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W982 XGK

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,376 mi
Last recorded86,376 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW982 XGK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 86,376 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 82,019 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Slightly coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 81,958 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 81,940 miles

Nearside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 80,850 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 77,050 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 71,293 miles

n/s shock at rear has sleight mistingof oil

Pass 21 Oct 2014 68,260 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 61,901 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 51,347 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 50,200 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 46,185 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 42,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Aug 2008 33,498 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,753 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 28,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

clutch pedal rubber worn

oil leak front axle/diff

Pass 11 Aug 2006 25,923 miles

clutch pedal anti slip worn

hand brake requires adjustment

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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W982 XGK is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 W982 XGK, 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 W982 XGK?

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What year was W982 XGK registered?

W982 XGK is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W982 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W982 XGK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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