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S39 GRC

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,419 mi
Last recorded97,419 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS39 GRC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 97,419 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 97,407 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 96,184 miles

Auxillary drive belt deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 96,167 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Auxillary drive belt deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 95,277 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering/alternator drive belt deteriorated

Fail 27 Sep 2023 95,265 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to condition of n/s/r brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering/alternator drive belt deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2022 94,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member inner corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 94,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member inner corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 92,807 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 92,807 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 91,492 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member inner corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 91,480 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member inner corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 89,747 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 89,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 84,131 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 79,768 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 76,140 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 72,332 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 68,530 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 65,079 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 62,164 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 59,218 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 56,838 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 55,246 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 54,617 miles

front diff oil leak

front number plate damaged

Pass 16 Jan 2008 52,509 miles

vehicle fully undersealed inspection limited

Pass 15 Jan 2007 46,005 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 43,551 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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S39 GRC is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S39 GRC, 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 S39 GRC?

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What year was S39 GRC registered?

S39 GRC is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S39 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S39 GRC shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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