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M615 RVJ

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,011 mi
Last recorded100,011 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM615 RVJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 100,011 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 100,002 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 100,003 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All over chassis corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 100,001 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

drivers seat been modified and fitted with no forward or back adjustment

Fail 17 Oct 2018 100,001 miles

Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted front bumper has been damaged causing protrusion of sharp rusty edges, edges now flattened back and tape put over recommend more permanent repair (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

drivers seat been modified and fitted with no forward or back adjustment

Pass 30 Oct 2017 100,003 miles

Oil leak ()

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 17 Nov 2016 100,006 miles

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

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 100,108 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 100,000 miles

slight leak on o/s/f swivel joint

Pass 29 Nov 2013 100,008 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 100,004 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 100,108 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 100,004 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 100,106 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 100,100 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 100,100 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 95,286 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 85,818 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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M615 RVJ is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M615 RVJ, 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 M615 RVJ registered?

M615 RVJ is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 October 1994.

Is M615 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M615 RVJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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