MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
112,123 miAbove average mileage for this year
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sm hole (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocks ...perished/cracked (5.3.2 (c))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes ...perished/cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sm hole (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocks ...perished/cracked (5.3.2 (c))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes ...perished/cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Reverse lamps inoperative, but not required on vehicles registered prior to 2009
Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Reverse lamps inoperative, but not required on vehicles registered prior to 2009
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Offside Front Upper Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear hub assembly / tractor joint has slight play and seepage of grease
Oil leak, but not excessive various leaks none excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
rear differential has slight oil leak
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (tie rod ) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear hub assembly / tractor joint has slight play and seepage of grease
Oil leak, but not excessive various leaks none excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
rear differential has slight oil leak
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output AA badge positioned so that light source is slightly reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Oil leak ()
Ball joint has slight play on steering arm end and hub end (2.2.B.1f)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output aa badge positioned so as to slightly reduce light output from headlamp (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Oil leak at rear differential pinion seal ()
Brake servo damaged and function impaired appears to have no servo assistance felt at the pedal, no vacuum leaks and sufficient vacuum at the pipe (3.6.A.2c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working bulb replaced, possibly bulb holder ( corr in at pins) (1.3.2b)
Ball joint has slight play on steering arm end and hub end (2.2.B.1f)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output aa badge positioned so as to slightly reduce light output from headlamp (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Oil leak at rear differential pinion seal ()
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Temporary fuel cap fitted
all 4 tyres perished
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nail in nearside front tyre
Nail in offside rear tyre
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nail in nearside front tyre
Nail in offside rear tyre
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
all 4 tyres perished
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
OIL LEAK NEAR SIDE FRONT HUB
SLIGHT PLAY NEAR SIDE FRONT HUB
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
A17 WPE is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.
Across all 2002 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 91,689 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 A17 WPE, 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 24 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 A17 WPE?
You can check the full history of A17 WPE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was A17 WPE registered?
A17 WPE is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 20 November 2002.
Is A17 WPE safe to buy?
The MOT history for A17 WPE shows 29 tests with a 58.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A17 WPE have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A17 WPE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.