VU53WTN - LAND ROVER DEFENDER
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 2 months ago
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 27 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
27
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 03 February 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 183,405 mi
Expires: 09 February 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop rear U/J very slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Advisory Both front swivels weeping grease
- Advisory Underside of vehicle has been wax oiled so unable to fully evaluate condition
- Advisory Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering damper eyelet bush slight wear/play (2.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides perished and splitting (5.3.2 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected Servo vacuum pipe slightly chaffed (1.1.21 (a) (i))
Passed - 07 February 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 182,320 mi
Expires: 09 February 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Only 2 x front outer seats fitted at time of test
- Advisory Both swivel seals leaking oil
- Advisory Underside of vehicle has been undersealed making inspection of components difficult
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmissions (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- Advisory Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Axle end (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Advisory Steering component deformed but serviceable Steering damper bush worn (2.1.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Brake pedal has slightly more travel than expected
Failed - 07 February 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 182,320 mi
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Only 2 x front outer seats fitted at time of test
- Advisory Both swivel seals leaking oil
- Advisory Underside of vehicle has been undersealed making inspection of components difficult
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmissions (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- Advisory Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Axle end (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Advisory Steering component deformed but serviceable Steering damper bush worn (2.1.3 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Brake pedal has slightly more travel than expected
Passed - 07 February 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 179,786 mi
Expires: 09 February 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Headlamp lens slightly defective Both beam patterns only just acceptable for MOT test (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop rear U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Advisory Both swivels leaking
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear and OSF metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Perished and splitting (5.3.2 (c))
- Advisory Steering damper O/S bush worn
Passed - 10 February 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 176,705 mi
Expires: 09 February 2023
Failed - 10 February 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 176,705 mi
Passed - 16 December 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 170,713 mi
Expires: 15 December 2021
Passed - 11 December 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 160,292 mi
Expires: 10 December 2020
Passed - 30 November 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 149,469 mi
Expires: 07 December 2019
Passed - 08 December 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 135,340 mi
Expires: 07 December 2018
Passed - 02 December 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,913 mi
Expires: 01 December 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil residue around gearbox/transfer box
- Advisory BOTH REAR tyres perishing on walls & in tread
Failed - 26 November 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,913 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- Major Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Nearside front of side step (6.1.C.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear axle breather pipe split
- Advisory Oil residue around gearbox/transfer box
- Advisory Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory BOTH REAR tyres perishing on walls & in tread
Passed - 11 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 120,176 mi
Expires: 10 June 2017
Failed - 11 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 120,176 mi
Passed - 04 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,936 mi
Expires: 03 April 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Passed - 02 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 111,685 mi
Expires: 01 April 2015
Passed - 02 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,609 mi
Expires: 01 October 2013
Failed - 29 September 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,609 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Failed - 16 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 90,333 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Passed - 16 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 90,333 mi
Expires: 22 July 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Passed - 21 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,650 mi
Expires: 22 July 2011
Passed - 23 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,772 mi
Expires: 22 July 2010
Failed - 23 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,772 mi
Passed - 22 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,758 mi
Expires: 21 July 2009
Failed - 22 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,758 mi
Passed - 28 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,387 mi
Expires: 01 September 2008
Passed - 24 August 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,755 mi
Expires: 01 September 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for VU53WTN?
The MOT expires on 09 February 2026.
What is the tax status of VU53WTN?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2026.
What are the specifications of VU53WTN?
This is a 2003 LAND ROVER DEFENDER in Grey. It runs on Diesel with a 2495cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of VU53WTN?
This vehicle produces 299 g/km of CO2 emissions.