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S181 YAB

1999 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

148,921 mi
Last recorded148,921 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS181 YAB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 148,921 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 138,057 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 138,014 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner chassis side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 131,577 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 122,645 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 121,807 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2020 112,133 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 112,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 98,779 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 91,279 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 89,108 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 81,205 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 79,023 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 77,835 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 77,643 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 73,619 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 63,838 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 65,178 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 56,754 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 56,754 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 44,707 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 29,837 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 22,918 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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S181 YAB is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S181 YAB, 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

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What year was S181 YAB registered?

S181 YAB is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is S181 YAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S181 YAB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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