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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,492 cc

LB52 AFZMOT history

LB52 AFZ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 124,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
124,153 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AFZ was last recorded at 124,153 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,298 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
855 miles
Average per year
4,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,153 miles
  • 2025 – 123,298 miles
  • 2024 – 122,925 miles
  • 2023 – 122,174 miles
  • 2022 – 120,771 miles
  • 2021 – 119,407 miles
  • 2020 – 117,528 miles
  • 2019 – 115,969 miles
  • 2018 – 115,359 miles
  • 2017 – 114,534 miles
  • 2016 – 111,676 miles
  • 2015 – 106,625 miles
  • 2014 – 102,029 miles
  • 2013 – 90,756 miles
  • 2012 – 81,582 miles
  • 2011 – 69,514 miles
  • 2010 – 61,129 miles
  • 2009 – 52,509 miles
  • 2008 – 43,287 miles
  • 2007 – 36,717 miles
  • 2006 – 29,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,153 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front windscreen glass slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust smoke levels only just inside limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn swivel joint worn not deemed excessive at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,153 miles (+855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    124,153 miles
    Test number
    104972520840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass123,298 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    123,298 miles
    Test number
    821619042115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,925 miles (+751)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,925 miles
    Test number
    437956758897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen glass slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass122,174 miles (+1,403)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    122,174 miles
    Test number
    286380645659
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen glass slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass120,771 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    120,771 miles
    Test number
    285230539058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front-most radius arm bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail120,771 miles (+1,364)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,771 miles
    Test number
    671583361851
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front-most radius arm bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass119,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,407 miles
    Test number
    254645699774
    • AdvisoryExhaust smoke levels only just inside limits
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn swivel joint worn not deemed excessive at time of test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail119,407 miles (+1,879)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,407 miles
    Test number
    468141905475
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust smoke levels only just inside limits
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn swivel joint worn not deemed excessive at time of test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,528 miles (+1,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    117,528 miles
    Test number
    600428659800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass115,969 miles (+610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,969 miles
    Test number
    410040480986
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass115,359 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    115,359 miles
    Test number
    329958586030
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass114,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    114,534 miles
    Test number
    346306883524
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade slightly split on ends
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail114,534 miles (+2,858)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,534 miles
    Test number
    729682853660
    • FailureFront registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Door step (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Door step (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade slightly split on ends
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass111,676 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    111,676 miles
    Test number
    924227965110
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroding

  15. Fail111,676 miles (+5,051)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,676 miles
    Test number
    823220726738
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroding

  16. Pass106,625 miles (+4)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    559793635004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth side steps badley corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  17. Fail106,621 miles (+4,592)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,621 miles
    Test number
    858959025007
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth side steps badley corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Pass102,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,029 miles
    Test number
    125171134078
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail102,029 miles (+11,273)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,029 miles
    Test number
    145290334038
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass90,756 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,756 miles
    Test number
    206120033050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Fail90,756 miles (+9,174)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,756 miles
    Test number
    227789623013
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass81,582 miles (+12,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    81,582 miles
    Test number
    836330332045
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass69,514 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    528255721038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perished in side wall

  24. Fail69,514 miles (+8,385)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,514 miles
    Test number
    177305721418
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perished in side wall

  25. Fail61,129 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,129 miles
    Test number
    703598920072
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass61,129 miles (+8,620)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,129 miles
    Test number
    760418620088
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass52,509 miles (+9,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    962239729038
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass43,287 miles (+6,570)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    193391338457
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front mudflap missing
    • NoteOffside front mudflap cracked/breaking of

  29. Pass36,717 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    380896427021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,405 miles
    Test number
    113631836035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AFZ

Does LB52 AFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AFZ is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AFZ?
The MOT on LB52 AFZ is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AFZ done?
LB52 AFZ was recorded at 124,153 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,715 miles a year.
Has LB52 AFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AFZ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 AFZ 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 LB52 AFZ find?
LB52 AFZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting.

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