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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LS03 HTFMOT history

LS03 HTF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 86,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

LS03 HTF blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
86,927 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HTF
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
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 HTF was last recorded at 86,927 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 1,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,043 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,884 miles
Average per year
3,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,927 miles
  • 2024 – 85,043 miles
  • 2023 – 84,524 miles
  • 2022 – 84,017 miles
  • 2021 – 83,261 miles
  • 2020 – 81,968 miles
  • 2019 – 80,747 miles
  • 2018 – 79,494 miles
  • 2017 – 77,597 miles
  • 2016 – 75,619 miles
  • 2015 – 72,610 miles
  • 2014 – 68,646 miles
  • 2013 – 63,174 miles
  • 2012 – 57,962 miles
  • 2011 – 45,729 miles
  • 2010 – 43,138 miles
  • 2009 – 38,662 miles
  • 2008 – 34,127 miles
  • 2007 – 23,631 miles
  • 2006 – 14,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,927 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,927 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    357856993502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail86,927 miles (+1,884)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    774154195977
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    85,043 miles
    Test number
    831588275104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,043 miles (+519)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,043 miles
    Test number
    145817460466
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    506036643586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail84,524 miles (+507)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    777089300539
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass84,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,017 miles
    Test number
    639135260887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,017 miles (+756)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,017 miles
    Test number
    533160987084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Pass83,261 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,261 miles
    Test number
    553624248207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,833 miles
    Test number
    610345498754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,833 miles (+865)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,833 miles
    Test number
    117551516514
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass81,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,968 miles
    Test number
    625786123701
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Fail81,968 miles (+1,221)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,968 miles
    Test number
    593281068004
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Pass80,747 miles (+1,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,747 miles
    Test number
    263891649954
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass79,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,494 miles
    Test number
    214602029143
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail79,494 miles (+1,897)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,494 miles
    Test number
    707724744680
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass77,597 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,597 miles
    Test number
    294644031926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight dampness at steering rack

  18. Fail77,597 miles (+1,978)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,597 miles
    Test number
    442593657238
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion side step & insecure (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Upper Stop lamp not working hi-level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside side step corroded
    • AdvisorySlight dampness at steering rack

  19. Pass75,619 miles (+3,009)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    793172869527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside side step bar corroded&holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear mudflap loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass72,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,610 miles
    Test number
    957993015077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,610 miles (+3,964)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,610 miles
    Test number
    117443215413
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass68,646 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,646 miles
    Test number
    868497514019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear prop shaft seal at diff has a slight leak

  23. Fail68,645 miles (+5,471)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,645 miles
    Test number
    178765214436
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear prop shaft seal at diff has a slight leak

  24. Pass63,174 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,174 miles
    Test number
    757718113017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall

  25. Fail63,173 miles (+5,211)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,173 miles
    Test number
    908447813042
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is perrished & cracked on outter side wall

  26. Pass57,962 miles (+12,233)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,962 miles
    Test number
    918239712042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,729 miles (+2,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    845220811029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  28. Pass43,138 miles (+4,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    660081420009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  29. Pass38,662 miles (+4,535)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,662 miles
    Test number
    602086919083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,127 miles (+10,496)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    862081428032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass23,631 miles (+8,982)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,631 miles
    Test number
    423093877001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass14,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,649 miles
    Test number
    924476776046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 HTF

Does LS03 HTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HTF expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HTF?
The MOT on LS03 HTF expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HTF done?
LS03 HTF was recorded at 86,927 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 3,712 miles a year.
Has LS03 HTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HTF has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS03 HTF 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 LS03 HTF find?
LS03 HTF passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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