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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LE04 FTUMOT history

LE04 FTU is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LE04 FTU 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 4 Nov 2027
Mileage
135,247 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 FTU
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 4 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 FTU was last recorded at 135,247 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 4,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,114 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,133 miles
Average per year
6,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,247 miles
  • 2025 – 131,114 miles
  • 2024 – 125,449 miles
  • 2023 – 118,790 miles
  • 2022 – 110,752 miles
  • 2021 – 104,008 miles
  • 2020 – 96,666 miles
  • 2019 – 88,288 miles
  • 2018 – 78,468 miles
  • 2017 – 69,207 miles
  • 2016 – 56,653 miles
  • 2015 – 44,132 miles
  • 2014 – 42,468 miles
  • 2013 – 38,858 miles
  • 2011 – 31,298 miles
  • 2010 – 26,638 miles
  • 2009 – 24,677 miles
  • 2008 – 22,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,247 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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,247 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    135,247 miles
    Test number
    489905187072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,114 miles (+5,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,114 miles
    Test number
    268694432417
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass125,449 miles (+6,659)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,449 miles
    Test number
    885305121180
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass118,790 miles (+8,038)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,790 miles
    Test number
    263750904657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,752 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,752 miles
    Test number
    780135762887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,008 miles (+7,342)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    104,008 miles
    Test number
    381425967434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,666 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,666 miles
    Test number
    963450208935
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail96,666 miles (+8,378)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,666 miles
    Test number
    721961640349
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,288 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,288 miles
    Test number
    290715625623
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail88,288 miles (+9,820)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,288 miles
    Test number
    195202530236
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,468 miles (+9,261)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    669052870654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  12. Pass69,207 miles (+12,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    636292074863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  13. Pass56,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,653 miles
    Test number
    748104173979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Fail56,653 miles (+12,521)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,653 miles
    Test number
    680897221881
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testIntermediate drop arm insecure steering box (2.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testSteering column flexible coupling insecure (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass44,132 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,132 miles
    Test number
    152778704261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,468 miles (+3,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,468 miles
    Test number
    828389104319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass38,858 miles (+7,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,858 miles
    Test number
    917013663293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass31,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,298 miles
    Test number
    197852811321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,298 miles (+2,098)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,298 miles
    Test number
    566398791293
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass29,200 miles (+2,562)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,200 miles
    Test number
    976318261018
    • NoteKnock from column when turning, suspect indicator switch.
    • NoteRear axle input seal leaking
    • NoteNearside swivel hub leaking slightly

  21. Pass26,638 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,638 miles
    Test number
    181319660416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,677 miles (+2,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,677 miles
    Test number
    843178659087
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass22,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,225 miles
    Test number
    850826668049
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LE04 FTU

Does LE04 FTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 FTU is valid until 4 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 FTU?
The MOT on LE04 FTU is valid until 4 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 FTU done?
LE04 FTU was recorded at 135,247 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 6,067 miles a year.
Has LE04 FTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 FTU has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LE04 FTU 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 LE04 FTU find?
LE04 FTU passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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