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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LR53 RODMOT history

LR53 ROD is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2024.

LR53 ROD black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2025
Mileage
102,154 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ROD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2025
Latest MOT test
7 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ROD was last recorded at 102,154 miles on 7 May 2024, 769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,385 miles · 23 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
769 miles
Average per year
4,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,154 miles
  • 2021 – 101,385 miles
  • 2020 – 98,812 miles
  • 2019 – 89,947 miles
  • 2018 – 85,103 miles
  • 2017 – 79,435 miles
  • 2016 – 70,326 miles
  • 2015 – 66,118 miles
  • 2014 – 61,161 miles
  • 2013 – 56,979 miles
  • 2012 – 49,380 miles
  • 2011 – 42,834 miles
  • 2010 – 37,969 miles
  • 2009 – 31,974 miles
  • 2008 – 27,013 miles
  • 2007 – 22,721 miles
  • 2006 – 17,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,154 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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,154 miles (+769)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    811266427294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,385 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,385 miles
    Test number
    747527313612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,812 miles (+8,865)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    140030416821
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box also corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass89,947 miles (+4,844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,947 miles
    Test number
    733735191948
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes rust protected (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rust protected

  5. Pass85,103 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,103 miles
    Test number
    471493459758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,102 miles (+5,667)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,102 miles
    Test number
    643629972648
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass79,435 miles (+9,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    472112442698
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  8. Pass70,326 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    604239835455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail70,325 miles (+4,207)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,325 miles
    Test number
    662199867628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Very dangerous (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt damage (Advise renew)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass66,118 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,118 miles
    Test number
    709574159029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat unable to do a full inspection of belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Fail66,118 miles (+4,957)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,118 miles
    Test number
    426304465576
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat unable to do a full inspection of belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass61,161 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    398723594411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s and o/s side step corroded

  13. Fail667,206 miles (+610,227)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    667,206 miles
    Test number
    357793094498
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s and o/s side step corroded

  14. Pass56,979 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,979 miles
    Test number
    509345093280
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail56,976 miles (+7,596)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,976 miles
    Test number
    506254893220
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass49,380 miles (+6,546)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,380 miles
    Test number
    517908292290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass42,834 miles (+4,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    198548391268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass37,969 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,969 miles
    Test number
    353989390498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail37,966 miles (+5,992)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,966 miles
    Test number
    984858090298
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass31,974 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,974 miles
    Test number
    401286699263
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail31,972 miles (+4,959)2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,972 miles
    Test number
    853092099216
    • DangerousExcess play on steering damper bush
    • DangerousRerar diff oil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass27,013 miles (+4,292)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,013 miles
    Test number
    333284998252
    • NoteBoth front seat belt p/area starting to corrode treat asap
    • NoteBoth front seat belts damage starting
    • NoteRipple o/s rear o/wall
    • NoteUnable to view pads fully

  23. Pass22,721 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,721 miles
    Test number
    754973967249
    • NoteBoth rear shock bushes slightly worn

  24. Fail22,719 miles (+5,215)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,719 miles
    Test number
    384110867440
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  25. Pass17,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,504 miles
    Test number
    841333586298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ROD

Does LR53 ROD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ROD expired on 6 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ROD?
The MOT on LR53 ROD expired on 6 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ROD done?
LR53 ROD was recorded at 102,154 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2024, an average of 4,817 miles a year.
Has LR53 ROD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ROD has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LR53 ROD 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 LR53 ROD find?
LR53 ROD passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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