The lower left-hand door hinge is a structural pivot component mounted at the base of the door aperture, bearing the majority of the door's weight during opening and closing cycles. On Defender and Series 3 vehicles, lower hinges are particularly susceptible to corrosion and wear due to their proximity to road debris and water ingress, leading to door sag, misalignment, and difficulty latching. Replacing a worn or seized hinge restores correct door geometry and prevents accelerated wear on the door seal and striker plate. Key Features Supplied in self-colour (bare metal), suitable for painting or coating prior to fitting Left-hand lower position - verify door side and hinge position before ordering, as upper and lower hinges are not interchangeable Correct OEM replacement for vehicles up to chassis number WA138479 When replacing lower hinges, inspect upper hinges simultaneously for wear; both typically degrade at a similar rate Vehicle Fitment Fits Land Rover Defender (1986–2006) up to chassis number WA138479 and Land Rover Series 3, covering lower left-hand door hinge positions on both model lines. Not sure about fitment? Feel free to get in touch at [email protected]