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W124 VFV

2000 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

84,930 mi
Last recorded84,930 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW124 VFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 84,930 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis outriggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 84,930 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis outriggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 84,067 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 84,043 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle on some suspension items

Fail 27 Oct 2020 83,994 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle on some suspension items

Pass 5 Nov 2019 81,850 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 81,848 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 78,605 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 74,300 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 74,296 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 71,698 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 68,151 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 68,141 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 64,942 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,910 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 58,910 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 531,128 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 531,128 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2011 49,257 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 49,257 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 46,514 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 46,514 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2009 43,578 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 43,578 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 39,958 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 35,950 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 33,590 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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W124 VFV is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

Across all 2000 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 100,520 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 W124 VFV, 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 26 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W124 VFV registered?

W124 VFV is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W124 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W124 VFV shows 27 tests with a 59.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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