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CK55 TMZ

2005 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

186,505 mi
Last recorded186,505 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Land Rover Defender76,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK55 TMZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 186,505 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 184,821 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 181,735 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 181,735 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 180,303 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 173,203 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 165,627 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 159,951 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 147,718 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 134,454 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 121,736 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 108,222 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 96,218 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 85,476 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 76,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 65,411 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 54,340 miles

front tyres worn on inside edge

rear diff seal leaking

Pass 6 Nov 2009 43,124 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,209 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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CK55 TMZ is a 2005 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 76,444 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 CK55 TMZ, 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 21 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CK55 TMZ registered?

CK55 TMZ is a 2005 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is CK55 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK55 TMZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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