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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LE03 ORNMOT history

LE03 ORN is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LE03 ORN silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,049 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 ORN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 ORN was last recorded at 97,049 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,030 miles · 1 May 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
3,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,049 miles
  • 2024 – 96,815 miles
  • 2021 – 92,628 miles
  • 2019 – 90,248 miles
  • 2018 – 84,764 miles
  • 2017 – 83,548 miles
  • 2016 – 82,421 miles
  • 2015 – 75,601 miles
  • 2013 – 74,619 miles
  • 2012 – 72,924 miles
  • 2011 – 70,179 miles
  • 2010 – 67,986 miles
  • 2009 – 64,300 miles
  • 2008 – 57,380 miles
  • 2007 – 46,374 miles
  • 2006 – 32,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,049 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,049 miles (+19)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,049 miles
    Test number
    501002542425
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,030 miles (+215)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,030 miles
    Test number
    639488562889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens slightly damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Hub seals leaking slightly on N/S/F and O/S/F
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Hub swivel joints X 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass96,815 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    96,815 miles
    Test number
    816557185659
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail96,815 miles (+4,187)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,815 miles
    Test number
    440189119799
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,628 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,628 miles
    Test number
    590221525184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Fail92,626 miles (+2,378)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,626 miles
    Test number
    279988864551
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass90,248 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,248 miles
    Test number
    962965807433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,764 miles (+1,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,764 miles
    Test number
    883584859945
    • AdvisoryFront track rod ends slight play (marked in yellow chalk)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal slight weep

  9. Pass83,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    826932435079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in wheel bearing

  10. Fail83,548 miles (+1,127)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    194639145501
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS and Traction Control (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in wheel bearing

  11. Pass82,421 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,421 miles
    Test number
    947197422391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,420 miles (+6,819)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,420 miles
    Test number
    756227408340
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets damaged (8.2.3)

  13. Pass75,601 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,601 miles
    Test number
    347608095028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,619 miles (+1,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,619 miles
    Test number
    276790703245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass72,924 miles (+117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    415065612213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail72,807 miles (+2,628)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,807 miles
    Test number
    807528502290
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass70,179 miles (+2,193)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    719151101251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing slightly
    • NoteOuter wall of nearside front tyre slightly damaged

  18. Pass67,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,986 miles
    Test number
    200996090492
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail67,986 miles (+3,686)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,986 miles
    Test number
    721926690149
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass64,300 miles (+6,920)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,300 miles
    Test number
    481337269179
    • NoteNear side front tyre has superficial cut at outer sidewall.

  21. Pass57,380 miles (+11,006)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,380 miles
    Test number
    923625488160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,374 miles (+14,364)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    730649067190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,010 miles
    Test number
    992692096145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 ORN

Does LE03 ORN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 ORN is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 ORN?
The MOT on LE03 ORN is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 ORN done?
LE03 ORN was recorded at 97,049 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 3,219 miles a year.
Has LE03 ORN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 ORN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LE03 ORN 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 LE03 ORN find?
LE03 ORN passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front oil leak, but not excessive; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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