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N50 DEF

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 DEF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025
Pass 28 Nov 2024
Pass 14 Dec 2023 55,967 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 55,935 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 55,918 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 55,903 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 55,789 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 55,632 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 55,541 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 55,322 miles

Nearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush / pin at axle case , (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 55,316 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe inadequately clipped across rear axle case ,clip missing (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush / pin at axle case , (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015
Pass 28 Oct 2014 54,812 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 54,362 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 53,569 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 51,795 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 51,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 46,830 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 44,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 43,779 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 36,170 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 36,170 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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N50 DEF is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 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 N50 DEF, 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 27 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N50 DEF?

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What year was N50 DEF registered?

N50 DEF is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 August 1999.

Is N50 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N50 DEF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N50 DEF have outstanding finance?

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