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BD03 WPE

2003 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,910 mi
Last recorded112,910 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 WPE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 112,910 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 111,305 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 110,598 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 110,009 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 109,956 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 109,932 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 109,932 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 106,380 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 97,586 miles

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

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 97,490 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Central Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe onto flexi rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 89,203 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 81,798 miles

Surface rust starting metal break pipe to rear flex hose

Fail 27 Feb 2017 81,798 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Surface rust starting metal break pipe to rear flex hose

Pass 7 Mar 2016 752,230 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 73,957 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 73,957 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 70,020 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 70,015 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 65,848 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 65,848 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 61,039 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 57,704 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 57,704 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 47,270 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 37,927 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 30,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 22,279 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 14,093 miles

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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BD03 WPE is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD03 WPE, 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 BD03 WPE registered?

BD03 WPE is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BD03 WPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 WPE shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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