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M919 PBW

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,757 mi
Last recorded130,757 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM919 PBW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 130,757 miles

age related surface rust

Pass 9 May 2025 128,846 miles

age related surface rust

Pass 7 May 2024 126,401 miles

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

age related surface rust

Pass 2 May 2023 121,446 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 116,534 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 109,337 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at front of both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

complete replacement headlamps fitted (HID or LED)

Pass 12 May 2020 105,866 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Apr 2019 102,730 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

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

Fail 1 Apr 2019 102,690 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 98,870 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 98,870 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 98,722 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 95,884 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 95,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 92,561 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 89,877 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 85,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 85,727 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 81,970 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 78,949 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2010 78,949 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 75,689 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Off side front drag link end rubber gaitor split.

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 714,035 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 71,035 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 65,525 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 28 Jul 2006 60,775 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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M919 PBW is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M919 PBW, 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 M919 PBW registered?

M919 PBW is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M919 PBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M919 PBW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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