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X891 MOE

2000 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,307 mi
Last recorded141,307 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX891 MOE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 141,307 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 140,048 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 140,048 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 138,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 137,958 miles

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 137,014 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 137,014 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering damper ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 136,711 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 135,336 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 134,307 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 131,636 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 130,031 miles

slight leak from steering box

Pass 10 Sep 2015 128,627 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 122,377 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 117,080 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 110,785 miles

oil leak n/s/f swivel/joint

Fail 24 Aug 2011 103,810 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 103,810 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 94,145 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 85,442 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 75,908 miles

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge close to 2mm

Pass 18 Sep 2007 68,319 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 68,316 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 59,061 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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X891 MOE is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X891 MOE, 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 X891 MOE?

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What year was X891 MOE registered?

X891 MOE is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X891 MOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X891 MOE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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