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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

LFT 2MOT history

LFT 2 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LFT 2 green 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 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,999 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LFT 2
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LFT 2 was last recorded at 105,999 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,997 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,999 miles
  • 2024 – 101,165 miles
  • 2022 – 96,181 miles
  • 2021 – 90,397 miles
  • 2019 – 80,696 miles
  • 2018 – 74,169 miles
  • 2017 – 69,452 miles
  • 2016 – 68,591 miles
  • 2015 – 66,992 miles
  • 2014 – 65,587 miles
  • 2013 – 63,552 miles
  • 2012 – 58,755 miles
  • 2011 – 48,075 miles
  • 2010 – 37,160 miles
  • 2009 – 26,951 miles
  • 2008 – 15,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,999 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,999 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,999 miles
    Test number
    474549722754
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,997 miles (+4,832)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,997 miles
    Test number
    523767044503
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,165 miles (+1,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,165 miles
    Test number
    844525990523
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass99,399 miles (+3,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,399 miles
    Test number
    912102217937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,181 miles (+1,898)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,181 miles
    Test number
    957186558017
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,283 miles (+3,886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,283 miles
    Test number
    702832584788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel housing seals starting to leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing seal starting to leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,397 miles (+9,701)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,397 miles
    Test number
    401421033961
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f whel just touching front suspension arm on full steering lock

  8. Pass80,696 miles (+6,527)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,696 miles
    Test number
    178934637965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,169 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,169 miles
    Test number
    268293114950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,452 miles (+861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,452 miles
    Test number
    151559775878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass68,591 miles (+1,599)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,591 miles
    Test number
    520610959816
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass66,992 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,992 miles
    Test number
    346716055191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,587 miles (+2,035)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,587 miles
    Test number
    165275954167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,552 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,552 miles
    Test number
    536080653127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,755 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,755 miles
    Test number
    468519742130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail58,672 miles (+10,597)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,672 miles
    Test number
    558995442199
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail48,075 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,075 miles
    Test number
    166691851197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  18. Pass48,075 miles (+10,915)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,075 miles
    Test number
    396241751187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,160 miles
    Test number
    222367320474
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail37,160 miles (+10,209)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,160 miles
    Test number
    301627220117
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass26,951 miles (+11,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,951 miles
    Test number
    752291439169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass15,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,799 miles
    Test number
    413990658148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LFT 2

What vehicle is registration LFT 2 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LFT 2 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 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 LFT 2 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LFT 2 is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LFT 2?
The MOT on LFT 2 is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LFT 2 done?
LFT 2 was recorded at 105,999 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 5,117 miles a year.
Has LFT 2 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LFT 2 has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LFT 2 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 LFT 2 find?
LFT 2 passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside rear coil spring corroded; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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