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AE02 OXG

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

243,034 mi
Last recorded243,034 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 OXG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 243,034 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat belt mount on crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at pump (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 243,030 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat mounting crossmember holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose connection area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. including centre seat (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted mounting pin loose/insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower area of bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on trailing arm partially split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively clicking (on full steering lock) (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed damaged close to requirement limit (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mounting crossmember (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush on trailing arm partially split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine has multiple leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump area connections (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 234,507 miles

Front swivels leaking

Nearside Front mud flap missing

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

Fail 24 Oct 2024 234,507 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both ends (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front swivels leaking

Nearside Front mud flap missing

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

coolant below minimum

Pass 3 Nov 2023 226,931 miles

both front swivels leaking

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 217,962 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both front swivel hub oil seals leaking badly

Pass 1 Oct 2021 208,273 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2021 20,827 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 202,630 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 202,630 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 197,682 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 193,300 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 189,113 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush all bushes (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 180,423 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 180,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cut to cord (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wear (out of shape) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 173,436 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 171,408 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 169,210 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 164,413 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 158,718 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 149,040 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 136,734 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 124,199 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 110,597 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 100,607 miles

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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AE02 OXG is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AE02 OXG, 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.

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AE02 OXG is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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