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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LR03 ANDMOT history

LR03 AND is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 155,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LR03 AND blue 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
155,135 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 AND
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 AND was last recorded at 155,135 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,208 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,927 miles
Average per year
6,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,135 miles
  • 2025 – 152,208 miles
  • 2024 – 150,088 miles
  • 2023 – 147,094 miles
  • 2022 – 145,133 miles
  • 2021 – 143,731 miles
  • 2020 – 140,492 miles
  • 2019 – 137,773 miles
  • 2017 – 135,511 miles
  • 2016 – 132,469 miles
  • 2015 – 128,271 miles
  • 2014 – 123,944 miles
  • 2013 – 120,320 miles
  • 2012 – 113,071 miles
  • 2011 – 101,067 miles
  • 2010 – 91,335 miles
  • 2009 – 70,664 miles
  • 2008 – 58,605 miles
  • 2007 – 48,962 miles
  • 2006 – 35,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,135 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,135 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    155,135 miles
    Test number
    903556658166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,208 miles (+2,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,208 miles
    Test number
    969488918134
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Pass150,088 miles (+2,994)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,088 miles
    Test number
    262258787199
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported along rear axel (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot split but keeping dirt out (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass147,094 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,094 miles
    Test number
    324556372348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass145,133 miles (+1,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    145,133 miles
    Test number
    952824645847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass143,731 miles (+3,239)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,731 miles
    Test number
    336717278756
    • AdvisoryFront Slight prop shaft seal leak
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,492 miles (+2,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,492 miles
    Test number
    942546241823
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,773 miles (+2,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    137,773 miles
    Test number
    992150739128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass135,511 miles (+3,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    135,511 miles
    Test number
    517152659805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass132,469 miles (+4,198)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    132,469 miles
    Test number
    525929801212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,271 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    267245640642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,944 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    123,944 miles
    Test number
    517017634330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,320 miles (+7,249)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,320 miles
    Test number
    226744723342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,071 miles (+12,004)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    113,071 miles
    Test number
    317153722139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,067 miles (+9,732)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    101,067 miles
    Test number
    797486721104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,335 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,335 miles
    Test number
    602418430165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail91,274 miles (+20,610)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,274 miles
    Test number
    330297130101
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear prop shaft u/j badly worn

  18. Fail70,664 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,664 miles
    Test number
    160980749196
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass70,664 miles (+12,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,664 miles
    Test number
    754910649191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail58,605 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,605 miles
    Test number
    172033138132
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass58,605 miles (+9,643)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,605 miles
    Test number
    930003838134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,962 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,962 miles
    Test number
    964321447149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,614 miles (+12,822)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,614 miles
    Test number
    422695137100
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes slightly worn

  24. Fail35,792 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,792 miles
    Test number
    110787536165
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  25. Pass35,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,792 miles
    Test number
    722737036146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 AND

Does LR03 AND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 AND is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 AND?
The MOT on LR03 AND is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 AND done?
LR03 AND was recorded at 155,135 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,032 miles a year.
Has LR03 AND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 AND has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2010.
Has the mileage on LR03 AND 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 LR03 AND find?
LR03 AND passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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