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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LB51 LLMMOT history

LB51 LLM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,603 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 LLM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 LLM was last recorded at 100,603 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,600 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,603 miles
  • 2025 – 97,825 miles
  • 2024 – 96,676 miles
  • 2023 – 93,790 miles
  • 2022 – 93,594 miles
  • 2020 – 92,392 miles
  • 2019 – 91,347 miles
  • 2018 – 87,438 miles
  • 2017 – 84,898 miles
  • 2016 – 82,920 miles
  • 2015 – 82,604 miles
  • 2014 – 80,490 miles
  • 2013 – 77,842 miles
  • 2012 – 73,586 miles
  • 2011 – 67,953 miles
  • 2010 – 62,732 miles
  • 2009 – 55,910 miles
  • 2008 – 43,870 miles
  • 2007 – 29,849 miles
  • 2006 – 25,462 miles
  • 2005 – 20,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,603 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,603 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,603 miles
    Test number
    179286896965
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail100,600 miles (+2,775)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,600 miles
    Test number
    529373825996
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass97,825 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,825 miles
    Test number
    800885567173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,676 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,676 miles
    Test number
    880134426664
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail96,675 miles (+2,885)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,675 miles
    Test number
    713414884260
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn tailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass93,790 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,790 miles
    Test number
    114951190548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,594 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,594 miles
    Test number
    655766713800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,392 miles (+1,045)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,392 miles
    Test number
    550227340282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,347 miles (+3,909)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,347 miles
    Test number
    198361992121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,438 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,438 miles
    Test number
    327044625337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,898 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,898 miles
    Test number
    225912963030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,920 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,920 miles
    Test number
    206263879306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,604 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,604 miles
    Test number
    450181004443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,490 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,490 miles
    Test number
    276222964257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,842 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,842 miles
    Test number
    907709063216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,586 miles (+5,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    505730522328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  17. Pass67,953 miles (+5,221)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,953 miles
    Test number
    699974031378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,732 miles (+6,822)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,732 miles
    Test number
    904609840394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,910 miles (+12,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    55,910 miles
    Test number
    740222849398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  20. Pass43,870 miles (+14,021)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,870 miles
    Test number
    934592758303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,849 miles (+4,387)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,849 miles
    Test number
    134162957345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,462 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,462 miles
    Test number
    622387646361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    20,107 miles
    Test number
    862729845317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 LLM

Does LB51 LLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 LLM is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 LLM?
The MOT on LB51 LLM is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 LLM done?
LB51 LLM was recorded at 100,603 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,977 miles a year.
Has LB51 LLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 LLM has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 LLM 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 LB51 LLM find?
LB51 LLM passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective centre to rear joint; oil leak, but not excessive; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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