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X831 KPY

2000 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,729 mi
Last recorded78,729 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX831 KPY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 78,729 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 72,381 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 69,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2014 68,869 miles

all four tyres are cracking but not exposing cords

Fail 15 Sep 2014 68,842 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

all four tyres are cracking but not exposing cords

Pass 16 Sep 2013 66,413 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 65,108 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 58,812 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 58,812 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 55,397 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 51,900 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 46,999 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 46,999 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 39,319 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 32,310 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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X831 KPY is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 X831 KPY, 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 X831 KPY registered?

X831 KPY is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X831 KPY safe to buy?

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