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AK52 XNP

2002 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,728 mi
Last recorded139,728 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XNP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 139,728 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 137,173 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 134,457 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 132,348 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 129,814 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 126,932 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 122,771 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 119,002 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 114,867 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 109,935 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 105,311 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 100,091 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 94,111 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 88,144 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 83,010 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 77,696 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 72,218 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 67,390 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 61,723 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 56,618 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 51,981 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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AK52 XNP is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK52 XNP, 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

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What year was AK52 XNP registered?

AK52 XNP is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is AK52 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XNP shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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