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V564 HUT

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,833 mi
Last recorded152,833 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV564 HUT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 152,833 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2026 152,819 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 145,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 138,832 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 134,925 miles

slight play - drop arm ball joint

slight play - steering damper bush

Pass 16 Jul 2022 134,558 miles

Slight Play - Drop Arm Ball Joint

Slight Play - Steering Damper Bush

Pass 23 Jul 2021 133,583 miles

Slight Play - Drop Arm Ball Joint

Slight Play - Steering Damper Bush

Pass 22 Jul 2020 133,015 miles

Slight Play - Drop Arm Ball joint

Slight Play - Steering Damper Bush

Pass 23 Jul 2019 132,482 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 131,283 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 131,271 miles

Central Rear Towbar has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Offside Front Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Towbar is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ALL ITEMS YELLOW CHALK MARKED FOR WELDING

Central Rear DO NOT TOW WITH THIS VEHICAL

Pass 1 Aug 2017 131,034 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 130,773 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 130,773 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 130,486 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 130,485 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 128,997 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 128,997 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 127,783 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 127,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 126,107 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 124,786 miles

hand brake warning light not working

Pass 24 Jan 2011 122,159 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 119,898 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 118,102 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 117,969 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 105,356 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 98,283 miles

n/s wiper end split

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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V564 HUT is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V564 HUT, 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

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What year was V564 HUT registered?

V564 HUT is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V564 HUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V564 HUT shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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