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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

ESL 747MOT history

ESL 747 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 307,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

ESL 747 green 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
307,380 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESL 747
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESL 747 was last recorded at 307,380 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
307,055 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
325 miles
Average per year
10,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 307,380 miles
  • 2025 – 307,055 miles
  • 2024 – 306,748 miles
  • 2023 – 305,649 miles
  • 2022 – 303,058 miles
  • 2021 – 301,901 miles
  • 2020 – 301,200 miles
  • 2017 – 298,412 miles
  • 2016 – 292,129 miles
  • 2015 – 279,776 miles
  • 2014 – 273,393 miles
  • 2013 – 267,656 miles
  • 2012 – 250,529 miles
  • 2011 – 236,248 miles
  • 2010 – 209,203 miles
  • 2009 – 183,586 miles
  • 2008 – 146,928 miles
  • 2007 – 114,092 miles
  • 2006 – 89,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass307,380 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNear side, Off side front swivel ball seal leakage
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass307,380 miles (+325)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    307,380 miles
    Test number
    884453252416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNear side, Off side front swivel ball seal leakage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass307,055 miles (+307)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    307,055 miles
    Test number
    964078750866
    • MinorRear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corner (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass306,748 miles (+1,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    306,748 miles
    Test number
    549223164581
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass305,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    305,649 miles
    Test number
    635693466279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail305,649 miles (+2,591)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,649 miles
    Test number
    452580709679
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting near side and offside rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass303,058 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    303,058 miles
    Test number
    259775492509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass301,901 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    301,901 miles
    Test number
    362555496056
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail301,901 miles (+701)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,901 miles
    Test number
    304092214630
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass301,200 miles (+2,788)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    301,200 miles
    Test number
    646785010678
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass298,412 miles (+6,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    298,412 miles
    Test number
    501875902489
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Pass292,129 miles (+12,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    292,129 miles
    Test number
    985653028411
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Pass279,776 miles (+6,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    279,776 miles
    Test number
    146017685417
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass273,393 miles (+5,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    273,393 miles
    Test number
    948273194070
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass267,656 miles (+17,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    267,656 miles
    Test number
    665504393047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass250,529 miles (+14,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    250,529 miles
    Test number
    295865692064
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass236,248 miles (+27,045)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    236,248 miles
    Test number
    829035071065
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass209,203 miles (+25,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    209,203 miles
    Test number
    591806070035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass183,586 miles (+36,658)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    183,586 miles
    Test number
    712666479066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f hud seal leaking
    • NoteSeat belts have slight damage

  19. Pass146,928 miles (+32,836)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    146,928 miles
    Test number
    222588878017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass114,092 miles (+24,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    114,092 miles
    Test number
    573794467099
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass89,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    89,890 miles
    Test number
    371409156053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ESL 747

What vehicle is registration ESL 747 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESL 747 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 2003. 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 ESL 747 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ESL 747 is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on ESL 747?
The MOT on ESL 747 is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ESL 747 done?
ESL 747 was recorded at 307,380 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 10,866 miles a year.
Has ESL 747 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESL 747 has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on ESL 747 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 ESL 747 find?
ESL 747 passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; near side, off side front swivel ball seal leakage; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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