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AV53 FUF

2003 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

144,755 mi
Last recorded144,755 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 FUF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 144,755 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 144,626 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 142,356 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 141,285 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 138,769 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 138,769 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 137,174 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 131,435 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play +2 (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded =3 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 124,033 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 117,874 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 111,080 miles

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

o/r brake slightly binding

Fail 1 Oct 2013 104,229 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 104,229 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 94,362 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 83,854 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 83,854 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 76,063 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 76,063 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 67,996 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 67,996 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 56,195 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 44,420 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 33,656 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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AV53 FUF is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 86,068 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 AV53 FUF, 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 23 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV53 FUF?

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What year was AV53 FUF registered?

AV53 FUF is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AV53 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 FUF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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