MOT Status
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59,658 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Transfer box leaking fluid
Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside front track rod end ball joint has a slight play
Nearside steering drag link ball joint has a slight play
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Axle swivel pin seal leaking
Offside Front Axle swivel pin seal leaking
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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MD65 ELW is a 2016 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 2016 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 23,481 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 MD65 ELW, 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 10 years old, this Land Rover Defender is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MD65 ELW?
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What year was MD65 ELW registered?
MD65 ELW is a 2016 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 8 January 2016.
Is MD65 ELW safe to buy?
The MOT history for MD65 ELW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MD65 ELW have outstanding finance?
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