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S4 JCV

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,210 mi
Last recorded35,210 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 JCV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 35,210 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 35,105 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 35,027 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 34,981 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 34,934 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 33,862 miles

drag link ends becoming worn

Pass 24 Feb 2014 33,646 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 33,481 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 33,069 miles

drag link end becoming worn

Pass 28 Feb 2011 32,803 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 32,241 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 31,854 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 31,213 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 30,930 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 30,928 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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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S4 JCV is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S4 JCV, 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 S4 JCV?

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What year was S4 JCV registered?

S4 JCV is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S4 JCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S4 JCV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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