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BF02 HPU

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

155,555 mi
Last recorded155,555 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 HPU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 155,555 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2025 150,028 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 144,733 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 139,058 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 133,082 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 127,031 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 116,767 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 110,711 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 105,737 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 100,804 miles

steering damper rubber bush slight movement

Pass 12 Mar 2015 94,097 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 87,244 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 79,534 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 74,717 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 63,461 miles

slight plat in top rear shocker bushes

Pass 10 Mar 2010 59,212 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 51,750 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 42,579 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 42,579 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 35,045 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 26,794 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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BF02 HPU is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BF02 HPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF02 HPU registered?

BF02 HPU is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is BF02 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 HPU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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