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X629 JCT

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

185,615 mi
Last recorded185,615 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX629 JCT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 185,615 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 185,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2019 183,621 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 181,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 179,064 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 176,417 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 176,416 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 172,586 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 172,568 miles

Offside Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2014 169,396 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 169,387 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2013 16,336 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 153,555 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 14,247 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 127,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 117,469 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 108,214 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 98,650 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 86,825 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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X629 JCT is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 X629 JCT, 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 X629 JCT?

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What year was X629 JCT registered?

X629 JCT is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is X629 JCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X629 JCT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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