MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,674 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached all four bolts to axel loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired excessive play (tractor joints) (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released both (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Central Exhaust mounting defective x2 insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
Seat belt flexible stalk corroded likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K499 XFF is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1993 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 118,574 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 K499 XFF, 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 33 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was K499 XFF registered?
K499 XFF is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1993.
Is K499 XFF safe to buy?
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