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BJ54 UBZ

2004 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,493 mi
Last recorded63,493 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 UBZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 63,493 miles

Coil spring corroded All. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 61,314 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 57,977 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 56,999 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 55,933 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 51,814 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 49,267 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,031 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 45,823 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 42,885 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 40,850 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 38,155 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 35,688 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 32,333 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 29,366 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 27,833 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 25,208 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 19,548 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 15,232 miles

Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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BJ54 UBZ is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ54 UBZ, 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 BJ54 UBZ registered?

BJ54 UBZ is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 9 December 2004.

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