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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LC52 TPXMOT history

LC52 TPX is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 172,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LC52 TPX black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
172,847 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 TPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 TPX was last recorded at 172,847 miles on 7 May 2026, 2,909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,938 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,909 miles
Average per year
6,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,847 miles
  • 2025 – 169,938 miles
  • 2024 – 166,427 miles
  • 2023 – 161,869 miles
  • 2022 – 158,360 miles
  • 2021 – 154,932 miles
  • 2020 – 145,958 miles
  • 2019 – 137,558 miles
  • 2018 – 127,653 miles
  • 2017 – 119,625 miles
  • 2016 – 119,116 miles
  • 2015 – 114,230 miles
  • 2014 – 111,477 miles
  • 2013 – 105,525 miles
  • 2012 – 99,797 miles
  • 2011 – 93,437 miles
  • 2010 – 88,255 miles
  • 2009 – 77,220 miles
  • 2008 – 67,897 miles
  • 2007 – 52,095 miles
  • 2006 – 45,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,847 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Hand brake reserve travel getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Minor damage to o/s rear belt (front ) one

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,847 miles (+2,909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,847 miles
    Test number
    543197720220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  2. Pass169,938 miles1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    169,938 miles
    Test number
    950743083692
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel getting low
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to o/s rear belt (front ) one
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Axel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Axel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,938 miles (+3,511)10 major1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,938 miles
    Test number
    824456200919
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel getting low
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to o/s rear belt (front ) one
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Axel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Axel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,427 miles (+4,558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    166,427 miles
    Test number
    207533267674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass161,869 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    161,869 miles
    Test number
    811024399742
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear no: plates starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross-member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Fail161,869 miles (+3,509)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,869 miles
    Test number
    921466321538
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear no: plates starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross-member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass158,360 miles (+3,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,360 miles
    Test number
    165861652503
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner faces corroding

  8. Pass154,932 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    154,932 miles
    Test number
    705795745555
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail154,922 miles (+8,964)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,922 miles
    Test number
    995038823506
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass145,958 miles (+8,400)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    145,958 miles
    Test number
    498674416807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,558 miles (+9,905)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,558 miles
    Test number
    258485155393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,653 miles (+8,028)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    127,653 miles
    Test number
    802468583901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,625 miles
    Test number
    501670778373
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail119,625 miles (+509)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,625 miles
    Test number
    690575610504
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass119,116 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,116 miles
    Test number
    242144048623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both links (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail119,116 miles (+4,886)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,116 miles
    Test number
    791129730755
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both links (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass114,230 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,230 miles
    Test number
    569650985124
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteO/s/f hub seal has slight seapage
    • NoteRear diff has slight seapage

  18. Fail114,230 miles (+2,753)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,230 miles
    Test number
    237485575435
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteO/s/f hub seal has slight seapage
    • NoteRear diff has slight seapage

  19. Fail111,477 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,477 miles
    Test number
    137602194128
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteWasher jet aim weak

  20. Pass111,477 miles (+5,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    111,477 miles
    Test number
    896562494139
    • NoteWasher jet aim weak

  21. Pass105,525 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,525 miles
    Test number
    135020273490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,797 miles (+6,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,797 miles
    Test number
    235576162065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass93,437 miles (+5,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,437 miles
    Test number
    125383571016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  24. Pass88,255 miles (+11,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    88,255 miles
    Test number
    163076450493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass77,220 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,220 miles
    Test number
    651125209012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front swival hubs slight leaking oil

  26. Fail77,220 miles (+9,323)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,220 miles
    Test number
    690155609010
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front swival hubs slight leaking oil

  27. Fail67,897 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,897 miles
    Test number
    704284718047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  28. Pass67,897 miles (+15,802)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    67,897 miles
    Test number
    760414318059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,095 miles (+7,073)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,095 miles
    Test number
    193965017016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    45,022 miles
    Test number
    871828916097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 TPX

Does LC52 TPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 TPX is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 TPX?
The MOT on LC52 TPX is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 TPX done?
LC52 TPX was recorded at 172,847 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,297 miles a year.
Has LC52 TPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 TPX has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LC52 TPX 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 LC52 TPX find?
LC52 TPX passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; slight engine oil leak.

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