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AX03 YFV

2003 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

110,156 mi
Last recorded110,156 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 YFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 110,156 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 109,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 108,148 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering damper bushes worn.

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 107,093 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 105,184 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 May 2021 105,184 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 103,817 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'a' frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 103,817 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'a' frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing 'c' spanner (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Steering linkage deformed steering damper bush worn (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 101,177 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 97,301 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 93,491 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 92,435 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 90,343 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 86,206 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 84,304 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 72,539 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 60,619 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 49,095 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,374 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 26,276 miles

Front wiper blades smeary.

Damage to front windscreen.

Pass 14 Aug 2006 21,862 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 21,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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AX03 YFV is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 86,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX03 YFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 23 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX03 YFV registered?

AX03 YFV is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is AX03 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 YFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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