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BF54 WJM

2004 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

187,256 mi
Last recorded187,256 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 WJM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 187,256 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 176,264 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 167,809 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 159,240 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 145,504 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 134,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Apr 2019 129,465 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 126,591 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 123,986 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 121,561 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front/off (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 May 2016 121,561 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front/off (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 111,923 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 102,126 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 93,378 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 81,939 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 74,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 63,824 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,657 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 46,609 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 36,571 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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BF54 WJM is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BF54 WJM, 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 BF54 WJM registered?

BF54 WJM is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 8 September 2004.

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