MOT Status
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81,383 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
exhaust bracket corroded and detached, but system still supported
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt center arm attached to top of axel (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
exhaust bracket corroded and detached, but system still supported
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W148 MCD is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 W148 MCD, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of W148 MCD?
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What year was W148 MCD registered?
W148 MCD is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 April 2000.
Is W148 MCD safe to buy?
The MOT history for W148 MCD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does W148 MCD have outstanding finance?
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