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FX51 VTF

2001 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

81,257 mi
Last recorded81,257 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 VTF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 81,257 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both front flexibles (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 81,167 miles

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play panhard rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 80,925 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

nearside rear chassis leg slightly corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2022 80,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 79,023 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Nov 2021 79,017 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jan 2021 77,705 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 76,694 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 75,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2017 74,511 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2016 72,735 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 69,031 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 68,972 miles

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 13 May 2014 65,099 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Seat belt stalks damaged but servicable

Pass 21 May 2013 60,519 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 55,457 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 50,400 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 43,715 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 37,461 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 30,178 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 26,085 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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FX51 VTF is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FX51 VTF, 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 VTF?

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What year was FX51 VTF registered?

FX51 VTF is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 VTF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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