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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

LL05 ZBFMOT history

LL05 ZBF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 165,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LL05 ZBF 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 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
165,209 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 ZBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 ZBF was last recorded at 165,209 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 1,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,640 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,569 miles
Average per year
7,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,209 miles
  • 2025 – 163,640 miles
  • 2024 – 158,724 miles
  • 2023 – 147,056 miles
  • 2022 – 137,307 miles
  • 2021 – 128,242 miles
  • 2020 – 118,017 miles
  • 2019 – 109,794 miles
  • 2018 – 104,394 miles
  • 2017 – 100,989 miles
  • 2016 – 95,319 miles
  • 2015 – 90,851 miles
  • 2014 – 87,501 miles
  • 2013 – 83,116 miles
  • 2012 – 73,749 miles
  • 2011 – 64,512 miles
  • 2010 – 56,147 miles
  • 2009 – 44,835 miles
  • 2008 – 33,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,209 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass165,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    165,209 miles
    Test number
    792001923157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail165,209 miles (+1,569)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,209 miles
    Test number
    728008215007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass163,640 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,640 miles
    Test number
    242728842270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,724 miles (+11,668)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,724 miles
    Test number
    692001880912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass147,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    147,056 miles
    Test number
    896436660899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,056 miles (+9,749)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,056 miles
    Test number
    637342858268
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass137,307 miles (+9,065)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,307 miles
    Test number
    761107915094
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,242 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,242 miles
    Test number
    706384719740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside side step damaged/corroded not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail128,242 miles (+10,225)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,242 miles
    Test number
    560121119712
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside side step damaged/corroded not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,017 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,017 miles
    Test number
    465484085822
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush washer (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side Step/Rock defender corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  11. Fail118,017 miles (+8,223)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,017 miles
    Test number
    848964699537
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush washer (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side Step/Rock defender corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  12. Pass109,794 miles (+5,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,794 miles
    Test number
    711576098172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass104,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    223746723167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail104,394 miles (+3,405)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    138301851442
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass100,989 miles (+5,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    741252361706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass95,319 miles (+4,468)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    973252719553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak transfer box
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box lower seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass90,851 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,851 miles
    Test number
    668795285213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,501 miles
    Test number
    196486674254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail87,501 miles (+4,385)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,501 miles
    Test number
    768457674277
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass83,116 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    999765173206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    389201173084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,642 miles (+5,893)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    567541073028
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass73,749 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    449276442196
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joint seals leaking
    • NoteN/s/r wheel march damaged and insecure

  24. Fail73,749 miles (+9,237)8 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    557742942191
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joint seals leaking
    • NoteN/s/r wheel march damaged and insecure

  25. Pass64,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    879450461129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail64,512 miles (+8,365)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    678677751187
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass56,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    863998850158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,147 miles (+11,312)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    530013750127
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass44,835 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,835 miles
    Test number
    763463959187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail44,833 miles (+11,608)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,833 miles
    Test number
    551902259127
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  31. Fail33,225 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,225 miles
    Test number
    261348058117
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass33,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,225 miles
    Test number
    764218758121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL05 ZBF

Does LL05 ZBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL05 ZBF is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL05 ZBF?
The MOT on LL05 ZBF is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL05 ZBF done?
LL05 ZBF was recorded at 165,209 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 7,189 miles a year.
Has LL05 ZBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 ZBF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL05 ZBF 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 LL05 ZBF find?
LL05 ZBF passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box.

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