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H3 DNF

2000 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,125 mi
Last recorded86,125 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 DNF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 86,125 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 86,120 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 85,964 miles

slight corrosion on out riggers

Pass 5 Apr 2023 85,773 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 85,516 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 85,283 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020 84,960 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 84,396 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 83,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 83,264 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 82,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,664 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 80,688 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 79,769 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 78,509 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 77,888 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 77,118 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 76,199 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 73,686 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 68,859 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 59,188 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 47,600 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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H3 DNF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 100,520 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 H3 DNF, 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 26 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 H3 DNF?

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What year was H3 DNF registered?

H3 DNF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 September 2000.

Is H3 DNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 DNF shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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