MOT Status
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70,196 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Brake performance unable to be tested Brake pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))
Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury O/S & N/S (6.2.8 (b))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp O/S & N/S - Side/stop lamp bulbs in wrong (4.3.3 (b))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' Frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Prop shaft securing bolt loose Front flange (6.1.7 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel O/S & N/S (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Diesel leak from O/S Top of engine - rectify ASAP
Washer jet pressure weak
Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Lenses milky (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Lens faded (1.4.A.2f)
O/S & N/S 1/4 Panel ties corroded/snapped
Central Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm O/S & N/S - 7.5R16 (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Lens broken (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Lenses milky (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Lens faded (1.4.A.2f)
O/S & N/S 1/4 Panel ties corroded/snapped
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S & O/S (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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CV04 SXS is a 2004 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 CV04 SXS, 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.
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What year was CV04 SXS registered?
CV04 SXS is a 2004 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 March 2004.
Is CV04 SXS safe to buy?
The MOT history for CV04 SXS shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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