MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,493 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Bump stop damaged.
Oil leak ()
Oil leak Diff pinion seal. ()
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Nearside Front Bump stop damaged.
Oil leak ()
Oil leak Diff pinion seal. ()
Front axle oil leak.
Nearside Front Bump stop loose.
Rear axle oil leak.
Slight body corrosion.
Slight engine oil leak.
Slight gearbox oil leak.
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
all 4 tyres sidewalls perished/cracked
engine/gearbox oil leaks
exhaust system corroded/deteriorated
rear diff seal oil leak
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
all 4 tyres perished/cracked sidewalls
both front hubs leaking
exhaust system corroded
n/s/f bump stop loose
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Oil leak
Battery insecure
Brake pipes slightly corroded
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Neaside front bump stop mount corroded
Oil leak
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Battery insecure
Brake pipes slightly corroded
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Neaside front bump stop mount corroded
Oil leak
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS
BATTERY LOOSE
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SMJ 165N is a 1974 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1974 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 58,492 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 SMJ 165N, 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 52 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of SMJ 165N?
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What year was SMJ 165N registered?
SMJ 165N is a 1974 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 September 1974.
Is SMJ 165N safe to buy?
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