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M793 CVC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,396 mi
Last recorded9,396 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM793 CVC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 9,396 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2018 9,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 2,810 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2017 2,806 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 560 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 560 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 73,374 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 73,374 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both fronts (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 72,942 miles

advise front to rear brake pipe very rusty

advise n/s/f parking light dim

advise rear chassis corroded ( no tow bar fitted )

Pass 22 Nov 2013 69,590 miles

N/side and o/side swivel housing seals have slight leaks

N/side seat belt mount safe but requires adjustment

Fail 22 Nov 2013 69,590 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

N/side and o/side swivel housing seals have slight leaks

N/side seat belt mount safe but requires adjustment

Pass 10 May 2008 69,590 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 69,590 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 May 2007 69,590 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 69,590 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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M793 CVC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 M793 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.

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M793 CVC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 November 1994.

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