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BW03 LNM

2003 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

102,028 mi
Last recorded102,028 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 LNM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 102,028 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 101,097 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 100,418 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2022 100,418 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 96,759 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2021 96,759 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 94,256 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 90,545 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 84,541 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 81,855 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 77,059 miles

Emc light on

Offside Rear Slight brake bind

Fail 27 Aug 2016 77,059 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Emc light on

Offside Rear Slight brake bind

Pass 8 Sep 2015 72,393 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 66,568 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 59,932 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,172 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 47,277 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 44,818 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 40,390 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 34,330 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 30,361 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 25,967 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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BW03 LNM is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Silver 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 BW03 LNM, 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 BW03 LNM registered?

BW03 LNM is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is BW03 LNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 LNM 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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