M172 NEL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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