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HN51 HLC

2001 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,920 mi
Last recorded133,920 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Defender94,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN51 HLC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 133,920 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 125,576 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 115,306 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 110,054 miles

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))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 104,635 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test various mountings in the drivers view of the road ()

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2021 104,630 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test various mountings in the drivers view of the road ()

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cover perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 99,152 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Various mountings in the swept area of the windscreen ()

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 99,148 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear axle ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Various mountings in the swept area of the windscreen ()

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 93,436 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 79,033 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 79,027 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 62,784 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 626,647 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 62,083 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 56,751 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 51,206 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre in poor condition and has two nails in

Pass 22 Aug 2005 43,042 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 43,042 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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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HN51 HLC is a 2001 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HN51 HLC, 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

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What year was HN51 HLC registered?

HN51 HLC is a 2001 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is HN51 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN51 HLC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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