MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
116,729 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
VEHICLE HAS GENERAL CORROSION OVER UNDERSIDE OF BODY & CHASSIS
headlamps modified & headlamp levellers no longer fitted
steering box lock tabs ineffective but could be lock-tighted
Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced previous repair poor and not seem welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake insecure Pad retaining pins not adequate, (1.1.21 (c))
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member by towbar fixing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
VEHICLE HAS GENERAL CORROSION OVER UNDERSIDE OF BODY & CHASSIS
headlamps modified & headlamp levellers no longer fitted
steering box lock tabs ineffective but could be lock-tighted
Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear chassis cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly wiring broken on fluid cap and handbrake switch (1.1.10 (g))
Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres heavily cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe and centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front of chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (along chassis rail in line with rear wheel) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (along top of chassis rail chalk marked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (bottom of wheel arch / under drivers floor pan area) chalk marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
under body corroaded
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak ()
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Front Brake pipe kinked on caliper (3.6.B.2b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak ()
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear nearside shock absorber bushes are slightly worn
Slight power steering leak from steering box
Vehicle has been heavily under sealed
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
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DK02 OTF is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 DK02 OTF, 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.
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What year was DK02 OTF registered?
DK02 OTF is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 19 March 2002.
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