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M252 SUD

1994 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

125,609 mi
Last recorded125,609 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM252 SUD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 125,609 miles

Hazard warning tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 125,609 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal spongy (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached steering box arm loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 121,040 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 121,026 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting battery tray under passenger seat (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 114,983 miles

bonnet hinges broken

offside rear chassis corroded

Fail 9 Dec 2017 114,841 miles

Brake performance not tested due to excessive play in nearside front swivel hub (3.7.A.1)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play front steering arm (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS

bonnet hinges broken

nearside and offside headlights dim

offside rear chassis corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2016 110,453 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Dec 2016 110,453 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 105,367 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2015 105,366 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 101,741 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 98,142 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2013 98,142 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 95,264 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 79,301 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 210,542 miles

rear brake efforts low

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

general corrosion to vehicle chassis

nearside front and rear tyres showing age cracks

Pass 24 Nov 2010 210,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

general corrosion to vehicle chassis

nearside front and rear tyres showing age cracks

rear brake efforts low

Pass 29 Sep 2009 204,265 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 190,142 miles

o/s draglink dustcover insecure

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 23 Nov 2007 177,880 miles

front prop shaft front u/j worn to excess

Fail 21 Nov 2007 177,880 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front prop shaft front u/j worn to excess

Pass 9 Oct 2006 162,423 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 148,643 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 148,643 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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M252 SUD is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M252 SUD, 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.

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M252 SUD is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 22 September 1994.

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