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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LB53 UBTMOT history

LB53 UBT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
118,132 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UBT was last recorded at 118,132 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,121 miles · 7 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,132 miles
  • 2023 – 116,419 miles
  • 2021 – 114,487 miles
  • 2020 – 112,726 miles
  • 2019 – 109,414 miles
  • 2018 – 105,940 miles
  • 2017 – 102,387 miles
  • 2016 – 100,119 miles
  • 2015 – 96,014 miles
  • 2014 – 93,196 miles
  • 2013 – 88,051 miles
  • 2012 – 81,405 miles
  • 2011 – 73,888 miles
  • 2010 – 66,408 miles
  • 2009 – 59,345 miles
  • 2008 – 54,874 miles
  • 2007 – 47,788 miles
  • 2006 – 40,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,132 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,132 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    118,132 miles
    Test number
    570628435354
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail118,121 miles (+1,702)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,121 miles
    Test number
    393364753872
    • MajorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt back rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play from steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass116,419 miles (+1,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,419 miles
    Test number
    505815436810
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,487 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,487 miles
    Test number
    202684491624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,726 miles (+3,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,726 miles
    Test number
    913210429919
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,414 miles (+3,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,414 miles
    Test number
    312381362777
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,940 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,940 miles
    Test number
    197225637257
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,929 miles (+3,542)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,929 miles
    Test number
    197399372637
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,387 miles
    Test number
    213743739597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,387 miles (+2,268)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,387 miles
    Test number
    555441985361
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass100,119 miles (+4,105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,119 miles
    Test number
    560216376545
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass96,014 miles (+2,818)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,014 miles
    Test number
    980412993926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cut in sidewall of tyre but not showing cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs wareing thin

  13. Pass93,196 miles (+5,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    93,196 miles
    Test number
    436471434266
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  14. Pass88,051 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,051 miles
    Test number
    146995943286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail87,989 miles (+6,584)7 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,989 miles
    Test number
    249832643258
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHeadlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joint seals leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass81,405 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,405 miles
    Test number
    838998742295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,397 miles (+7,509)12 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,397 miles
    Test number
    126315032232
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHand brake light on all the time

  18. Pass73,888 miles (+7,480)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,888 miles
    Test number
    877473911359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront diff seal leaking
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking

  19. Pass66,408 miles (+7,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    444999710380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass59,345 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,345 miles
    Test number
    751313409313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,874 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,874 miles
    Test number
    603014858302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,788 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,788 miles
    Test number
    951168657381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,730 miles (+2)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,730 miles
    Test number
    660025557370
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  24. Fail47,728 miles (+7,067)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,728 miles
    Test number
    520366147390
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  25. Fail40,661 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,661 miles
    Test number
    761952166368
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass40,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,661 miles
    Test number
    834972666344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UBT

Does LB53 UBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 UBT expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UBT?
The MOT on LB53 UBT expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 UBT done?
LB53 UBT was recorded at 118,132 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 4,432 miles a year.
Has LB53 UBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UBT has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 UBT 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 LB53 UBT find?
LB53 UBT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, and 1 more.

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