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M938 TWW

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,901 mi
Last recorded114,901 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM938 TWW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 114,901 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 114,861 miles

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 100,005 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 100,004 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 100,002 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 100,102 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 100,100 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 100,003 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

chassis and brake pipes have a thick coat of under seal.

Fail 31 Jan 2018 100,007 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on chassis. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped on axle. (3.6.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged squashed on axle. (3.6.B.2c)

Rear reflector missing none fitted. (1.5.1a)

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

chassis and brake pipes have a thick coat of under seal.

Pass 25 Jan 2017 100,000 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 100,002 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 100,003 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre slight cracking

o/s/f tyre slight cracking

Pass 27 Jan 2014 100,008 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 100,009 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 100,000 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 100,000 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 100,007 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 100,007 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 11 Feb 2010 100,008 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 100,008 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 100,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion on brake pipes

corrosion underfloor

Pass 19 Oct 2007 100,004 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 100,004 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 100,007 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 100,007 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 100,005 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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M938 TWW 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 M938 TWW, 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 M938 TWW registered?

M938 TWW is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 August 1994.

Is M938 TWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M938 TWW 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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