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GP51 ODN

2001 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

202,397 mi
Last recorded202,397 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP51 ODN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 202,397 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre perishing

parking brake travel

tow bar not fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2018 195,244 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

engine pans

front brake discs worn

tow bar not fitted

under body rust

Pass 21 Jan 2017 189,910 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

front brake discs worn

tow bar not fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2015 180,787 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

engine pans

n/s/r tyre perishing

tested wet

zero smoke

Pass 7 Jan 2015 170,837 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 161,937 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

tested wet

Pass 6 Dec 2012 150,224 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 139,931 miles

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

stone chip in windscreen

vehicle tested when wet

Fail 16 Dec 2011 139,931 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

stone chip in windscreen

vehicle tested when wet

Pass 6 Jan 2011 130,339 miles

front & rear brake pads low.osr & osf hub oil seals damp.osr tyre worn on edge.exhaust corroded.tested in wet conditions.

Pass 17 Dec 2009 11,749 miles

osf tractor joint seal damp.front brake pads low.slight play steerin box drop arm ball joint.exhaust corroded.front tyres tread worn.

Pass 1 Oct 2008 99,493 miles

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

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

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

rear brake pads low

Pass 17 Sep 2007 85,782 miles

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

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Aug 2006 72,385 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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GP51 ODN is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GP51 ODN, 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.

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What year was GP51 ODN registered?

GP51 ODN is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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