The road tax status for VU53 FRD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VU53 FRD?

The MOT for VU53 FRD is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of VU53 FRD?

The recorded mileage for VU53 FRD is 147,936 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VU53 FRD ULEZ compliant?

No, VU53 FRD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2004 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · VU53 FRD

VU53 FRD

2004 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31/12/2004. Recorded mileage 147,936 miles. MOT valid until 24/04/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 2004 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 24/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 147,936 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 147,936 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2492cc

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VU53 FRD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
147,936 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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VU53 FRD Mileage History

19/04/2024147,346 mi
26/04/2024147,354 mi+8 mi
26/03/2025147,474 mi+120 mi
31/03/2025147,478 mi+4 mi
21/04/2026147,936 mi+458 mi

Average of roughly 294 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VU53 FRD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Sept 2026, 02:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Land Rover Defender (VU53 FRD) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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