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AF04 LDO

2005 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

117,188 mi
Last recorded117,188 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Land Rover Defender76,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 LDO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 117,188 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 116,287 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CROSSMEMBER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 113,701 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff front seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 111,876 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF FRONT SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 111,191 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 110,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 109,007 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 107,244 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 105,052 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 102,502 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 88,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 73,212 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 60,941 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 46,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2009 31,231 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 20,455 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 20,455 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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AF04 LDO is a 2005 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 76,444 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 AF04 LDO, 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 21 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF04 LDO registered?

AF04 LDO is a 2005 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is AF04 LDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 LDO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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