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AU04 TZP

2004 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,302 mi
Last recorded94,302 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 TZP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 94,302 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 94,302 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 94,153 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 93,752 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 93,752 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 93,177 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 89,990 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 89,973 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2015 83,772 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 74,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f mudflap damaged

o/s/f mudflap damaged

Fail 17 Apr 2014 74,918 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f swivel ball seal weaping oil

o/s/f mudflap damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2013 68,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 68,882 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil residue on engine

Pass 19 Apr 2012 63,975 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 56,519 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 56,519 miles

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 46,530 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

chip in windscreen

Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,463 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front screen wipers do not park correctly.

instrument panel insecure.

Pass 18 Jun 2008 32,446 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,941 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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AU04 TZP is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 81,117 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 AU04 TZP, 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 22 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU04 TZP registered?

AU04 TZP is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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