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42 EW

2007 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

75,365 mi
Last recorded75,365 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Land Rover Defender68,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration42 EW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 75,365 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 74,839 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 73,868 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 73,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 70,818 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 69,753 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner ()

Fail 18 Apr 2018 69,753 miles

Central Front registration plate obscured plate in windscreen (6.3.1d)

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner ()

Pass 23 Jun 2017 68,854 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on mirror arm ()

Fail 22 Jun 2017 68,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on mirror arm ()

Pass 17 May 2016 64,733 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 63,153 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 59,803 miles

Adjustable towball lower pin retaining clip missing but still secure, top pin OK

Pass 25 Apr 2013 48,783 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 34,965 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 26,737 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 26,423 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 26,407 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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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42 EW is a 2007 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 68,492 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 42 EW, 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 19 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 42 EW registered?

42 EW is a 2007 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is 42 EW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 42 EW 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.

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