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CK54 EPN

2004 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,719 mi
Last recorded105,719 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK54 EPN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 105,719 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 105,706 miles

Offside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2026 105,623 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance unable to be tested ABS FAULT (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting AS MARKED (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 104,231 miles

Nearside Front hub seal has slight oil seepage

Nearside registration plate lamp dim

Offside Front hub seal has slight oil seepage

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2, inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jan 2025 104,231 miles

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front hub seal has slight oil seepage

Nearside registration plate lamp dim

Offside Front hub seal has slight oil seepage

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2, inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 102,045 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 99,320 miles

Offside Step corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2021 96,180 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 96,180 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 94,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 92,968 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 85,294 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 85,294 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 78,467 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 69,369 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 62,971 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 48,969 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 47,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight lesk from n/s steering swivel

Pass 19 Sep 2013 43,433 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,242 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 35,035 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 30,502 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 24,496 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,416 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 13,402 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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CK54 EPN is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CK54 EPN, 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 CK54 EPN registered?

CK54 EPN is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is CK54 EPN safe to buy?

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