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DG62 OOC

2012 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,514 mi
Last recorded65,514 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Defender49,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 OOC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 65,514 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2025 65,511 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 62,094 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 60,467 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front swivel seal slight leak

Nearside Rear drive member / half shaft showing wear

Offside Front swivel seal slight leak

Fail 1 Sep 2023 60,466 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture calliper pipe ( bracket bent and twisted ) (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front swivel seal slight leak

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear drive member / half shaft showing wear

Offside Front swivel seal slight leak

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear stop /tail lamp lens cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2022 56,999 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 56,999 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above chassis by door (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 51,433 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2021 51,433 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 45,421 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 27 Aug 2019 38,942 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 32,871 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,140 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 22,013 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 16,150 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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DG62 OOC is a 2012 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 49,149 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 DG62 OOC, 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 14 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 DG62 OOC registered?

DG62 OOC is a 2012 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is DG62 OOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 OOC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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