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X941 GAX

2000 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

149,551 mi
Last recorded149,551 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX941 GAX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 149,551 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front drop links and D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 142,149 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 132,743 miles

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 22 Sep 2022 123,129 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 116,398 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 113,141 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 113,139 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Out rigger mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre out rigger mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Not lighting up number plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Near axle trailing arm (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2017 110,196 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion cab cross member (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 106,335 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 106,335 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 99,359 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion cab cross member corroded (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 95,202 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 95,202 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 95,185 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 93,793 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osf seat belt buckle plastic cover missing not effecting operation of belt

Pass 20 May 2011 87,771 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 80,952 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 80,952 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2009 732,269 miles

bonnet catch loose but bonnet shuts

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

rear belts fitted but no offside rear seat

Pass 27 May 2008 65,242 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 65,240 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2007 56,612 miles

extra wide wheels/tyres fitted-very close to suspension arm on full lock

Pass 23 May 2006 48,312 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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X941 GAX is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 X941 GAX, 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 X941 GAX?

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What year was X941 GAX registered?

X941 GAX is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is X941 GAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X941 GAX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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