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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

4500 WEMOT history

4500 WE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 53,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

4500 WE grey 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 10 May 2027
Mileage
53,666 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4500 WE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4500 WE was last recorded at 53,666 miles on 11 May 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,633 miles · 25 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
2,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,666 miles
  • 2025 – 52,956 miles
  • 2024 – 52,091 miles
  • 2023 – 51,094 miles
  • 2022 – 50,127 miles
  • 2021 – 49,158 miles
  • 2020 – 47,219 miles
  • 2019 – 46,279 miles
  • 2018 – 44,424 miles
  • 2017 – 43,594 miles
  • 2016 – 42,527 miles
  • 2015 – 41,227 miles
  • 2014 – 39,000 miles
  • 2012 – 36,934 miles
  • 2011 – 33,526 miles
  • 2010 – 29,362 miles
  • 2009 – 25,370 miles
  • 2008 – 19,261 miles
  • 2007 – 15,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,666 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside rear side step bracket is excessively corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play front link

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play hub end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,666 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    53,666 miles
    Test number
    416575854803
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear side step bracket is excessively corroded.

  2. Fail53,633 miles (+677)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    134630502905
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear side step bracket is excessively corroded.

  3. Pass52,956 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    52,956 miles
    Test number
    910433513946
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play front link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail52,953 miles (+862)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,953 miles
    Test number
    135594651258
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis crossmember and body (at the front of the inner wheel arch within 30 cm of a body mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play front link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,091 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    52,091 miles
    Test number
    226139444944
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play hub end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Fail52,084 miles (+990)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,084 miles
    Test number
    835960479168
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached lower pin sheared off (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play hub end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass51,094 miles (+967)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    685775347437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,127 miles (+969)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    193704284129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,158 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    49,158 miles
    Test number
    686580434297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,157 miles (+1,938)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,157 miles
    Test number
    284007051902
    • MajorCentral Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering arm modification unsafe drop arm insecure to stearing box (2.1.3 (f) (i))

  11. Pass47,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    47,219 miles
    Test number
    327214522293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slight frayed

  12. Fail47,219 miles (+940)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,219 miles
    Test number
    139186136422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slight frayed

  13. Pass46,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2020
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    910074275445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail46,279 miles (+1,855)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    175410578507
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings drop arm from steering box (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass44,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,424 miles
    Test number
    417108445413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,424 miles (+830)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,424 miles
    Test number
    500821146078
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

  17. Pass43,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,594 miles
    Test number
    207028554278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail43,594 miles (+1,067)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,594 miles
    Test number
    483134422937
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass42,527 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,527 miles
    Test number
    486648187442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,227 miles
    Test number
    525856105186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,227 miles (+2,227)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,227 miles
    Test number
    987346605149
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass39,000 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,000 miles
    Test number
    238436304164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,934 miles
    Test number
    879161842345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828860842363
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

  25. Pass33,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,526 miles
    Test number
    578470141346
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail33,526 miles (+10)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,526 miles
    Test number
    728240941380
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail33,516 miles (+4,154)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,516 miles
    Test number
    556306831342
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass29,362 miles (+3,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,362 miles
    Test number
    394199620359
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass25,370 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,370 miles
    Test number
    604957839351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,311 miles (+6,050)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,311 miles
    Test number
    984049729394
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass19,261 miles (+3,676)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,261 miles
    Test number
    973508938398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass15,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    15,585 miles
    Test number
    310233087234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 4500 WE

What vehicle is registration 4500 WE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4500 WE on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Oct 2004. 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 4500 WE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4500 WE is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4500 WE?
The MOT on 4500 WE is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4500 WE done?
4500 WE was recorded at 53,666 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 2,049 miles a year.
Has 4500 WE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4500 WE has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 4500 WE 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 4500 WE find?
4500 WE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint has slight play; offside rear side step bracket is excessively corroded..

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