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CV04 SXS

2004 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,196 mi
Last recorded70,196 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Defender81,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV04 SXS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 70,196 miles

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))

Fail 12 Mar 2026 70,189 miles

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))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 70,184 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 70,184 miles

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))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 67,900 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 67,895 miles

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))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 62,819 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2020 62,763 miles

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))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 59,467 miles

Diesel leak from O/S Top of engine - rectify ASAP

Washer jet pressure weak

Pass 23 Jan 2018 55,800 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2018 55,589 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 51,629 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 51,629 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 43,119 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 40,138 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,790 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 34,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,858 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 27,915 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,776 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 21,749 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 15,121 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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