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Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

NOL 54MOT history

NOL 54 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 163,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

NOL 54 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,303 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NOL 54
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NOL 54 was last recorded at 163,303 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2023: 160,580 miles, lower than 160,581 miles on 4 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
163,273 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
6,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,303 miles
  • 2025 – 163,273 miles
  • 2024 – 161,792 miles
  • 2023 – 160,580 miles
  • 2022 – 157,780 miles
  • 2021 – 156,175 miles
  • 2020 – 154,726 miles
  • 2019 – 145,739 miles
  • 2018 – 136,737 miles
  • 2017 – 127,223 miles
  • 2015 – 113,257 miles
  • 2014 – 101,737 miles
  • 2013 – 95,763 miles
  • 2012 – 89,178 miles
  • 2011 – 82,111 miles
  • 2010 – 74,641 miles
  • 2009 – 67,285 miles
  • 2008 – 59,091 miles
  • 2007 – 50,915 miles
  • 2006 – 42,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,303 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Both swivel housings (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Both suspension spheres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front axle swivel joints/housing seeping both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,303 miles (+30)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,303 miles
    Test number
    211365973948
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Both swivel housings (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail163,273 miles (+1,481)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,273 miles
    Test number
    458150893980
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A-frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Both suspension spheres (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,792 miles (+1,212)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,792 miles
    Test number
    299741655671
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive both suspension spheres (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced towbar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,580 miles (-1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    160,580 miles
    Test number
    260153605574
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints/housing seeping both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail160,581 miles (+2,801)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,581 miles
    Test number
    833053440835
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints/housing seeping both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,780 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    157,780 miles
    Test number
    142999034094
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Cover Missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail157,778 miles (+1,603)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,778 miles
    Test number
    511427669388
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Cover Missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass156,175 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    156,175 miles
    Test number
    908290723606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail156,172 miles (+1,446)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,172 miles
    Test number
    294750726088
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting back cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorSteering locking device missing drag link (2.1.3 (d))

  10. Pass154,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    154,726 miles
    Test number
    613329566146
    • AdvisoryFuel tank bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail154,726 miles (+8,987)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,726 miles
    Test number
    616761041909
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass145,739 miles (+9,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,739 miles
    Test number
    572577773752
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass136,737 miles (+9,514)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    136,737 miles
    Test number
    656980959661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    127,223 miles
    Test number
    622806082743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail127,223 miles (+13,966)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,223 miles
    Test number
    387665457726
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drop arm link (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOne half of number plate light not working
    • AdvisoryRear prop UJ slight play

  16. Pass113,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,257 miles
    Test number
    190945805957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,257 miles (+11,520)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,257 miles
    Test number
    356346263149
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Nearside and offside (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Too rear flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass101,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    101,737 miles
    Test number
    356959514483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,737 miles (+5,974)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,737 miles
    Test number
    319081214261
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel filter housing is corroded
    • NoteRear diff is slightly leaking oil

  20. Pass95,763 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    775788743217
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail95,761 miles (+6,583)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    776158743246
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail89,178 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    329680852429
    • Repaired at testNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust

  23. Pass89,178 miles (+7,067)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    795050052223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust

  24. Fail82,111 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    207136151268
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear pads
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play

  25. Pass82,111 miles (+7,470)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    628846451282
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear pads
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play

  26. Pass74,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    133137350273
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  27. Fail74,641 miles (+7,356)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    821087250223
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass67,285 miles (+8,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,285 miles
    Test number
    251667259254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  29. Pass59,091 miles (+8,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,091 miles
    Test number
    852969958258
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass50,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,915 miles
    Test number
    420591767289
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  31. Fail50,915 miles (+8,507)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,915 miles
    Test number
    971821667209
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  32. Pass42,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,408 miles
    Test number
    192863066269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NOL 54

What vehicle is registration NOL 54 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NOL 54 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Jun 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NOL 54 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NOL 54 is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on NOL 54?
The MOT on NOL 54 is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NOL 54 done?
NOL 54 was recorded at 163,303 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 6,232 miles a year.
Has NOL 54 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NOL 54 has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on NOL 54 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on NOL 54 find?
NOL 54 passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front fluid leak, but not excessive both swivel housings; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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