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M421 OSK

1994 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,369 mi
Last recorded145,369 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2014
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM421 OSK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2014 145,369 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

fuel tank mount area corroded

n/s/f floor pan corroded

slight marks on windscreen

Pass 12 Feb 2013 143,365 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

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

rear fuel tank mount area corroded

rear hub seal starting to leak but not affecting brake assembly

slight marks in windscreen

Pass 7 Sep 2011 142,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 140,506 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 137,259 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 131,329 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 129,564 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 125,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 125,351 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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M421 OSK is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M421 OSK, 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 M421 OSK registered?

M421 OSK is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 9 December 1994.

Is M421 OSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M421 OSK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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