MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
188,699 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes (5.3.2 (c))
n/s & o/s/f out riggers corroded but in prescribed areas or affecting steering suspension or brakes
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both rear upper shock bushes worn but still functioning (2.4.F.3)
rear xmember corroded but no tow hitch fitted,so not within any prescribed areas
Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
intercooler behind grill in poor condition.
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
Oil leak
Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nail in offside front tyre
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Both front discs worn
Both front tyres approaching min tread depth
Both rear shock absorber top mount rubbers deteriorating
brake pedal anti slip pad deteriorating
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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V816 FBC is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.
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 V816 FBC, 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 V816 FBC registered?
V816 FBC is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 23 November 1999.
Is V816 FBC safe to buy?
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