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BD02 MXC

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,102 mi
Last recorded92,102 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 MXC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,102 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 87,116 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 80,006 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 72,964 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 72,726 miles

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

slight play in both rear top shocker bushes

steering joint boots perished

Fail 2 Jul 2015 71,216 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 71,216 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 69,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 19 Jul 2013 66,595 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 66,595 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 61,917 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 61,893 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 61,312 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 61,308 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 60,087 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 59,018 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 57,836 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 56,084 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 44,989 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 33,706 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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BD02 MXC is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BD02 MXC, 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 BD02 MXC registered?

BD02 MXC is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is BD02 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 MXC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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