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BN02 WXB

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,348 mi
Last recorded127,348 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 WXB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 127,348 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 127,319 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 121,297 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 120,748 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 120,002 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2021 119,762 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2021 119,723 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 117,235 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 116,395 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 116,395 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 115,256 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 115,256 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 110,524 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 110,524 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 106,162 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 101,761 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 96,888 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 96,888 miles

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 30 May 2013 92,267 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 87,270 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 79,779 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 May 2010 68,948 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 61,616 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 61,616 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 54,510 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 44,578 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 33,623 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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BN02 WXB is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BN02 WXB, 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

How do I check the history of BN02 WXB?

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What year was BN02 WXB registered?

BN02 WXB is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 April 2002.

Is BN02 WXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 WXB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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