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W879 PGU

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,891 mi
Last recorded33,891 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW879 PGU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 33,891 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 32,850 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 31,647 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 30,171 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 28,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 28,362 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 25,464 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 245,570 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Central Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 239,379 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 239,379 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 21,953 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 21,101 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 21,101 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 17,897 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 16,583 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 13,264 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 13,264 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 12,462 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,761 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 10,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,316 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,920 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 7,920 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 6,560 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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W879 PGU is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W879 PGU, 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 W879 PGU registered?

W879 PGU is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W879 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W879 PGU shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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