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M237 FDG

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,522 mi
Last recorded185,522 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM237 FDG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 185,522 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 183,216 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section joins (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes in arches (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 182,394 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 1 Sep 2023 181,630 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 3 Sep 2022 180,884 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 180,303 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2021 180,303 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 179,504 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 178,027 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 175,747 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 173,891 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 169,667 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 162,596 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 153,160 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 142,531 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 132,109 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 129,434 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 119,851 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 119,851 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 111,755 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 111,755 miles

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 104,869 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 104,869 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 95,061 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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M237 FDG is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M237 FDG, 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 M237 FDG registered?

M237 FDG is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 September 1994.

Is M237 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M237 FDG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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