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PJW 15P

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

123,544 mi
Last recorded123,544 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJW 15P
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 123,544 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 122,145 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 121,847 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 121,421 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 120,182 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 118,725 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 116,501 miles

Nearside Front swivel damp

Pass 27 Jun 2019 115,593 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 114,091 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 112,445 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 110,950 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 110,950 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 109,570 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

osf/nsr tyre spliting in tread

slight wear in rear shock absorber bushs

Fail 29 Jun 2015 109,570 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

osf/nsr tyre spliting in tread

Pass 27 Jun 2014 108,003 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 107,049 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 103,724 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 101,291 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 101,113 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s & o/s front disks

Pass 30 Jun 2009 99,277 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 99,277 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 99,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 979,899 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 959,472 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 912,218 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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PJW 15P is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 PJW 15P, 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 PJW 15P?

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What year was PJW 15P registered?

PJW 15P is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 11 March 1999.

Is PJW 15P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJW 15P shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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