
Land Rover Freelander
Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,951 cc
LU03 COBMOT history
LU03 COB is a green diesel Land Rover Freelander first used on 15 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,751 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 12 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 103,751 mi
- At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 21 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 4,240 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LU03 COB
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Freelander
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,951 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 15 Aug 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LU03 COB was last recorded at 103,751 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 103,751 miles · 29 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 4,240 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 103,751 miles
- 2025 – 102,952 miles
- 2023 – 102,914 miles
- 2022 – 99,906 miles
- 2021 – 97,725 miles
- 2020 – 94,646 miles
- 2019 – 89,472 miles
- 2018 – 85,135 miles
- 2017 – 80,568 miles
- 2016 – 76,995 miles
- 2015 – 72,270 miles
- 2014 – 69,486 miles
- 2013 – 67,468 miles
- 2012 – 64,477 miles
- 2011 – 58,672 miles
- 2010 – 53,591 miles
- 2008 – 45,529 miles
- 2007 – 35,769 miles
- 2006 – 20,988 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryAll under body undersealed !!!!!
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.
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL hoses
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013
Coil spring corroded ALL
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside underside of sill corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
28 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass103,751 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 103,751 miles
- Test number
- 704808849477
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll under body undersealed !!!!!
Fail103,751 miles (+799)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,751 miles
- Test number
- 168725879087
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass102,952 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 102,952 miles
- Test number
- 790429092374
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside underside of sill corroded
- AdvisoryOffside underside of sill corroded
- AdvisoryBack box clamp split but exhaust still secure
- AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension arms heavily corroded
- AdvisoryUnderside of sill as plastic covers in areas making the sill difficult to inspect
Fail102,952 miles (+38)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,952 miles
- Test number
- 155291296547
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underside of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis, around rear towing eye (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside underside of sill corroded
- AdvisoryOffside underside of sill corroded
- AdvisoryBack box clamp split but exhaust still secure
- AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension arms heavily corroded
- AdvisoryUnderside of sill as plastic covers in areas making the sill difficult to inspect
Pass102,914 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 102,914 miles
- Test number
- 353360677675
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail102,912 miles (+3,006)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,912 miles
- Test number
- 642619194031
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both by rear sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material one by sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass99,906 miles (+20)1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 99,906 miles
- Test number
- 617585756453
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear and both front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail99,886 miles (+2,161)1 dangerous1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,886 miles
- Test number
- 885855609475
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear and both front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass97,725 miles (+3,079)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 97,725 miles
- Test number
- 675091262554
- MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both split (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass94,646 miles (+532)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 94,646 miles
- Test number
- 811107763668
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryChipped screen
- AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased
Pass94,114 miles (+4,642)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 94,114 miles
- Test number
- 846675991560
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySmall chips in screen
Pass89,472 miles (+4,337)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 89,472 miles
- Test number
- 639258647329
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRE'S @ LIMIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBelly pan and bottom of the sills. Covers fitted
- AdvisoryFuel tank support starting to corrode
Pass85,135 miles (+4,567)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 85,135 miles
- Test number
- 191120358899
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded several also coated with grease in places (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryAll 4 tyres starting to crack/perish
- AdvisoryBottom of the sills. covers fitted
- AdvisoryTow eye bracket heavily corroded but not structural to vehicle
Pass80,568 miles (+3,573)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 80,568 miles
- Test number
- 523645081594
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,995 miles (+4,725)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 76,995 miles
- Test number
- 349836956661
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass72,270 miles (+2,784)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 72,270 miles
- Test number
- 726508435035
- AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass69,486 miles (+118)5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 69,486 miles
- Test number
- 268591954050
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perrish
- NoteFuel tank support corroded
- NoteLowpressure pipe on p/s appears to be a little out of shape(squashed in) but not affecting operation
- NoteRear exhaust mount broken but system still secure
Fail69,368 miles (+1,900)3 failures5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,368 miles
- Test number
- 378863044090
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perrish
- NoteFuel tank support corroded
- NoteLowpressure pipe on p/s appears to be a little out of shape(squashed in) but not affecting operation
- NoteRear exhaust mount broken but system still secure
Pass67,468 miles (+2,991)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 67,468 miles
- Test number
- 626008533012
- AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteCorrosion starting front crossmember but not yet to excess
Pass64,477 miles2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 64,477 miles
- Test number
- 327320332003
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth dips on min marks
- NoteFront disc inner faces pitted but not yet to excess
Fail64,477 miles (+5,805)2 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,477 miles
- Test number
- 175386322414
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth dips on min marks
- NoteFront disc inner faces pitted but not yet to excess
Pass58,672 miles (+5,081)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 58,672 miles
- Test number
- 716751311082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,591 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,591 miles
- Test number
- 292782810094
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass53,591 miles (+8,062)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 53,591 miles
- Test number
- 323752510033
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,529 miles (+9,760)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 45,529 miles
- Test number
- 832370638367
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,769 miles (+14,781)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 35,769 miles
- Test number
- 151562407304
- AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass20,988 miles (+2,636)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 20,988 miles
- Test number
- 230493316302
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,352 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 18,352 miles
- Test number
- 660300666133
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LU03 COB
- Does LU03 COB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU03 COB is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LU03 COB?
- The MOT on LU03 COB is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LU03 COB done?
- LU03 COB was recorded at 103,751 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,240 miles a year.
- Has LU03 COB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LU03 COB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on LU03 COB 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 LU03 COB find?
- LU03 COB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.
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