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V995 ABD

1999 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

137,343 mi
Last recorded137,343 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV995 ABD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 137,343 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 137,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 137,341 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 134,783 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 134,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 133,302 miles

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to brake pipes

corrosion to front and rear chassis

o/s/r shock absorber slight misting

slight damage to o/s/r tyre sidewall

Fail 16 May 2022 133,295 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to brake pipes

corrosion to chassis

o/s/r shock absorber slight misting

o/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 13 May 2021 132,883 miles

slight corrosion to chassis

slight corrosion to front and rear brake pipes

slight damage to o/s/r tyre sidewall

slight misting to o/s/r shock absorber

Pass 10 Jan 2020 132,223 miles

both headlight inner reflector corroded

slight corrosion to chassis

slight damage o/s/r tyre sidewall

slight misting/leak from o/s/r shock absorber

Fail 6 Jan 2020 132,223 miles

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended stalk (7.1.2 (d))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front panel within 30 cm of steering damper (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component missing bump stop (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both headlight inner reflector corroded

slight corrosion to chassis

slight damage o/s/r tyre sidewall

slight misting/leak from o/s/r shock absorber

Pass 5 Jan 2019 130,826 miles

both wipers 50% worn

slight corrosion to chassis

slight corrosion to o/s headlight

slight damage to o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

slight oil mist from o/s/r shock absorber

Pass 5 Jan 2018 129,028 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall damaged (no cords visible)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion general (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 129,024 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake performance not tested due to fluid leak (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall damaged (no cords visible)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 127,205 miles

oil leak

Fail 23 Dec 2016 127,204 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2015 125,277 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 125,274 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid o/s front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

n/s rear torsion bar bush split

Fail 10 Dec 2014 122,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

as slight leak at both swivel ball joints

Pass 10 Dec 2014 122,365 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

as slight leak at both swivel ball joints

Pass 4 Feb 2014 119,131 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 113,814 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 110,421 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 104,871 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 96,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 86,846 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 80,246 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 75,477 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 75,477 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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V995 ABD is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 V995 ABD, 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 V995 ABD registered?

V995 ABD is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 November 1999.

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