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X987 CFJ

2000 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

141,144 mi
Last recorded141,144 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Defender100,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX987 CFJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 141,144 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 133,719 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 127,934 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 119,981 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 119,981 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2016 113,831 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 106,451 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2015 104,804 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

both front chalace seals slight leak

rear cross member corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2015 104,804 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 103,774 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 103,545 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 103,545 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 101,988 miles

Centre Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2009 98,794 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 97,573 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 93,481 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 82,029 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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X987 CFJ is a 2000 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 X987 CFJ, 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 X987 CFJ?

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What year was X987 CFJ registered?

X987 CFJ is a 2000 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 22 September 2000.

Is X987 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X987 CFJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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