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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LB57 WBKMOT history

LB57 WBK is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 178,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
178,486 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 WBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 WBK was last recorded at 178,486 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jun 2016: 20,792 miles, lower than 96,711 miles on 21 Jun 2016.

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
178,224 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
262 miles
Average per year
9,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,486 miles
  • 2024 – 168,369 miles
  • 2023 – 159,965 miles
  • 2022 – 152,086 miles
  • 2021 – 145,038 miles
  • 2020 – 135,447 miles
  • 2019 – 125,481 miles
  • 2018 – 116,921 miles
  • 2017 – 107,621 miles
  • 2016 – 20,792 miles
  • 2015 – 84,952 miles
  • 2014 – 73,620 miles
  • 2013 – 58,906 miles
  • 2011 – 43,586 miles
  • 2010 – 33,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,486 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pads worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,486 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    178,486 miles
    Test number
    507173000188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail178,224 miles (+9,855)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,224 miles
    Test number
    363988199059
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass168,369 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,369 miles
    Test number
    348874141365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail168,109 miles (+8,144)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,109 miles
    Test number
    887918507939
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not pulling out or retracting (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  5. Pass159,965 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    159,965 miles
    Test number
    960755493646
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail159,809 miles (+7,723)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,809 miles
    Test number
    786173051783
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt On box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass152,086 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,086 miles
    Test number
    292227582225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,926 miles (+6,888)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,926 miles
    Test number
    395360660572
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Of the rear (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass145,038 miles (+280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,038 miles
    Test number
    656976963739
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads worn
  10. Fail144,758 miles (+9,311)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,758 miles
    Test number
    322982932462
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt At drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not illuminated on one side (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads worn
  11. Pass135,447 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,447 miles
    Test number
    358910267210
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail135,284 miles (+9,803)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,284 miles
    Test number
    654135588168
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on the steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass125,481 miles (+8,560)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,481 miles
    Test number
    216657181346
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  14. Pass116,921 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    334813398161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,313 miles (+8,692)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,313 miles
    Test number
    787012587788
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  16. Pass107,621 miles (+86,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,621 miles
    Test number
    804712675695
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass20,792 miles (-75,919)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    20,792 miles
    Test number
    422638624124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,711 miles (+11,759)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,711 miles
    Test number
    379592260140
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
  19. Pass84,952 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,952 miles
    Test number
    226659635480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,469 miles (+10,849)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,469 miles
    Test number
    209268625404
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass73,620 miles (+14,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,620 miles
    Test number
    716784184149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass58,906 miles (+15,320)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,906 miles
    Test number
    375640063073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    997942431361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,586 miles (+10,395)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    609092731384
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass33,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,191 miles
    Test number
    432886130438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 WBK

Does LB57 WBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 WBK is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 WBK?
The MOT on LB57 WBK is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 WBK done?
LB57 WBK was recorded at 178,486 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 9,686 miles a year.
Has LB57 WBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 WBK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 WBK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 WBK find?
LB57 WBK passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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