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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LB57 DWDMOT history

LB57 DWD is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 63,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
63,053 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 DWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 DWD was last recorded at 63,053 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,225 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,828 miles
Average per year
2,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,053 miles
  • 2025 – 60,225 miles
  • 2023 – 50,029 miles
  • 2022 – 49,473 miles
  • 2021 – 48,128 miles
  • 2019 – 46,478 miles
  • 2018 – 45,739 miles
  • 2017 – 44,721 miles
  • 2015 – 42,429 miles
  • 2014 – 38,167 miles
  • 2013 – 36,277 miles
  • 2012 – 34,263 miles
  • 2011 – 31,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,053 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,053 miles (+2,828)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    63,053 miles
    Test number
    698551671035
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass60,225 miles (+10,196)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    60,225 miles
    Test number
    911053372317
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass50,029 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,029 miles
    Test number
    798363729949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,473 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,473 miles
    Test number
    237558390945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,168 miles (+1,040)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,168 miles
    Test number
    412259923793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass48,128 miles (+1,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    160374307757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass46,478 miles (+739)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    46,478 miles
    Test number
    130692478079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    958618263956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Fail45,739 miles (+1,018)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    247530724440
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Pass44,721 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,721 miles
    Test number
    366421401003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    698719678197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,429 miles (+4,262)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    108423996727
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass38,167 miles (+1,890)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,167 miles
    Test number
    379942864459
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly rubbing

  14. Pass36,277 miles (+2,014)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,277 miles
    Test number
    265133333180
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass34,263 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,263 miles
    Test number
    697469022148
    • NoteN/S/F flexible brake hose contaminated with engine oil due to leak as mentioned above, but not weakened.
    • NoteOil leak from engine. Suspect possible timing cover.

  16. Fail34,263 miles (+2,998)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,263 miles
    Test number
    849099122134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/S/F flexible brake hose contaminated with engine oil due to leak as mentioned above, but not weakened.
    • NoteOil leak from engine. Suspect possible timing cover.

  17. Pass31,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,265 miles
    Test number
    906409421111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 DWD

Does LB57 DWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 DWD is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 DWD?
The MOT on LB57 DWD is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 DWD done?
LB57 DWD was recorded at 63,053 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,165 miles a year.
Has LB57 DWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 DWD has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on LB57 DWD 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 LB57 DWD find?
LB57 DWD passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working, and 2 more.

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