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M357 VVE

1994 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,604 mi
Last recorded140,604 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM357 VVE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 140,604 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 136,609 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 132,458 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 126,558 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 120,953 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 117,115 miles

All 4 tyre valves corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 117,115 miles

All 4 tyre valves corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 112,824 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 108,470 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 104,628 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 100,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 95,638 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 91,089 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 86,274 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 81,732 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 77,173 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 73,513 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2008 73,513 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 70,032 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 May 2007 70,032 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 66,009 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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M357 VVE is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M357 VVE, 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 M357 VVE registered?

M357 VVE is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 25 November 1994.

Is M357 VVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M357 VVE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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