MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
231,568 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AY53 SYR is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 AY53 SYR, 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 AY53 SYR?
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What year was AY53 SYR registered?
AY53 SYR is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 16 September 2003.
Is AY53 SYR safe to buy?
The MOT history for AY53 SYR shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AY53 SYR have outstanding finance?
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