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FJ02 XBH

2002 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,900 mi
Last recorded123,900 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 XBH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 123,900 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 121,198 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2023 119,364 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 116,185 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 116,185 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 105,441 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear "A" frame ball joint slight play

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel tank damp

Fail 1 Nov 2021 105,228 miles

Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard CAT (8.2.2.1 (a))

Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard EGR Valve (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear A-frame ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Play in swivel pin (sphere)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Play in swivel pin (sphere)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rough when going lock to lock

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 97,696 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 97,505 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2009 35,711 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,680 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 25,680 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 22,412 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 22,412 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 19,090 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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FJ02 XBH is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FJ02 XBH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ02 XBH?

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What year was FJ02 XBH registered?

FJ02 XBH is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is FJ02 XBH safe to buy?

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