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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X441 LECMOT history

X441 LEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

X441 LEC red 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
168,633 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X441 LEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X441 LEC was last recorded at 168,633 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,114 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,519 miles
Average per year
4,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,633 miles
  • 2025 – 167,114 miles
  • 2024 – 165,335 miles
  • 2023 – 163,094 miles
  • 2022 – 160,378 miles
  • 2021 – 157,091 miles
  • 2020 – 155,181 miles
  • 2019 – 151,276 miles
  • 2018 – 147,931 miles
  • 2017 – 142,731 miles
  • 2016 – 139,615 miles
  • 2015 – 139,559 miles
  • 2014 – 134,690 miles
  • 2013 – 131,878 miles
  • 2012 – 130,646 miles
  • 2011 – 126,418 miles
  • 2010 – 126,102 miles
  • 2009 – 112,163 miles
  • 2008 – 101,278 miles
  • 2007 – 90,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,633 miles
  • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust flanges corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Bulkhead mount corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing dampRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front, outer (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, all front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, forward bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,633 miles (+1,519)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    168,633 miles
    Test number
    380639114537
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust flanges corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Bulkhead mount corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front, outer (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, all front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass167,114 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    167,114 miles
    Test number
    757131031015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail167,079 miles (+1,744)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,079 miles
    Test number
    855779087411
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm mount, on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Tubular outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan , brake valve area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Radius arm mount, outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension arm mount, O/S on crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, flexi's to calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass165,335 miles (+2,241)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    165,335 miles
    Test number
    700428952351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail near axle mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass163,094 miles (+2,716)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    163,094 miles
    Test number
    811142387065
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, flexi's to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, to flex's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing damp
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both outer (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass160,378 miles (+3,287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,378 miles
    Test number
    948091923683
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front, flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing damp
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both outer (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,091 miles (+1,910)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    157,091 miles
    Test number
    887229493817
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing moist
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,181 miles (+3,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    155,181 miles
    Test number
    222830761407
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front radius arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,276 miles (+3,345)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    151,276 miles
    Test number
    137346395436
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both outer (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arms, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,931 miles (+5,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    147,931 miles
    Test number
    588216782038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass142,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    142,731 miles
    Test number
    662224455448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Fail142,731 miles (+3,116)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,731 miles
    Test number
    853739069976
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber providing little damping effect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass139,615 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,615 miles
    Test number
    636324741554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight oil leak in Axle knuckle Joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight oil leak in Axle knuckle joint
    • AdvisorySlight steering box leak

  14. Fail139,559 miles (+4,869)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,559 miles
    Test number
    212912820867
    • DangerousStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both stop lights go off when head lights are switched on (1.2.1f)
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front steering arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both front (1.7.5a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

  15. Fail134,690 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,690 miles
    Test number
    265942834265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass134,690 miles (+2,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    134,690 miles
    Test number
    537902334262
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass131,878 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,878 miles
    Test number
    458590813209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSlight leak from both front swivel housings

  18. Fail131,878 miles (+1,232)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,878 miles
    Test number
    827035903290
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSlight leak from both front swivel housings

  19. Pass130,646 miles (+4,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,646 miles
    Test number
    516308902202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass126,418 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    126,418 miles
    Test number
    166797801069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass126,102 miles (+3,677)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    126,102 miles
    Test number
    173088000320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass122,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    122,425 miles
    Test number
    203941410075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail122,425 miles (+10,262)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,425 miles
    Test number
    891091410032
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass112,163 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    112,163 miles
    Test number
    921209809037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail111,864 miles (+10,586)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,864 miles
    Test number
    340496409085
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass101,278 miles (+10,674)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    844831718053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass90,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    90,604 miles
    Test number
    472662017016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,604 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,604 miles
    Test number
    912702217016
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about X441 LEC

Does X441 LEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X441 LEC is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X441 LEC?
The MOT on X441 LEC is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X441 LEC done?
X441 LEC was recorded at 168,633 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,005 miles a year.
Has X441 LEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X441 LEC has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on X441 LEC 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 X441 LEC find?
X441 LEC passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: centre and rear exhaust flanges corroded; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead mount corroded, and 6 more.

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