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100 XWJ

2012 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,958 mi
Last recorded92,958 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Defender49,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration100 XWJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 92,958 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 85,655 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 83,954 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 81,004 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 75,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 62,876 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 52,558 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 44,231 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 33,091 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 31,684 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Oct 2015 31,684 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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100 XWJ is a 2012 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 49,149 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 100 XWJ, 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 14 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 100 XWJ registered?

100 XWJ is a 2012 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is 100 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 100 XWJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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