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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1987 · 2,496 cc

E403 EPAMOT history

E403 EPA is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1987. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 35 MOT tests, with 160,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

E403 EPA 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
160,995 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
35
18 passed · 17 failed
Per year
2,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E403 EPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 Aug 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E403 EPA was last recorded at 160,995 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,943 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
2,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,995 miles
  • 2024 – 160,943 miles
  • 2022 – 160,880 miles
  • 2021 – 160,880 miles
  • 2019 – 160,862 miles
  • 2018 – 160,111 miles
  • 2017 – 158,301 miles
  • 2016 – 153,558 miles
  • 2015 – 151,644 miles
  • 2014 – 148,309 miles
  • 2013 – 145,008 miles
  • 2012 – 142,222 miles
  • 2010 – 137,875 miles
  • 2009 – 134,997 miles
  • 2008 – 131,131 miles
  • 2007 – 124,982 miles
  • 2006 – 119,121 miles
  • 2005 – 114,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,995 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,995 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    160,995 miles
    Test number
    107180088632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,995 miles (+52)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,995 miles
    Test number
    939751394248
    • Repaired at testCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,943 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,943 miles
    Test number
    915034456654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail160,905 miles (+25)2 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,905 miles
    Test number
    210339712761
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,880 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,880 miles
    Test number
    366893499135
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail160,880 miles3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,880 miles
    Test number
    929605764893
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,880 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    160,880 miles
    Test number
    789700790687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass160,862 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,862 miles
    Test number
    635544074938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber oil soaked [eng oil]
    • AdvisoryPark brake high some reserve
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisorySome minor oil leaks
    • AdvisorySpare tyre has cut in excess of requirements for further use

  9. Fail160,862 miles (+3)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,862 miles
    Test number
    492332781081
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber oil soaked [eng oil]
    • AdvisoryPark brake high some reserve
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisorySome minor oil leaks
    • AdvisorySpare tyre has cut in excess of requirements for further use

  10. Fail160,859 miles (+748)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,859 miles
    Test number
    562490933274
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded damper (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle tie bar.near side bush slight wear.
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat cushion in poor condition
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to end of travel
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  11. Pass160,111 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,111 miles
    Test number
    417465202821
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassic/ draw bar some corrosion
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted

  12. Fail160,101 miles (+1,800)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,101 miles
    Test number
    852618246170
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassic/ draw bar some corrosion
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted

  13. Pass158,301 miles (+4,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    158,301 miles
    Test number
    885708802512
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear lower coil spring seats corroded

  14. Pass153,558 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    153,558 miles
    Test number
    845330679601
    • AdvisoryInner interior mirror missing
    • AdvisoryRear axle off side lower spring mounting corroded

  15. Fail153,551 miles (+1,907)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,551 miles
    Test number
    154700345861
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working bulb not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryInner interior mirror missing
    • AdvisoryRear axle off side lower spring mounting corroded

  16. Pass151,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    151,644 miles
    Test number
    188947195466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail151,644 miles (+3,335)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,644 miles
    Test number
    445336685002
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  18. Pass148,309 miles (+6)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    148,309 miles
    Test number
    195085164450
    • NoteCENTRE CROSS MEMBER (BOLT IN) UNDER GEARBOX, SOME CORROSION.
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT TYRE, SOME PERRISHING INNER WALL.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR, SOME CORROSION DRAW BAR.
    • NoteREAR AXLE, OFF SIDE REAR SPRING MOUNTING, SOME CORROSION.

  19. Fail148,303 miles (+3,295)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,303 miles
    Test number
    788462364057
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteCENTRE CROSS MEMBER (BOLT IN) UNDER GEARBOX, SOME CORROSION.
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT TYRE, SOME PERRISHING INNER WALL.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR, SOME CORROSION DRAW BAR.
    • NoteREAR AXLE, OFF SIDE REAR SPRING MOUNTING, SOME CORROSION.

  20. Pass145,008 miles (+4)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    145,008 miles
    Test number
    477862323057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR, BUMP STOP MISSING.
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR, SOME MISTING OF OIL, BRAKE BACK PLATE/AXLE.

  21. Fail145,004 miles (+2,782)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,004 miles
    Test number
    209077713022
    • DangerousBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR, BUMP STOP MISSING.
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR, SOME MISTING OF OIL, BRAKE BACK PLATE/AXLE.

  22. Pass142,222 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    142,222 miles
    Test number
    719117702083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR,BUMP STOP MISSING.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR ,LOWER SPRING MOUNTING, SOME CORROSION.

  23. Fail142,222 miles (+4,347)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,222 miles
    Test number
    437853602031
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR,BUMP STOP MISSING.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR ,LOWER SPRING MOUNTING, SOME CORROSION.

  24. Pass137,875 miles (+10)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    137,875 miles
    Test number
    173339020349
    • NoteHANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL CLOSE TO STOP,
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE HOSE, SOME PERRISHING.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR SPRING , LOWER SUPPORT/MOUNTING,SOME CORROSION.

  25. Fail137,865 miles (+2,868)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,865 miles
    Test number
    104538120394
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteHANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL CLOSE TO STOP,
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE HOSE, SOME PERRISHING.
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR SPRING , LOWER SUPPORT/MOUNTING,SOME CORROSION.
    • NoteREAR PROP SHAFT ,FRONT MOUNTING/ COUPLING LOOSE.

  26. Pass134,997 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    134,997 miles
    Test number
    491693649331
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR BUMP STOP MISSING

  27. Fail134,993 miles (+3,862)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,993 miles
    Test number
    634760259220
    • FailureDetachable tow ball quick release mechanism does not secure the tow ball arm as intended (6.6.4b)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFRONT PROP SHAFT LOOSE
    • NoteREAR PROP SHAFT REAR COUPLING BREAKING UP

  28. Pass131,131 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    131,131 miles
    Test number
    893923038254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER UPPER MOUNTING(TRUMPET) SOME CORROSION
    • NoteOFF REAR BUMP STOP MISSING

  29. Fail131,131 miles (+6,149)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,131 miles
    Test number
    213974728205
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER UPPER MOUNTING(TRUMPET) SOME CORROSION
    • NoteOFF REAR BUMP STOP MISSING

  30. Pass124,982 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    124,982 miles
    Test number
    224333937284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR BUMP STOP MISSING

  31. Fail124,982 miles (+5,861)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,982 miles
    Test number
    250393837219
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

  32. Pass119,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    119,121 miles
    Test number
    310749146452
    • NoteSEE PREVIOUS VT 30,

  33. Fail119,121 miles (+4,530)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,121 miles
    Test number
    634579046273
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSOMR CORROSION OFF SIDE REAR CHASSIS. NEAR SIDE &OFF SIDE REAR,UPPER SHOCHER BUSHES,SLIGHT WEAR,OFF REAR BUMP STOP MISSING,

  34. Pass114,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    114,591 miles
    Test number
    323433355470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail114,591 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,591 miles
    Test number
    753900155298
    • FailureSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSteering damper ;off side bush very slight wear.

Questions about E403 EPA

Does E403 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E403 EPA is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on E403 EPA?
The MOT on E403 EPA is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E403 EPA done?
E403 EPA was recorded at 160,995 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,267 miles a year.
Has E403 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E403 EPA has failed 17 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on E403 EPA 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 E403 EPA find?
E403 EPA passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 6 more.

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