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W576 VEC

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,605 mi
Last recorded153,605 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW576 VEC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 153,605 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 150,563 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 23 Oct 2012
Pass 24 Oct 2011 140,232 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 136,334 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 132,244 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 129,396 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 111,682 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 111,682 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 84,573 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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W576 VEC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W576 VEC, 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

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What year was W576 VEC registered?

W576 VEC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W576 VEC safe to buy?

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