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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1991 · 2,495 cc

2903 PJMOT history

2903 PJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Nov 1991. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 54,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

2903 PJ blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
54,761 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2903 PJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
15 Nov 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

2903 PJ was last recorded at 54,761 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,113 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,648 miles
Average per year
1,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,761 miles
  • 2024 – 53,113 miles
  • 2023 – 51,705 miles
  • 2022 – 50,752 miles
  • 2021 – 49,521 miles
  • 2020 – 47,644 miles
  • 2019 – 46,344 miles
  • 2018 – 45,526 miles
  • 2017 – 43,934 miles
  • 2016 – 42,786 miles
  • 2009 – 40,967 miles
  • 2008 – 38,462 miles
  • 2007 – 35,484 miles
  • 2006 – 32,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,761 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • FRONT AND REAR DIFF SEALS LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,761 miles (+1,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    54,761 miles
    Test number
    755201896845
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass53,113 miles (+1,408)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    816591213772
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged FREYED (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front OUTRIGGER HEAVILY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX SEAL (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENRAL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass51,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    109647119686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail51,705 miles (+953)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    851229459036
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass50,752 miles (+1,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    305741254526
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive AXLE OIL SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,521 miles (+1,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    555387607738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass47,644 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,644 miles
    Test number
    977288635227
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR DIFF SEALS LEAKING
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail47,638 miles (+1,294)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,638 miles
    Test number
    882579960183
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR DIFF SEALS LEAKING
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass46,344 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,344 miles
    Test number
    207098711168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,526 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    324673317604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,934 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,934 miles
    Test number
    521337081901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,786 miles (+1,819)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,786 miles
    Test number
    190194033134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,967 miles (+2,505)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,967 miles
    Test number
    270036649456
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass38,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,462 miles
    Test number
    731785638187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,462 miles (+2,978)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,462 miles
    Test number
    820975438161
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  16. Pass35,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,484 miles
    Test number
    574759627134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,484 miles (+3,338)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,484 miles
    Test number
    273938427177
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass32,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,146 miles
    Test number
    993989436170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2903 PJ

What vehicle is registration 2903 PJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2903 PJ on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Nov 1991. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2903 PJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2903 PJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 2903 PJ?
The MOT on 2903 PJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2903 PJ done?
2903 PJ was recorded at 54,761 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 1,160 miles a year.
Has 2903 PJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2903 PJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on 2903 PJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 2903 PJ find?
2903 PJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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