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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

LB55 AOKMOT history

LB55 AOK is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 192,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
192,313 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 AOK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 AOK was last recorded at 192,313 miles on 28 May 2026, 2,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Nov 2016: 97,187 miles, lower than 877,088 miles on 18 Nov 2015.
  • 14 May 2019: 12,342 miles, lower than 107,060 miles on 7 Dec 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
190,182 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,131 miles
Average per year
9,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,313 miles
  • 2025 – 190,182 miles
  • 2024 – 183,034 miles
  • 2023 – 171,677 miles
  • 2022 – 160,030 miles
  • 2020 – 137,713 miles
  • 2019 – 12,342 miles
  • 2017 – 107,060 miles
  • 2016 – 97,187 miles
  • 2015 – 877,088 miles
  • 2014 – 77,839 miles
  • 2013 – 70,886 miles
  • 2012 – 69,252 miles
  • 2011 – 67,818 miles
  • 2010 – 57,303 miles
  • 2009 – 44,899 miles
  • 2008 – 33,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,313 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront steering damper has play in a bush
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed lower hinge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,313 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    192,313 miles
    Test number
    172468697907
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper has play in a bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail192,313 miles (+2,131)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,313 miles
    Test number
    714010222267
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper has play in a bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass190,182 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    190,182 miles
    Test number
    413146456905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed lower hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed upper hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel universal joints have play (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail190,182 miles (+7,148)1 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,182 miles
    Test number
    951231067882
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering damper bush (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed lower hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed upper hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel universal joints have play (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass183,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    183,034 miles
    Test number
    326803804608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail183,034 miles (+11,357)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,034 miles
    Test number
    931593204301
    • MajorCentral Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass171,677 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    171,677 miles
    Test number
    992194362199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail171,407 miles (+11,377)9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,407 miles
    Test number
    522700923875
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  9. Pass160,030 miles (+1,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,030 miles
    Test number
    835298228182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail158,710 miles (+20,997)1 dangerous10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,710 miles
    Test number
    714761503475
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link 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 Outer Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  11. Pass137,713 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,713 miles
    Test number
    357697256697
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail137,559 miles (+125,217)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,559 miles
    Test number
    796541425142
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass12,342 miles (-94,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    12,342 miles
    Test number
    373692637781
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate deterioated

  14. Pass107,060 miles (+9,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,060 miles
    Test number
    184218449647
    • AdvisoryBrake pads front and rear wearing thin

  15. Pass97,187 miles (-779,901)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,187 miles
    Test number
    452616603173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n s o s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n s o s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n s o s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n s o s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN s steering arm ns ball joint has play in socket

  16. Pass877,088 miles (+799,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    877,088 miles
    Test number
    695303407997
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin N s o s rear (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass77,839 miles (+6,953)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    77,839 miles
    Test number
    826902324350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,886 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,886 miles
    Test number
    645424403383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,252 miles (+1,434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,252 miles
    Test number
    519519412382
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass67,818 miles (+10,515)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    925828201313
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f door card loose
    • NoteO/s/f seat base damaged and foam missing
    • NoteSteering wheel grip de-bonded

  21. Pass57,303 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    500556710317
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteO,S,F mud flap missing, broken off

  22. Fail57,303 miles (+12,404)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    903603510326
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade's split / worn
    • NoteBoth rear lower shock absorber bush's have play/movement
    • NoteBoth rear upper shock absorber bush's have play/movement
    • NoteO,S,F mud flap missing, broken off

  23. Pass44,899 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,899 miles
    Test number
    420567709303
    • NoteRear number plate stating to de-laminate

  24. Fail44,899 miles (+11,474)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,899 miles
    Test number
    982747509357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear number plate stating to de-laminate

  25. Pass33,425 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,425 miles
    Test number
    322469038373
    • NoteSlight deterioration of rear registration plate.

  26. Fail33,425 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,425 miles
    Test number
    400711038480
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 AOK

Does LB55 AOK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 AOK is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 AOK?
The MOT on LB55 AOK is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 AOK done?
LB55 AOK was recorded at 192,313 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 9,079 miles a year.
Has LB55 AOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 AOK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 AOK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Nov 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 AOK find?
LB55 AOK passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front steering damper has play in a bush; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bushes; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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