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X933 VWT

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

157,072 mi
Last recorded157,072 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX933 VWT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 157,072 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

all chassis members corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2020 143,098 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 131,125 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear chassis slight corrosion

Offside Front outrigger slight corrosion

Offside Rear bump stop missing

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox, both diffs (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pedal rubber small split

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2018 117,089 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 101,426 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Rear brake discs scored/pitted on inner faces.

Steering box leaking

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 82,211 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 13 Jul 2016 82,209 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2015 68,274 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 67,844 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

front diff seal leaking

Pass 15 Jul 2014 65,615 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 29 May 2013 63,128 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 59,908 miles

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

nearside and offside seat belts slightly marked

Fail 6 Jun 2012 59,908 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

nearside and offside seat belts slightly marked

Pass 9 Jun 2011 51,594 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 51,594 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Pass 24 May 2010 42,094 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 33,509 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 23,799 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 23,799 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 14,293 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 12,554 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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X933 VWT is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 X933 VWT, 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 X933 VWT registered?

X933 VWT is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X933 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X933 VWT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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