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FD51 TTX

2001 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

38,289 mi
Last recorded38,289 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 TTX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 38,289 miles

Front Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 37,261 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 36,339 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 34,969 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 34,955 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top of crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced bottom of crossmember (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top of crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced bottom of crossmember (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 34,816 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 34,426 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 33,888 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 32,811 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 31,220 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 29,186 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 27,777 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak from engine

Pass 27 Oct 2014 26,610 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nsf swivel joint damp

Pass 21 Oct 2013 25,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nsf swivel joint leaking

Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,203 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

coil springs slightly correded

front swivel joints slightly leaking

Pass 24 Oct 2011 22,557 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 20,533 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,555 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 16,518 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 14,254 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 11,900 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 9,466 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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FD51 TTX is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 94,644 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 FD51 TTX, 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 25 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD51 TTX?

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What year was FD51 TTX registered?

FD51 TTX is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is FD51 TTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 TTX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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