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M508 CVC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

191,138 mi
Last recorded191,138 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM508 CVC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 191,138 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 190,352 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount holed but body still secure (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all tyres just starting to perish

Fail 25 Feb 2021 190,351 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount holed but body still secure (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all tyres just starting to perish

Pass 28 Feb 2020 190,225 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 186,693 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

front and rear diff weeping oil

Fail 20 Feb 2019 186,692 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated brake disc covered in oily substance (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

front and rear diff weeping oil

Pass 12 Mar 2018 181,244 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2018 181,244 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively clipped in wrong (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 175,226 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 172,899 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 171,180 miles

bodywork showing signs of deteriation

oil leaks underside

Pass 13 Jun 2014 169,079 miles

slight movement n/s front hub

Fail 11 Jun 2013 165,286 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 165,286 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 158,363 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 158,363 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 154,396 miles

oil leaks underside generally

Fail 15 Jun 2011 154,396 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leaks underside generally

Pass 15 Jun 2010 142,815 miles

front and rear num plates showing signs of deteriation

Fail 15 Jun 2010 142,815 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front and rear num plates showing signs of deteriation

Pass 22 Jun 2009 130,643 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 115,598 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 89,708 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 89,708 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 84,204 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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M508 CVC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 M508 CVC, 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 M508 CVC registered?

M508 CVC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 22 September 1994.

Is M508 CVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M508 CVC shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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