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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

X3 XYXMOT history

X3 XYX is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 84,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

X3 XYX green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,381 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 XYX
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
24 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 XYX was last recorded at 84,381 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 1,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,515 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,866 miles
Average per year
3,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,381 miles
  • 2024 – 82,515 miles
  • 2023 – 81,325 miles
  • 2022 – 78,006 miles
  • 2021 – 75,576 miles
  • 2020 – 73,787 miles
  • 2019 – 69,413 miles
  • 2018 – 64,730 miles
  • 2017 – 59,118 miles
  • 2016 – 53,684 miles
  • 2015 – 48,266 miles
  • 2014 – 42,564 miles
  • 2013 – 37,328 miles
  • 2012 – 32,048 miles
  • 2011 – 26,456 miles
  • 2010 – 23,986 miles
  • 2009 – 21,814 miles
  • 2008 – 18,854 miles
  • 2007 – 14,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,381 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • N/s hub seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,381 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,381 miles
    Test number
    114182569883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,515 miles
    Test number
    520060191309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,515 miles (+1,190)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,515 miles
    Test number
    748012138594
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,325 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,325 miles
    Test number
    312171262553
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail81,325 miles (+3,319)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,325 miles
    Test number
    179155650199
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body crossmember x 2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass78,006 miles (+2,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    114349616962
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,576 miles (+1,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,576 miles
    Test number
    127136912169
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,787 miles (+4,374)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,787 miles
    Test number
    294851686058
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades slight tear, but cleans windscreen (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass69,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,413 miles
    Test number
    719820550780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,413 miles (+4,683)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,413 miles
    Test number
    826365345570
    • MajorExhaust system insecure exhaust hanger rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  11. Pass64,730 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,730 miles
    Test number
    250874315922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,675 miles (+5,557)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,675 miles
    Test number
    242134874016
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened disc excessively corroded inner face (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass59,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,118 miles
    Test number
    154738862109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,118 miles (+5,434)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,118 miles
    Test number
    617120169016
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass53,684 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,684 miles
    Test number
    433134999003
    • AdvisoryN/s hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s hub seal leaking
    • AdvisorySlight free play at steering idler

  16. Fail53,669 miles (+5,403)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,669 miles
    Test number
    459061030606
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryN/s hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s hub seal leaking
    • AdvisorySlight free play at steering idler

  17. Pass48,266 miles (+5,702)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    799788525044
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

  18. Pass42,564 miles (+5,236)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,564 miles
    Test number
    118479824413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,328 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,328 miles
    Test number
    538950833066
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail37,321 miles (+5,273)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    117989823008
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass32,048 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    409104032038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail32,047 miles (+5,591)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,047 miles
    Test number
    857553932005
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass26,456 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,456 miles
    Test number
    235903031004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,986 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,986 miles
    Test number
    464025830035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,814 miles (+2,960)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,814 miles
    Test number
    160665239484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,854 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,854 miles
    Test number
    872355638054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,505 miles
    Test number
    132302237425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 XYX

Does X3 XYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 XYX is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X3 XYX?
The MOT on X3 XYX is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 XYX done?
X3 XYX was recorded at 84,381 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 3,717 miles a year.
Has X3 XYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 XYX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X3 XYX 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 X3 XYX find?
X3 XYX passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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