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T808 NKM

1999 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

39,073 mi
Last recorded39,073 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT808 NKM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 39,073 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front hub oil seal leaking

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 35,344 miles

offside rear tie bar front bush in poor condition

reversing lamp inoperative

slight lift in A frame ball joint

Fail 24 Apr 2023 35,322 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis within 30cm of offside rear tie bar front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

coolant leak

exhaust tail pipe missing

offside rear tie bar front bush in poor condition

reversing lamp inoperative

slight lift in A frame ball joint

Pass 3 May 2022 30,765 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 30,765 miles

Body has an unsafe modification front tow ball (6.2.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 26,311 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 26,311 miles

Body has an unsafe modification front tow bar (6.2.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 23,540 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 22,805 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 21,983 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,251 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 20,674 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,925 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,259 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 18,241 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 18,241 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 17,041 miles

Rear axle support arm, ball joint gaiter split

Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,141 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,632 miles

drop arm ball joint gaiter split

Fail 22 Apr 2010 15,632 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

drop arm ball joint gaiter split

Pass 22 Apr 2009 13,980 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 13,950 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

all brake discs have some rust/corrosion on them

Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,694 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 12,694 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,440 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hand brake needs ajusting

Pass 6 Apr 2006 9,103 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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T808 NKM is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 T808 NKM, 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 T808 NKM registered?

T808 NKM is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 May 1999.

Is T808 NKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T808 NKM shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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