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W639 PPF

2000 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

161,767 mi
Last recorded161,767 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW639 PPF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2021 161,767 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s floor/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Headlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Seat belt not functioning as intended no rear seat belts fitted (7.1.2 (c))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage box area (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers buckle outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake light on

Pass 15 Nov 2019 160,866 miles

Rear shock absorber bushes deteriorated

brake pedal rubber deteriorated

power steering leak from steering box

power steering noisy

Pass 22 Mar 2018 151,775 miles

Front anti roll bar link deteriorated

Nearside Front anti roll bar link deteriorated

Nearside Rear anti roll bar link deteriorated

Offside Rear anti roll bar link deteriorated

chassis corroded

front wheel bearings have slight play

oil leak

power steering noisey in operation

slight play in steering joints

stone chips front screen

Fail 22 Mar 2018 151,775 miles

Central Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Front anti roll bar link deteriorated

Nearside Front anti roll bar link deteriorated

Nearside Rear anti roll bar link deteriorated

Offside Rear anti roll bar link deteriorated

chassis corroded

front wheel bearings have slight play

oil leak

power steering noisey in operation

slight play in steering joints

stone chips front screen

Pass 27 Oct 2016 137,952 miles

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outtrigger (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 136,148 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2013 132,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 130,645 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 130,587 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 120,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2010 103,473 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 103,473 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 966,694 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 86,434 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 86,434 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 73,328 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 59,565 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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W639 PPF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2000 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 100,520 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 W639 PPF, 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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W639 PPF is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 June 2000.

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