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DG51 LXL

2001 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,059 mi
Last recorded88,059 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 LXL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 88,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2024 86,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 84,679 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 84,670 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 82,172 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 82,172 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 79,849 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 79,849 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 77,494 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 74,448 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 70,877 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 68,312 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 68,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 63,944 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 59,624 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 55,775 miles

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

Tow ball cover fitted.

Pass 29 Aug 2013 52,080 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 52,080 miles

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,834 miles

engine oil leak.

slight damage to n/s/f seat belt webbing.

slight damage to o/s/f seat belt webbing.

underside inc coil springs, brake pipes etc heavily undersealed.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 43,308 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 38,954 miles

fuel filter corroded.

slight damage and wear to n/s/f seat belt webbing.

slight damage and wear to o/s/f seat belt webbing.

slight engine oil leak.

slight gearbox oil leak.

tow ball fitted.

Pass 21 Aug 2009 34,067 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 34,067 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 30,143 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 30,143 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,161 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 19,805 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 15,907 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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DG51 LXL is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 94,644 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 DG51 LXL, 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 25 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 DG51 LXL registered?

DG51 LXL is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DG51 LXL safe to buy?

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