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M40 VRR

2000 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

120,713 mi
Last recorded120,713 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 VRR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 120,713 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 120,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 120,688 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 117,676 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2021 117,665 miles

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 116,511 miles

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

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

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

both front spherical joints seeping

under body corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2019 114,956 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 113,112 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive both axle bub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 113,101 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too higher up (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides wipers not cleaning over adequates area (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated under footwell (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated footwell (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive both axle bub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 109,860 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2017 109,654 miles

Central Rear Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 106,702 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 102,668 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 97,541 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 97,541 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 92,193 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 83,859 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 74,326 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 63,824 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 56,016 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 47,909 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 37,894 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 28,108 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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M40 VRR is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 M40 VRR, 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

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What year was M40 VRR registered?

M40 VRR is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is M40 VRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 VRR shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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