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X721 DEP

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,129 mi
Last recorded134,129 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX721 DEP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 134,129 miles

Both front swivels weeping grease

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Bump stop de laminating

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

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot seeping grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front suspension turrets corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member and isolated other areas of chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 134,129 miles

Both front swivels weeping grease

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Bump stop de laminating

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot seeping grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front suspension turrets corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member and isolated other areas of chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 130,411 miles

Both front swivels leaking

Exhaust rear flange and hangers corroded

Nearside Front Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Bump stop delaminating (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint slight grease seepage but no obvious defect found (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front shock absorber turrets corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General undersides corrosion, some areas more advanced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 125,968 miles

coolant level low

Fail 24 Jan 2024 125,968 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

coolant level low

Pass 27 Jan 2023 121,089 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 121,089 miles

Fuel system component leaking back of engine running down side of bell housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 112,586 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 103,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 103,083 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 96,193 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 89,304 miles

Central Rear Upper suspension arm ball joint rubber boot slightly deteriorated

Offside Front hub seal weaping

Pass 21 Aug 2017 81,132 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 80,706 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 80,292 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 79,577 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 78,754 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 78,409 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 77,203 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 74,430 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 66,699 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 57,814 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 50,794 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 40,198 miles

1-front centre seat not fitted at time of test 2-o/s/r inward facing seat base not fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Nov 2005 40,198 miles

1-front centre seat not fitted at time of test 2-o/s/r inward facing seat base not fitted at time of test

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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X721 DEP 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 80%.

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 X721 DEP, 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 X721 DEP registered?

X721 DEP is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 December 2000.

Is X721 DEP safe to buy?

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