MOT Status
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135,083 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced main beam (4.1.4 (a))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fuel system component leaking from engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering box arm worn on box (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front diff oil leak
Front tyres perishing
engine oil leaks
Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
oil leak!
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
oil leak!
Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside front seat belt buckle cover missing.
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
centre rear seat belt plastic cover missing on buckle.
4 wheel drive warning lamp displayed on dash
Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
bottom of fuel filter looks damp but no obvious leaks
nearside rear mount to axle slightly worn bush
Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
4 wheel drive warning lamp displayed on dash
Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
bottom of fuel filter looks damp but no obvious leaks
nearside rear mount to axle slightly worn bush
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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F18 TGF is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 F18 TGF, 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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F18 TGF is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 2002.
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