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CW03 LWX

2003 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

90,626 mi
Last recorded90,626 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Defender86,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 LWX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 90,626 miles

Areas of corrosion to the underside, not seriously weakened within prescribed areas.

Pass 7 Aug 2024 87,876 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 84,192 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 80,189 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive several general il weeps (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s on rear axle and rear end of front t rear line (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to peel on one corner (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general areas of underbody, frame and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

washer stalk damaged but still functions

Pass 31 Aug 2021 76,053 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 71,611 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 66,990 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 64,161 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 60,507 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 60,507 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 55,113 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 49,148 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 42,721 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 35,038 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,932 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 28,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 26,062 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 23,689 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 21,244 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 18,082 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 13,156 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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CW03 LWX is a 2003 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 CW03 LWX, 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 CW03 LWX registered?

CW03 LWX is a 2003 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is CW03 LWX safe to buy?

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