MOT Status
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221,240 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Bulkhead Corroded
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box slightly leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both outriggers (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings as marked x5 (6.1.B.2)
Coolant leak ()
Oil leak ()
Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Coolant leak ()
Oil leak ()
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wire coming through (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member above axle (2.4.A.3)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
Ball joint has excessive play Steering drop arm (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
All tyres have uneven wear
Both front seatbelt plastic surrounds broken
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front wiper torn
Oil leak
Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Oil leak
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
offside rear tail lamp lens slightly damaged
rear crossmember holed with corrosion outwith prescribed areas
Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Oil leak
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
offside rear tail lamp lens slightly damaged
rear crossmember holed with corrosion outwith prescribed areas
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
nearside door strap broken
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
nearide seat belt locking mechanism, outer cover missing [broken]
offside rear indicator broken on top no light at present showing through rearward
oil leak at vacuum pump
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
oil leak at vacuum pump
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
n/s front inner brake pipe corroded
o/s front steering swivel has movement
slight wear in rear "A" frame ball joint
Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
n/s front inner brake pipe corroded
o/s front steering swivel has movement
slight wear in rear "A" frame ball joint
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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V171 PCS is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 V171 PCS, 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 V171 PCS registered?
V171 PCS is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 September 1999.
Is V171 PCS safe to buy?
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