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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LR04 BZPMOT history

LR04 BZP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LR04 BZP 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 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,996 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 BZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 BZP was last recorded at 98,996 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,832 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,164 miles
Average per year
4,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,996 miles
  • 2025 – 96,832 miles
  • 2024 – 93,932 miles
  • 2023 – 90,526 miles
  • 2022 – 87,143 miles
  • 2021 – 84,342 miles
  • 2020 – 81,117 miles
  • 2019 – 77,229 miles
  • 2018 – 73,479 miles
  • 2017 – 70,518 miles
  • 2016 – 66,264 miles
  • 2015 – 60,131 miles
  • 2014 – 54,795 miles
  • 2013 – 48,811 miles
  • 2012 – 42,415 miles
  • 2011 – 39,210 miles
  • 2010 – 35,429 miles
  • 2009 – 29,075 miles
  • 2007 – 19,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,996 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Central exhaust joint corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,996 miles (+2,164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,996 miles
    Test number
    317298675536
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,832 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    96,832 miles
    Test number
    513640460241
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Fail96,832 miles (+2,900)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,832 miles
    Test number
    416379796554
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure and filter housing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filer (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass93,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,932 miles
    Test number
    687784157906
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

  5. Fail93,932 miles (+3,406)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,932 miles
    Test number
    273216815290
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

  6. Pass90,526 miles (+3,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,526 miles
    Test number
    633942601325
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

  7. Pass87,143 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,143 miles
    Test number
    779476619976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,342 miles (+3,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    783451118125
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,117 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,117 miles
    Test number
    356904030989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,229 miles (+3,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    415953546363
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivels leaking grease

  11. Pass73,479 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,479 miles
    Test number
    100242180204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,518 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    330815038157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,264 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,264 miles
    Test number
    727937513721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,131 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,131 miles
    Test number
    726532795024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    915830984065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,795 miles (+5,984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    377999774028
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  17. Pass48,811 miles (+6,396)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,811 miles
    Test number
    518214393066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,415 miles (+3,205)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,415 miles
    Test number
    375133192060
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres slightly perrished
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall

  19. Pass39,210 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,210 miles
    Test number
    349876791002
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail39,210 miles (+3,781)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,210 miles
    Test number
    605036691028
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass35,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,429 miles
    Test number
    733666190069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,429 miles (+6,354)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,429 miles
    Test number
    373516290039
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  23. Pass29,075 miles (+9,974)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    833326449123
    • NoteTowbar cover fitted

  24. Pass19,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,101 miles
    Test number
    130673417343
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR04 BZP

Does LR04 BZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 BZP is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR04 BZP?
The MOT on LR04 BZP is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 BZP done?
LR04 BZP was recorded at 98,996 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 4,242 miles a year.
Has LR04 BZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 BZP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR04 BZP 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 LR04 BZP find?
LR04 BZP passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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