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BG07 OPX

2007 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,897 mi
Last recorded63,897 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Land Rover Defender68,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 OPX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 63,897 miles

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

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

Rear Axle stabilizer ball joint rubber boot perished.

Steering universal joint on steering box signs of wear.

Fail 23 Jan 2026 63,895 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative Suspect covered up. (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Axle stabilizer ball joint rubber boot perished.

Steering universal joint on steering box signs of wear.

Pass 20 Jan 2025 52,611 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 43,936 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 43,297 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 39,526 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 39,439 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 39,421 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 39,337 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 39,325 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 39,011 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 38,317 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 37,446 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 36,538 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 35,773 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 30,780 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,823 miles

bonnet not closeing shut but catchs on secondery latch

Fail 28 Apr 2011 23,823 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

bonnet not closeing shut but catchs on secondery latch

Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,592 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 19,592 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BG07 OPX is a 2007 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 68,492 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 BG07 OPX, 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 19 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG07 OPX registered?

BG07 OPX is a 2007 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 April 2007.

Is BG07 OPX safe to buy?

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