MOT Status
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126,839 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A - frame to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear propshaft, rear universal joint worn to excess
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
REAR DISCS SLIGHTLY PITTED
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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YS03 XSH is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YS03 XSH, 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.
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What year was YS03 XSH registered?
YS03 XSH is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 June 2003.
Is YS03 XSH safe to buy?
The MOT history for YS03 XSH shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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