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FB52 EEG

2002 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests26 (23 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.5%

Mileage

177,978 mi
Last recorded177,978 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB52 EEG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

23 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 177,978 miles

overall chassis and body corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2025 176,965 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 20 Mar 2024 168,872 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 162,459 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 155,800 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 151,114 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear cross member. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Front Coolant leak

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 149,471 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear cross member. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Front Coolant leak

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis cross section. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis cross section. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 136,361 miles

Central Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear body crossmember at rear seats corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower bulkhead corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 126,890 miles

Body has slight corrosion Under body. (6.1.B.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Offside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis. (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 116,638 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Nearside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Offside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 101,922 miles

Offside Front axle hub seal leaking slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2015 94,852 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 94,414 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 94,414 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2013 90,839 miles

front bumper corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2012 87,779 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 87,778 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Passenger front door corroded on inner surface

Pass 3 Oct 2011 84,356 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 80,062 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 72,431 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 72,431 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 56,856 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 41,265 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,126 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,126 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,123 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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FB52 EEG is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.5%.

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 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 FB52 EEG, 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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FB52 EEG is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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