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BD04 SFU

2004 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,087 mi
Last recorded96,087 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 SFU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 96,087 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 89,526 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 83,025 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 78,830 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 75,475 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 70,843 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 66,544 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 61,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 61,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 55,046 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 50,608 miles

ADVISE both front tyres starting to perish.

ADVISE both front wipers spilt.

Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,812 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 42,638 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,655 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 37,655 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 30,706 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 30,706 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 21,966 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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BD04 SFU is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 81,117 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 BD04 SFU, 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 22 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 BD04 SFU registered?

BD04 SFU is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is BD04 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 SFU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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