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FV02 LNY

2002 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

174,112 mi
Last recorded174,112 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Defender91,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 LNY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 174,112 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 168,474 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 168,260 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 165,093 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 160,377 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 143,726 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 126,237 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 104,619 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

chips in screen

oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2012 104,610 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

chips in screen

oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2011 80,134 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 59,562 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 46,759 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 32,822 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 15,890 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 12,738 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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FV02 LNY is a 2002 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FV02 LNY, 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

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What year was FV02 LNY registered?

FV02 LNY is a 2002 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is FV02 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 LNY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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