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CP07 RYU

2007 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

141,739 mi
Last recorded141,739 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Land Rover Defender68,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP07 RYU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 141,739 miles

slight free play at steering wheel

Fail 29 Aug 2023 141,728 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested leaking pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight free play at steering wheel

Pass 14 Jun 2021 137,769 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 135,058 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rear drag link NS to OS slight movement in ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 127,050 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 119,896 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 119,896 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 114,441 miles

all tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 23 Mar 2016 107,270 miles

slight differential oil leak

slight gearbox oil leak

slight power steering leak from steering box

Fail 23 Mar 2016 107,270 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight differential oil leak

slight gearbox oil leak

slight power steering leak from steering box

Pass 1 Apr 2015 99,735 miles

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 92,515 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

coolant level low

Pass 8 Apr 2013 83,906 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 83,901 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 80,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 80,938 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 72,246 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 72,245 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 49,434 miles

Front bumper insecure

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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CP07 RYU is a 2007 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2007 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 68,492 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP07 RYU, 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 19 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 CP07 RYU registered?

CP07 RYU is a 2007 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is CP07 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP07 RYU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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