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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

LEG 43MOT history

LEG 43 is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 298,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LEG 43 black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
298,942 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
14,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LEG 43
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LEG 43 was last recorded at 298,942 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 92 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
298,850 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
92 miles
Average per year
14,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 298,942 miles
  • 2025 – 292,093 miles
  • 2024 – 279,875 miles
  • 2023 – 269,019 miles
  • 2022 – 256,834 miles
  • 2021 – 244,889 miles
  • 2019 – 232,401 miles
  • 2018 – 213,854 miles
  • 2017 – 193,677 miles
  • 2016 – 178,372 miles
  • 2015 – 164,079 miles
  • 2014 – 134,820 miles
  • 2013 – 106,798 miles
  • 2012 – 78,628 miles
  • 2011 – 66,744 miles
  • 2010 – 60,519 miles
  • 2009 – 54,810 miles
  • 2008 – 40,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,942 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,942 miles (+92)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    298,942 miles
    Test number
    586239024661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail298,850 miles (+6,757)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    298,850 miles
    Test number
    955375107121
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass292,093 miles (+12,218)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    292,093 miles
    Test number
    772268671039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass279,875 miles (+10,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    279,875 miles
    Test number
    467085421263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass269,019 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    269,019 miles
    Test number
    633452517134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail269,019 miles (+12,185)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,019 miles
    Test number
    361062680961
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass256,834 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    256,834 miles
    Test number
    220943326678
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet from master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail256,834 miles (+11,945)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,834 miles
    Test number
    991638881636
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet from master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass244,889 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    244,889 miles
    Test number
    900127129193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOther passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail244,889 miles (+12,488)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,889 miles
    Test number
    999573807982
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOther passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass232,401 miles (+18,547)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    232,401 miles
    Test number
    717047596741
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOther passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed both rear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  12. Pass213,854 miles (+20,177)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    213,854 miles
    Test number
    490010940861
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints leaking grease

  13. Pass193,677 miles (+15,305)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    193,677 miles
    Test number
    547286643805
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm centre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm centre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints leaking grease
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked

  14. Pass178,372 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    178,372 miles
    Test number
    838849051958
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle swivel joint leaking grease

  15. Fail178,372 miles (+14,293)2 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,372 miles
    Test number
    340033049822
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle swivel joint leaking grease

  16. Pass164,079 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    164,079 miles
    Test number
    251687429767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle swivel joint leaking grease
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing

  17. Fail164,079 miles (+29,259)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,079 miles
    Test number
    571566739269
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle swivel joint leaking grease
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing

  18. Pass134,820 miles (+28,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    134,820 miles
    Test number
    439003674284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass106,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,798 miles
    Test number
    699527973223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail106,798 miles (+28,170)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,798 miles
    Test number
    428727873240
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass78,628 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,628 miles
    Test number
    745807782114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,921 miles (+11,177)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,921 miles
    Test number
    836129072158
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps excessively damaged so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear All position lamps excessively damaged so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass66,744 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,744 miles
    Test number
    156295261162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail66,744 miles (+6,225)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,744 miles
    Test number
    565325461175
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass60,519 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,519 miles
    Test number
    931249360188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,810 miles (+14,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,810 miles
    Test number
    842220479192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass40,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,650 miles
    Test number
    311709298112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LEG 43

What vehicle is registration LEG 43 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LEG 43 on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jul 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LEG 43 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LEG 43 is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LEG 43?
The MOT on LEG 43 is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LEG 43 done?
LEG 43 was recorded at 298,942 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 14,530 miles a year.
Has LEG 43 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LEG 43 has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LEG 43 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 LEG 43 find?
LEG 43 passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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