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N50 DFR

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

317,735 mi
Last recorded317,735 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 DFR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 317,735 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease or under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around area of tow bar (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 317,048 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 317,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb (4.1.4 (c))

Offside 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))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 316,410 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 313,521 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component BOX (2.1.5 (a))

SLIGHT LEAK FROM FRONT HUBS.

Pass 10 Dec 2021 311,346 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 311,288 miles

Nearside Drag link 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 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))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 308,774 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 306,101 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 306,084 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Steering system fouling Track rod arm fouling diff on full lock (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

steering damper o/s bush worn

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 DFR is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 N50 DFR, 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.

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What year was N50 DFR registered?

N50 DFR is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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