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S270 VYA

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

165,720 mi
Last recorded165,720 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS270 VYA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 165,720 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

nearside seat base in poor condition

offside front and rear doors in poor condition

surface corrosion to rear brake discs

Fail 4 Nov 2021 165,714 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed servo hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end insecure (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door inside (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury corner (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury corner (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door inside (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torque reaction arm joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

nearside seat base in poor condition

offside front and rear doors in poor condition

surface corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 14 Sep 2020 162,910 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 156,465 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 151,566 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 151,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 145,030 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 136,963 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 136,963 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 128,561 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 128,561 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 120,769 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 120,769 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 113,058 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 107,178 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 107,178 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 104,127 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 100,368 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut but is not deep enough to expose cords

Pass 28 Jan 2009 95,997 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 89,497 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 85,042 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 77,333 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 77,333 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S270 VYA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 S270 VYA, 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 S270 VYA registered?

S270 VYA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 1999.

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The MOT history for S270 VYA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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