MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,378 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear diff has slight oil leak
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
front shocker lower bushes worn
n/s/f leaf spring u bolts damaged
non standard seat belts fitted
Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BVS 130S is a 1997 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 117,879 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 BVS 130S, 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 29 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 BVS 130S?
You can check the full history of BVS 130S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BVS 130S registered?
BVS 130S is a 1997 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 August 1997.
Is BVS 130S safe to buy?
The MOT history for BVS 130S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BVS 130S have outstanding finance?
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