MOT Status
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48,863 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slight play in lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
handbrake lever travel near to limits
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Oil leak ()
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Could not see front or rear brakes
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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16 VY is a 2009 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
Across all 2009 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 60,456 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 16 VY, 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 17 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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How do I check the history of 16 VY?
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What year was 16 VY registered?
16 VY is a 2009 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 July 2009.
Is 16 VY safe to buy?
The MOT history for 16 VY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 16 VY have outstanding finance?
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