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M50 MVC

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

155,888 mi
Last recorded155,888 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 MVC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 155,888 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above front chassis outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 148,766 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 143,832 miles

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch/ under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 136,356 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy also has slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 130,536 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front propshaft front universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 122,199 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop shaft front universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2020 116,884 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 107,656 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 107,656 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 98,846 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 90,791 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 907,006 miles

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front body mounting rusted

Pass 18 Jan 2014 89,789 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 89,789 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Dec 2013 89,746 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 10 Dec 2012 88,697 miles

offside and nearside front diff seals leaking

offside and nearside rear body mounts corroded and holed (in front of rear wheels)

Fail 10 Dec 2012 88,689 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

offside and nearside front diff seals leaking

offside and nearside rear body mounts corroded and holed (in front of rear wheels)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 87,376 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 83,412 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 83,400 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2009 78,772 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 73,674 miles

park brake lever high

sweats at front hub seals

Fail 26 Mar 2008 73,669 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

park brake lever high

sweats at front hub seals

Pass 26 Mar 2007 66,273 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 58,047 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 58,044 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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M50 MVC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M50 MVC, 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.

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What year was M50 MVC registered?

M50 MVC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 April 2000.

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