MOT Status
ValidMileage
198,646 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
slight power steering fluid leak from central pipe
Central Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AR04 XSG is a 2005 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 AR04 XSG, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of AR04 XSG?
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What year was AR04 XSG registered?
AR04 XSG is a 2005 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 2005.
Is AR04 XSG safe to buy?
The MOT history for AR04 XSG shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AR04 XSG have outstanding finance?
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