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CV52 NCD

2002 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,278 mi
Last recorded154,278 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV52 NCD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 154,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 153,668 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 150,237 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 150,237 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 146,952 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 137,271 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 137,271 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 127,356 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 127,355 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 118,602 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 108,605 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 108,603 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 97,383 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 97,378 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 86,472 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 671,765 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 56,955 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 47,640 miles

front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 19 Jan 2007 33,856 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 27,148 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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CV52 NCD is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 91,689 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 CV52 NCD, 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 24 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 CV52 NCD registered?

CV52 NCD is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is CV52 NCD safe to buy?

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