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AY52 FHS

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,691 mi
Last recorded27,691 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 FHS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 27,691 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 27,318 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 26,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2022 26,232 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 May 2022 26,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 25,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 24,925 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member has slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perished and have small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 24,246 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres have small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 24,244 miles

Fuel pipe leaking rear of head (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres have small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 23,113 miles

Rear discs corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2016 21,667 miles

Front tyres starting to perish

Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,719 miles

Front tyres perishing on inner walls

Pass 22 Sep 2014 20,146 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 19,490 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 18,631 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 17,449 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 16,164 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front seatbelts slight damage

Fail 28 Sep 2010 161,645 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both seatbelts slight damage

Pass 28 Sep 2010 161,645 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both seatbelts slight damage

Pass 15 Sep 2009 15,172 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 13,260 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,436 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 9,838 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 7,432 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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AY52 FHS is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 AY52 FHS, 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.

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What year was AY52 FHS registered?

AY52 FHS is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AY52 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 FHS shows 24 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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