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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

X2 FDBMOT history

X2 FDB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 213,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

X2 FDB 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 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
213,844 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 FDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 FDB was last recorded at 213,844 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 1,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,804 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,040 miles
Average per year
8,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,844 miles
  • 2025 – 212,804 miles
  • 2024 – 211,133 miles
  • 2023 – 211,125 miles
  • 2021 – 207,601 miles
  • 2020 – 202,872 miles
  • 2019 – 197,651 miles
  • 2018 – 189,731 miles
  • 2017 – 177,875 miles
  • 2016 – 166,628 miles
  • 2015 – 153,949 miles
  • 2014 – 145,096 miles
  • 2013 – 137,624 miles
  • 2012 – 125,977 miles
  • 2011 – 112,375 miles
  • 2010 – 98,222 miles
  • 2009 – 89,597 miles
  • 2008 – 76,216 miles
  • 2007 – 63,835 miles
  • 2006 – 47,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,844 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Both front spheres (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Extensive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear body mount cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,844 miles (+1,040)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    213,844 miles
    Test number
    323966874293
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Both front spheres (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Extensive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass212,804 miles (+29)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    212,804 miles
    Test number
    380337812146
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body mount cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively whole towbar (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail212,775 miles (+1,642)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,775 miles
    Test number
    885050851080
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body mount cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively whole towbar (6.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass211,133 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    211,133 miles
    Test number
    908614255309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail211,125 miles (+2,008)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,125 miles
    Test number
    608712492801
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass209,117 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    209,117 miles
    Test number
    797110746800
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail209,117 miles (+1,516)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,117 miles
    Test number
    725137912445
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass207,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    207,601 miles
    Test number
    837896678792
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail207,601 miles (+4,729)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,601 miles
    Test number
    224671796923
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass202,872 miles (+31)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    202,872 miles
    Test number
    442211972369
    • AdvisoryAll tyre outer walls cracked and perishing.
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts frayed at bottom.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel housing seal slightly leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle casing missing.
    • AdvisoryRear tie bar bushes chassis end starting to crack.

  11. Fail202,841 miles (+5,190)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,841 miles
    Test number
    211528900732
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll outer tyre walls cracked and perishing.
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts frayed at bottom.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal slightly leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle casing missing.
    • AdvisoryRear link bar bushes chassis end starting to crack.

  12. Pass197,651 miles (+7,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    197,651 miles
    Test number
    514636407804
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass189,731 miles (+11,856)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    189,731 miles
    Test number
    369388968321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass177,875 miles (+11,247)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    177,875 miles
    Test number
    959085642226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass166,628 miles (+12,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    166,628 miles
    Test number
    849165176005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass153,949 miles (+8,853)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    153,949 miles
    Test number
    688244025270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,096 miles (+7,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    145,096 miles
    Test number
    628280074151
    • AdvisoryCentre Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  18. Pass137,624 miles (+11,647)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    137,624 miles
    Test number
    838449383107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass125,977 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    125,977 miles
    Test number
    405539712204
    • NoteOil leak from n/s/f swivel housing

  20. Fail125,966 miles (+13,591)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,966 miles
    Test number
    675876712212
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak from n/s/f swivel housing

  21. Pass112,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,375 miles
    Test number
    538039401290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,375 miles (+14,153)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,375 miles
    Test number
    356208201423
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  23. Pass98,222 miles (+8,625)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,222 miles
    Test number
    230350290440
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working
    • NoteN/s/f and both rear tyres side wall perished

  24. Pass89,597 miles (+13,381)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    89,597 miles
    Test number
    250177249258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,216 miles (+12,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,216 miles
    Test number
    334382288489
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass63,835 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,835 miles
    Test number
    452003987293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,333 miles (+15,322)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    62,333 miles
    Test number
    461255237263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    783632146253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X2 FDB

Does X2 FDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 FDB is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 FDB?
The MOT on X2 FDB is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 FDB done?
X2 FDB was recorded at 213,844 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,599 miles a year.
Has X2 FDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 FDB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X2 FDB 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 X2 FDB find?
X2 FDB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive both front spheres; front coil spring corroded both sides; oil leak, but not excessive extensive engine oil leak, and 1 more.

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