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X588 HVM

2000 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

173,509 mi
Last recorded173,509 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX588 HVM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 173,509 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 170,665 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 170,665 miles

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 167,851 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 167,851 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 163,641 miles

service brake efficiency only just met test requirements

Pass 29 Nov 2016 160,141 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 155,497 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight Oil leak from engine.

Pass 21 Nov 2014 150,922 miles

** vehicle underside heavily coated in black paint/sealant **

n/s/f seat belt buckle casing damaged (not impeding belt operation)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 146,217 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

nearside front seatbelt clasp ouer plastic cover missing

Pass 13 Nov 2012 137,291 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

n/s/f seatbelt stalk outer casing missing

Fail 13 Nov 2012 137,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

n/s/f seatbelt stalk outer casing missing

Pass 21 Nov 2011 127,405 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 121,964 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 112,305 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 101,834 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 89,118 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 77,402 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2005 64,869 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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X588 HVM is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X588 HVM, 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 X588 HVM registered?

X588 HVM is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is X588 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X588 HVM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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