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BT03 LWP

2003 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

139,990 mi
Last recorded139,990 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 LWP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 139,990 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 139,970 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings missing (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings missing (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 136,010 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 136,001 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 131,014 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 127,675 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 123,237 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 119,933 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 116,700 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 113,307 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2018 113,307 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 109,808 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 106,501 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 103,367 miles

slight oil leaks

Pass 26 Nov 2014 99,501 miles

DRIVERS SIDE FRONT SEATBELT SLIGHT DAMAGE.

NEARSIDE FRONT SWIVEL ASSEMBLY LEAKING OIL SLIGHTLY.

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR LINKS SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

PLAY DETECTED AT STEERING WHEEL.

REAR AXLE LEAKING OIL.

SLIGHT CRACKING AT REAR TYRES.

Fail 24 Nov 2014 99,494 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

DRIVERS SIDE FRONT SEATBELT SLIGHT DAMAGE.

NEARSIDE FRONT SWIVEL ASSEMBLY LEAKING OIL SLIGHTLY.

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR LINKS SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE DISCS PITTED.

PLAY DETECTED AT STEERING WHEEL.

REAR AXLE LEAKING OIL.

SLIGHT CRACKING AT REAR TYRES.

Pass 19 Nov 2013 92,627 miles

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Oil leak around rear axle

Slight damage and cuts at o/s/f seat belt

Slight oil leak around nearside front swivel hub assembly

Fail 12 Nov 2013 92,619 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Both front indicators slightly discoloured

Oil leak around rear axle

Slight damage and cuts at o/s/f seat belt

Slight oil leak around nearside front swivel hub assembly

Pass 27 Nov 2012 87,668 miles

Offside Front Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 83,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 83,672 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 75,286 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 75,284 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

wiper and light switches insucure

Pass 3 Sep 2009 65,795 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 60,127 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 2,495 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 38,772 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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BT03 LWP is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BT03 LWP, 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 BT03 LWP registered?

BT03 LWP is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is BT03 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 LWP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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