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55 TXA

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,672 mi
Last recorded119,672 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 TXA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 119,672 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 119,229 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 113,592 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 108,450 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHASSIS END BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHASSIS END BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 108,423 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FORWARD OF GEAR BOX X MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEXT TO TRAILING ARM MOUNT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn CHASSIS END TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FOWARD OF TRAILING ARM MOUNT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEXT TO GEAR BOX X MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEXT TO GEAR BOX X MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn CHASSIS END TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHASSIS END BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CHASSIS END BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 103,717 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 103,717 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 100,524 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 99,580 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported on chassis (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion through out vehicle

rear axle slight corrosion

rear blade

Fail 3 Dec 2018 99,562 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced around seat belt in door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Towbar has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting rear chassis several places (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Brake inadequately mounted hose (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out riggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced around seat belt in doors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Towbar has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting rear chassis behind wheel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported on chassis (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion through out vehicle

rear axle slight corrosion

rear blade

Fail 23 Nov 2018 99,552 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger behind front wheel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake hose insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger behind front wheel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 97,265 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all floors slight corrosion

all rear chassis slight corrosion

all rear cross member

all vehicle heavily dirty

front chassis slight corrosion both sides

slight corrosion through out vehicle

Fail 30 Nov 2017 97,260 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering back arm (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member both sides (6.6.6)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all floors slight corrosion

all rear chassis slight corrosion

all rear cross member

all vehicle heavily dirty

front chassis slight corrosion both sides

prop shaft bearing

slight corrosion through out vehicle

Pass 1 Dec 2016 93,335 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slight play

Nearside Rear exhaust box slight leak off gas rear

Offside Rear steering box drop arm joint as slight play

chassis dry and rusty in places

slight oil leak steering box

Pass 30 Nov 2015 88,674 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 88,674 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 82,325 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 82,011 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 79,371 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 76,447 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 73,557 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 68,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 64,317 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 60,800 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 58,480 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 55,774 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight leak on steering box

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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55 TXA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 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 55 TXA, 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 27 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 55 TXA registered?

55 TXA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 July 1999.

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The MOT history for 55 TXA 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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