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M631 DEC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

11,985 mi
Last recorded11,985 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM631 DEC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 11,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 10,523 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 8,683 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 7,259 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 7,259 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 4,328 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 903 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 100,000 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 100,005 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of hub (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 100,006 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt At steering box (2.2.C.1c)

Rear bump stops in poor condition

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear Cross Member (6.6.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 100,003 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 100,001 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 100,006 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 99,088 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 96,318 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 94,633 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 91,627 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 87,635 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 81,022 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 75,161 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 70,238 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 65,473 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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M631 DEC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 M631 DEC, 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 M631 DEC registered?

M631 DEC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 December 1994.

Is M631 DEC safe to buy?

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