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BU03 PZL

2003 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,000 mi
Last recorded196,000 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 PZL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 196,000 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 193,160 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2023 189,994 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 184,546 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 178,833 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 174,492 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 168,963 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 163,158 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 146,021 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 135,486 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 110,921 miles

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 May 2014 98,823 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 98,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 86,479 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 75,879 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 69,645 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 69,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Aug 2009 56,789 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

o/s rear seat belt buckle missing

Pass 11 Aug 2009 56,789 miles

o/s rear seat belt buckle missing

Pass 17 Jul 2008 41,881 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 34,719 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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BU03 PZL is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU03 PZL, 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 BU03 PZL registered?

BU03 PZL is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BU03 PZL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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