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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

LB05 MXYMOT history

LB05 MXY is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 48,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
48,594 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 MXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 MXY was last recorded at 48,594 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,579 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,015 miles
Average per year
2,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,594 miles
  • 2024 – 47,579 miles
  • 2023 – 47,131 miles
  • 2022 – 46,105 miles
  • 2021 – 42,369 miles
  • 2020 – 40,411 miles
  • 2019 – 39,540 miles
  • 2018 – 38,381 miles
  • 2017 – 35,822 miles
  • 2016 – 33,369 miles
  • 2015 – 29,630 miles
  • 2014 – 27,376 miles
  • 2013 – 24,363 miles
  • 2012 – 22,193 miles
  • 2011 – 19,917 miles
  • 2010 – 17,576 miles
  • 2009 – 14,294 miles
  • 2008 – 9,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,594 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,594 miles (+1,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    412957177065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass47,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    47,579 miles
    Test number
    328493534209
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded

  3. Fail47,529 miles (+398)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,529 miles
    Test number
    565960207936
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded

  4. Pass47,131 miles (+1,026)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    477797276169
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass46,105 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    46,105 miles
    Test number
    188858691552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,369 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,369 miles
    Test number
    458703970878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,337 miles (+1,926)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,337 miles
    Test number
    155551082215
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer axle oil leak

  8. Pass40,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    293637085102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Fail40,411 miles (+871)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    676254552215
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass39,540 miles (+1,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,540 miles
    Test number
    775876064004
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side step excessivly corroded

  11. Pass38,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,381 miles
    Test number
    617476312049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Fail38,380 miles (+2,558)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,380 miles
    Test number
    953983700800
    • MajorNearside Rear Steering locking device ineffective track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Steering locking device ineffective track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass35,822 miles (+2,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,822 miles
    Test number
    795209155908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass33,369 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    33,369 miles
    Test number
    239571774638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,630 miles
    Test number
    798511108921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,629 miles (+2,253)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,629 miles
    Test number
    913306751678
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass27,376 miles (+3,013)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,376 miles
    Test number
    438817124202
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteExhaust coroded

  18. Pass24,363 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,363 miles
    Test number
    727920523212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,193 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,193 miles
    Test number
    119463422224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail22,193 miles (+2,276)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,193 miles
    Test number
    147153422272
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass19,917 miles (+2,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,917 miles
    Test number
    946281631251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass17,576 miles (+3,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    17,576 miles
    Test number
    504916630264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  23. Pass14,294 miles (+5,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    14,294 miles
    Test number
    200815729219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass9,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    9,151 miles
    Test number
    953871128275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 MXY

Does LB05 MXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 MXY is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 MXY?
The MOT on LB05 MXY is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 MXY done?
LB05 MXY was recorded at 48,594 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 2,282 miles a year.
Has LB05 MXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 MXY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 MXY 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 LB05 MXY find?
LB05 MXY passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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