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60 FXS

1997 Land Rover Defender

White Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

12,719 mi
Last recorded12,719 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Defender117,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration60 FXS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 12,719 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 12,545 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 12,224 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5205 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall 265/75/120/116s 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2022

Offside 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))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5205 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall 265/75/120/116s 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls 5005 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021
Pass 18 Mar 2020 11,851 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,743 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 11,644 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 10,662 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 10,662 miles

Nearside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside exhaust manifold to pipe leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2015 9,648 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2015 9,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear steering arm ball joint gaiters perishing

Pass 10 Jun 2013 7,091 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 6,237 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 6,237 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2011 5,388 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 3,708 miles

ADVISE off side rear seat belt starting to fray

Pass 26 Jun 2009 2,135 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2009 2,135 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 1,210 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 1,210 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Jun 2007
Pass 24 Jun 2006

rad fan cover insecure

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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60 FXS is a 1997 Land Rover Defender in White with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 117,879 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 60 FXS, 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 29 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 60 FXS?

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What year was 60 FXS registered?

60 FXS is a 1997 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 60 FXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 60 FXS shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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