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X449 YAG

2000 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,667 mi
Last recorded57,667 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX449 YAG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 57,667 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 57,567 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

WHOLE CHASSIS COVERED IN FRESH UNDERSEAL

Fail 30 Sep 2024 57,228 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to steeering component fixing,marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where chassis leg meets rear cross member, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where chassis leg meets rear cross member, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to steeering component fixing,marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger. tried to mark with chalk but hard to mark ontop of fresh underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where chassis leg meets rear cross member, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where chassis leg meets rear cross member, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

WHOLE CHASSIS COVERED IN FRESH UNDERSEAL

Pass 28 Sep 2023 56,942 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 56,734 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 56,411 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 56,138 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 56,138 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 55,691 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 54,799 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 53,146 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 50,292 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 53,316 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 44,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 40,470 miles

oil leak on rear of enggine

Fail 30 Sep 2013 40,470 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak on rear of enggine

Pass 26 Sep 2012 35,557 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2011 31,768 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,922 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 29,922 miles

Centre Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 28,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

SLEIGHT OIL LEAK ON ENGINE

Pass 8 Sep 2009 28,290 miles

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

SLEIGHT OIL LEAK ON ENGINE

Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,323 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 25,323 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 22,521 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 22,521 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,841 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

crack in front no plate

Fail 31 Aug 2006 18,841 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

crack in front no plate

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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X449 YAG is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X449 YAG, 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 X449 YAG registered?

X449 YAG is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X449 YAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X449 YAG shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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