MOT Status
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203,989 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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V47 GSL is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 47.4%.
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 V47 GSL, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of V47 GSL?
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What year was V47 GSL registered?
V47 GSL is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 November 1999.
Is V47 GSL safe to buy?
The MOT history for V47 GSL shows 19 tests with a 47.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does V47 GSL have outstanding finance?
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