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X401 RJC

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

146,119 mi
Last recorded146,119 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX401 RJC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 146,119 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 139,439 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 137,844 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 134,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 131,193 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 126,980 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 117,615 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 108,302 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 99,171 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 94,364 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 87,883 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 87,065 miles

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

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

slight play in steering box lower arm balljoint

Pass 7 Aug 2014 87,065 miles

slight play in steering box lower arm balljoint

Pass 5 Aug 2013 85,260 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 85,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 83,905 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 7,231 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 81,721 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 80,925 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 703,646 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 61,372 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 50,059 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 36,364 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 36,238 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 36,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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X401 RJC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X401 RJC, 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 X401 RJC registered?

X401 RJC is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X401 RJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X401 RJC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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