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AY02 LZO

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,100 mi
Last recorded92,100 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 LZO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 92,100 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 91,275 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 89,790 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Upper shock rubbers slight play

Pass 19 Aug 2016 87,872 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 84,065 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 799,693 miles

tow ball elecrics not connected

tow ball not fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2014 799,693 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

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

tow ball elecrics not connected

tow ball not fitted

Pass 24 May 2013 78,145 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 74,616 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 74,616 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 72,263 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 65,989 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 58,614 miles

2rear seats removed before mot

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2008 52,221 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 46,763 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 367,218 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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AY02 LZO is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AY02 LZO, 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 AY02 LZO registered?

AY02 LZO is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is AY02 LZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 LZO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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