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BK02 DFE

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

110,820 mi
Last recorded110,820 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK02 DFE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 110,820 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 110,802 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 107,062 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint boot suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both seat belts slight damage (7.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most cross section corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 104,055 miles

All tyres going out of shape

Both front seat belt show slight damage due to being caught in doors

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake lines (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust in poor condition.

Head lights seem poor

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 100,706 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 98,138 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 95,505 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 94,015 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 22 May 2019 93,110 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 90,490 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 85,006 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 76,001 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 69,569 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 69,569 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 66,881 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 65,598 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 65,598 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 64,265 miles

Nearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 64,265 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 63,136 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 63,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 55,732 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 49,970 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 43,966 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 36,132 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 31,177 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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BK02 DFE is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 BK02 DFE, 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 BK02 DFE registered?

BK02 DFE is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is BK02 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK02 DFE shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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