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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LS53 CCJMOT history

LS53 CCJ is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LS53 CCJ silver 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 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,090 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 CCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 CCJ was last recorded at 109,090 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,072 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
4,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,090 miles
  • 2024 – 107,418 miles
  • 2022 – 102,815 miles
  • 2021 – 102,481 miles
  • 2020 – 101,746 miles
  • 2019 – 100,907 miles
  • 2018 – 100,338 miles
  • 2017 – 98,556 miles
  • 2016 – 95,042 miles
  • 2015 – 89,570 miles
  • 2014 – 77,769 miles
  • 2013 – 66,003 miles
  • 2012 – 53,125 miles
  • 2011 – 47,653 miles
  • 2010 – 44,841 miles
  • 2009 – 41,284 miles
  • 2008 – 36,269 miles
  • 2007 – 30,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,090 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE...

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,090 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,090 miles
    Test number
    344939328104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,072 miles (+1,654)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,072 miles
    Test number
    671437077181
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,418 miles (+665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,418 miles
    Test number
    888253782711
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive ps pump slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam bolt slightly loose (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass106,753 miles (+3,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    101068047489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,815 miles4 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,815 miles
    Test number
    242497450476
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing siderwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail102,815 miles (+334)1 repaired4 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,815 miles
    Test number
    557869320645
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too high for ANPR cameras and part obscured by lights (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing siderwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass102,481 miles (+735)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,481 miles
    Test number
    937031219915
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS AND REAR CROSS MEMBER RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage ON TO FRONT CROSS MEMBER... (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR PIPES ALONG CHASSIS... (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALLS... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged SIDEWALL... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE... (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,746 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,746 miles
    Test number
    588707031845
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES CRACKING...
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail101,746 miles (+839)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,746 miles
    Test number
    782241913199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES CRACKING...
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass100,907 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,907 miles
    Test number
    400367043663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    887551522186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,338 miles (+1,782)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    921897827883
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  13. Pass98,556 miles (+3,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,556 miles
    Test number
    273824829397
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass95,042 miles (+5,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,042 miles
    Test number
    238901109393
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass89,570 miles (+30)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,570 miles
    Test number
    889142605201
    • NoteHeavy oil leaks

  16. Fail89,540 miles (+11,771)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,540 miles
    Test number
    259759895135
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHEAVY OIL LEAKS

  17. Pass77,769 miles (+11,766)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,769 miles
    Test number
    538628174110
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers poor

  18. Pass66,003 miles (+12,878)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    527725863157
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFuel filter rusty
    • NotePlay in N/S/R top shock mount
    • NoteWheels/tyres wider than arches

  19. Pass53,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,125 miles
    Test number
    338154582186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,125 miles (+4,793)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,125 miles
    Test number
    856314882188
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Fail48,332 miles (+679)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,332 miles
    Test number
    269385852075
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass47,653 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,653 miles
    Test number
    696950681149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,841 miles (+3,557)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,841 miles
    Test number
    213692680146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,284 miles (+5,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,284 miles
    Test number
    121160289174
    • 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)

  25. Pass36,269 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,269 miles
    Test number
    514521158156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,240 miles
    Test number
    770905047104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 CCJ

Does LS53 CCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 CCJ is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 CCJ?
The MOT on LS53 CCJ is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 CCJ done?
LS53 CCJ was recorded at 109,090 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 4,252 miles a year.
Has LS53 CCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 CCJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 CCJ 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 LS53 CCJ find?
LS53 CCJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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