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BF53 USY

2003 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 USY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 99,999 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front side lamp slightly dim

Nearside Front swivel seal leaking

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front side lamp slightly dim

Offside Front swivel seal leaking

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 99,999 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front side lamp slightly dim

Nearside Front swivel seal leaking

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front side lamp slightly dim

Offside Front swivel seal leaking

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 98,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/85r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/85r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 98,577 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/85r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/85r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 97,794 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 97,327 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 97,327 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2022 96,806 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 95,278 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 94,784 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 92,451 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 87,995 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 82,197 miles

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Pass 14 Jan 2016 80,564 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 78,357 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 75,652 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 75,651 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 71,073 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 68,774 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 62,823 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 58,403 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 58,403 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 55,133 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 45,223 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 36,507 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 27,991 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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BF53 USY is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 BF53 USY, 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 BF53 USY registered?

BF53 USY is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is BF53 USY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 USY shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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