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M879 UUG

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

123,033 mi
Last recorded123,033 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM879 UUG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 May 2019 123,033 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected fuel tank mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear body work damaged

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

Pass 14 May 2018 121,673 miles

Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 3 May 2018 121,667 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 May 2017 118,857 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 118,700 miles

Central Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s (6.1.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 116,368 miles

n/s/r outrigger bracket showing corrosion

slight play in steering drop bar joint

Pass 25 Apr 2015 113,941 miles

n/s/r outrigger bracket showing corrosion

slight play in steering drop bar joint

Fail 26 Mar 2014 111,061 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 111,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 106,819 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 103,625 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 102,388 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 100,662 miles

Oil leak

both front suspension spheres sre wet and o/s is pitted

slight leak from rear diff

Pass 24 Jul 2009 97,796 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 96,311 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 94,343 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 94,343 miles

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

front seat belts fluffing

o/s/f hub seal leaking

Pass 2 Oct 2006 93,119 miles

front wipers worn

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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M879 UUG 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 72.2%.

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 M879 UUG, 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 M879 UUG registered?

M879 UUG is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 October 1994.

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