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M471 TYD

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

84,678 mi
Last recorded84,678 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM471 TYD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 84,678 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2017 80,077 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn rear joint on rear prop ()

Pass 20 May 2016 77,729 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 76,860 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,651 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 75,651 miles

Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 74,688 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 74,684 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 73,976 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake clevis joint (3.3.A.1g)

Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2012 73,796 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake clevis joint (3.3.A.1g)

Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 72,936 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 72,936 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 71,707 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 71,707 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 70,611 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2009 70,611 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 69,988 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2008 69,988 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 68,941 miles

Centre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 4 Jan 2007 68,941 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 67,026 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Dec 2005 67,026 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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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M471 TYD is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 M471 TYD, 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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What year was M471 TYD registered?

M471 TYD is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 November 1994.

Is M471 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M471 TYD shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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