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FX51 KEH

2001 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,809 mi
Last recorded46,809 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 KEH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 46,809 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 46,809 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 46,075 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 45,611 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2022 45,416 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 44,364 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 44,170 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 43,817 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 42,817 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 41,746 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 40,655 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 39,894 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 38,604 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,638 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 36,654 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 34,894 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 32,796 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 30,607 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 29,171 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 24,801 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 20,160 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 18,879 miles

both rear top shock absorber bushes slight play.

Fail 15 Oct 2005 18,879 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear top shock absorber bushes slight play.

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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FX51 KEH is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FX51 KEH, 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 FX51 KEH?

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What year was FX51 KEH registered?

FX51 KEH is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is FX51 KEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 KEH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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