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YP53 UBJ

2003 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

146,292 mi
Last recorded146,292 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 UBJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 146,292 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2020 146,292 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 137,698 miles

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

Offside Front front offside hub oil seal slight leak

Pass 30 Apr 2018 129,722 miles

front hub seals slight leak

osf wheel bearing slight play

Pass 25 Apr 2017 119,659 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 110,675 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 103,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 99,507 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 961,912 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 88,377 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 81,448 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 78,654 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 70,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 55,073 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 48,903 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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YP53 UBJ is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 86,068 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 YP53 UBJ, 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 23 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 YP53 UBJ registered?

YP53 UBJ is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is YP53 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 UBJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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