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BT52 XMV

2002 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,753 mi
Last recorded79,753 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 XMV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 79,753 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 77,845 miles

both rear shock absorbers poor condition

wiper blades poor condition

Pass 25 Jan 2024 75,357 miles

both rear shock absorbers poor condition

Pass 18 Jan 2023 73,156 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Fuel filter housing damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front swivel dome poor condition

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 71,080 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 68,720 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 66,777 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear shockers (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 63,499 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 59,868 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 56,889 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 53,433 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 50,103 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 50,103 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 47,513 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 14 Jan 2014 47,466 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 45,050 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 42,811 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 42,811 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 40,425 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 37,402 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,594 miles

nearside rear outer brake pad 80% worn

Pass 18 Dec 2007 28,255 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 23,016 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 17,209 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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BT52 XMV is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT52 XMV, 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 BT52 XMV registered?

BT52 XMV is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is BT52 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 XMV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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