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B6 JGO

1999 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,660 mi
Last recorded80,660 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 JGO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 80,660 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 80,438 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 79,518 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 78,357 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 78,357 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 76,568 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 76,568 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2018 75,363 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 73,758 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 70,857 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 70,857 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 70,401 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 70,380 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 66,557 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 62,237 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 62,237 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 59,062 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 59,062 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 58,785 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 58,785 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 57,841 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 54,200 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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B6 JGO is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 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 B6 JGO, 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 27 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 B6 JGO registered?

B6 JGO is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is B6 JGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 JGO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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