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W327 SJF

2000 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,290 mi
Last recorded151,290 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW327 SJF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 151,290 miles

Front Both Swivel Hubs Weaping

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

Nearside Front Steering damper bush worn

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 151,290 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Both Swivel Hubs Weaping

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

Nearside Front Steering damper bush worn

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 144,480 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 136,119 miles

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

Oil leak ()

both front swivel housing pitted and leaking

Fail 21 Dec 2016 136,119 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

both front swivel housing pitted and leaking

Pass 3 Dec 2015 128,280 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion x member (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 128,280 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion x member (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 119,639 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2014 119,639 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 111,124 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 99,852 miles

Centre Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Centre Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 99,852 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 99,309 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 89,867 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 83,338 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 77,681 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 74,202 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 70,572 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 67,276 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 66,634 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 66,634 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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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W327 SJF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 W327 SJF, 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 W327 SJF registered?

W327 SJF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W327 SJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W327 SJF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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