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SUE 397W

2000 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

111,416 mi
Last recorded111,416 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUE 397W
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 111,416 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 110,291 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 109,393 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 109,342 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 108,536 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2019 108,536 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 107,446 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 106,834 miles

Rear brake readings low

Rear door corroded and begining to compromise spare wheel security

Rear shock absorbers deteriorating

Pass 3 Mar 2016 104,791 miles

Nearside Front passenger door corroded underneath

Offside Front drivers door corroded underneath

Rear back door corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2015 100,540 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

rear step corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2015 100,538 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

rear step corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2014 96,734 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 96,734 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 91,119 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 91,119 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

engine oil level low

Pass 2 Mar 2012 82,688 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 75,683 miles

drivers mirror obscured

drivers visor loose

Pass 3 Mar 2010 66,764 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 57,671 miles

*slight play in o/side front wiper arm*

*slight play in steering damper bush*

Front Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 50,934 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 44,166 miles

*small cracks on all tyre walls*

Fail 1 Mar 2007 44,166 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

*small cracks on all tyre walls*

Pass 2 Mar 2006 38,585 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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SUE 397W is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2000 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 100,520 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 SUE 397W, 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 26 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 SUE 397W?

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What year was SUE 397W registered?

SUE 397W is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is SUE 397W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUE 397W shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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