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DIG 8004

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,808 mi
Last recorded143,808 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 8004
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 143,808 miles

all brake pipes coated in grease/sealant

rear cross member corroded but not within 30 cm of a prescribed area

Pass 16 Dec 2015 143,131 miles

offside front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 6 Dec 2014 140,456 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 135,969 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 130,225 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front steering arm rubber has been repaired with sealer

Pass 28 Mar 2011 125,120 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 118,843 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 118,843 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 103,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front number plate cracked

Pass 26 Feb 2006 87,985 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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DIG 8004 is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 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 DIG 8004, 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 27 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 DIG 8004 registered?

DIG 8004 is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 December 1999.

Is DIG 8004 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 8004 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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