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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LE04 FTCMOT history

LE04 FTC is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LE04 FTC 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 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
46,988 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 FTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 FTC was last recorded at 46,988 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Feb 2010: 20,738 miles, lower than 187,613 miles on 13 Jan 2009.

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
46,743 miles · 6 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
245 miles
Average per year
1,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,988 miles
  • 2024 – 46,743 miles
  • 2023 – 46,440 miles
  • 2022 – 46,306 miles
  • 2021 – 46,168 miles
  • 2020 – 44,965 miles
  • 2019 – 43,374 miles
  • 2018 – 42,574 miles
  • 2017 – 41,682 miles
  • 2016 – 38,839 miles
  • 2015 – 36,996 miles
  • 2014 – 34,057 miles
  • 2013 – 30,961 miles
  • 2012 – 27,689 miles
  • 2011 – 23,623 miles
  • 2010 – 20,738 miles
  • 2009 – 187,613 miles
  • 2008 – 17,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,988 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle suspension ball joint dust boot deteriorated
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Very rusty under vehicle body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front brake disc scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,988 miles (+245)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    46,988 miles
    Test number
    502986476931
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle suspension ball joint dust boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass46,743 miles (+303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    46,743 miles
    Test number
    144358591606
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty under body including suspension components

  3. Pass46,440 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,440 miles
    Test number
    559629887777
    • AdvisoryVery rusty under vehicle

  4. Pass46,306 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    46,306 miles
    Test number
    858626793268
    • AdvisoryVery rusty under vehicle body

  5. Fail46,303 miles (+135)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,303 miles
    Test number
    308169382059
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery rusty under vehicle body

  6. Pass46,168 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    46,168 miles
    Test number
    809711539924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    621077475212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,957 miles (+1,583)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,957 miles
    Test number
    821101911387
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass43,374 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    363137757987
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc scored

  10. Fail43,371 miles (+797)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    414193209575
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached rear cross member both sides (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc scored

  11. Pass42,574 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,574 miles
    Test number
    594045821000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,682 miles (+2,843)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,682 miles
    Test number
    419032184929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,839 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    38,839 miles
    Test number
    239897632986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,996 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,996 miles
    Test number
    727733945032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,057 miles
    Test number
    208805744079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,050 miles (+3,089)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    176105344087
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass30,961 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    30,961 miles
    Test number
    927319443060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,689 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,689 miles
    Test number
    798236042010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,687 miles (+4,064)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,687 miles
    Test number
    565695042051
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  20. Pass23,623 miles (+2,885)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    23,623 miles
    Test number
    157688831009
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside steering lockstop bent

  21. Pass20,738 miles (-166,875)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,738 miles
    Test number
    144022840452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass187,613 miles (+170,334)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    187,613 miles
    Test number
    821113419006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,279 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    17,279 miles
    Test number
    813098538038
    • NoteN/s mirror insicure

Questions about LE04 FTC

Does LE04 FTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 FTC is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 FTC?
The MOT on LE04 FTC is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 FTC done?
LE04 FTC was recorded at 46,988 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 1,647 miles a year.
Has LE04 FTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 FTC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LE04 FTC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE04 FTC find?
LE04 FTC passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all, and 12 more.

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