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AX54 HSZ

2004 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

388,115 mi
Last recorded388,115 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 HSZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 388,115 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 380,774 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 372,801 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 372,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 366,130 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Final drive seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 359,374 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Final drive seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 359,374 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Final drive seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering component casing not properly attached Damper (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Steering locking device ineffective Drag link nut (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 358,004 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 358,004 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 354,213 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 328,637 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 298,223 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 279,106 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 258,851 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 230,610 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 204,437 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 181,930 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 154,806 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 124,707 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 94,030 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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AX54 HSZ is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 AX54 HSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX54 HSZ registered?

AX54 HSZ is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is AX54 HSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 HSZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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