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V297 MOH

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

284,584 mi
Last recorded284,584 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV297 MOH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 284,584 miles

Surface Rust on chassis rails and all springs. All rear suspension bushes perished

Pass 24 Nov 2021 281,859 miles

surface rusting on chassis rails and all springs all rear suspension bushes perished

Fail 24 Nov 2021 281,859 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp switch inoperative bulb (4.5.3 (a))

surface rusting on chassis rails and all springs all rear suspension bushes perished

Fail 28 Oct 2021 281,844 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both o/s n/s front pipes going to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both o/s n/s front pipes on front brake calipers (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced water in lens (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate missing not fitted in windscreen (0.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected both o/s n/s rear chassis rails by anti roll bar mountings (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 278,389 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front slight seepage hub oil seals

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 277,403 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Front drivers seat base in poor condition

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

Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

under seal on chassis / x members

Pass 29 Sep 2017 264,919 miles

Offside Front Lower steering idler on drop arm from steering box .ball joint got slight play in it.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main brake pipes on nearside and offside rear signs of surface rust (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 252,143 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 235,218 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 213,821 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 193,613 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 172,797 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 157,677 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 135,885 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 113,580 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 103,730 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 98,157 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 91,732 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 87,906 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 84,360 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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V297 MOH is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V297 MOH, 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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V297 MOH is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 7 December 1999.

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