Genuine Land Rover Defender Spare Tire Cover – Ceres Silver – VPLEW0143

Protect your Defender's rear-mounted spare tire while adding distinctive factory styling with the Genuine Land Rover Defender Spare Tire Cover – Ceres Silver – VPLEW0143.

Designed specifically for the Land Rover Defender, this Genuine OEM spare wheel cover features a molded black painted face with a Ceres Silver Satin insert embossed with the distinctive Defender logo.

In addition to enhancing the appearance of the rear-mounted spare, the cover helps protect the tire from mud, dirt and everyday road debris. An integrated drainage hole allows trapped moisture to escape, while an elasticated self-adjusting band provides a smooth, secure fit around the tire.

Features

• Genuine Land Rover OEM accessory
• Part Number: VPLEW0143
• Current Land Rover Ceres Silver application: VPLEW0156
• Ceres Silver Satin center insert
• Molded black painted face
• Embossed Land Rover Defender logo
• Fits Defender wheels from 18" to 22"
• Helps protect the rear spare from mud and dirt
• Integrated moisture drainage hole
• Elasticated self-adjusting retaining band
• Easy installation
• Factory-designed appearance
• Genuine Land Rover fit, finish and quality

Your existing VPLEW0143 listing confirms the Ceres Silver construction and 18–22-inch wheel fitment, while Land Rover currently catalogs the Ceres Silver cover as VPLEW0156.

Defender Fitment

Designed for applicable:

• Land Rover Defender 90
• Land Rover Defender 110
• Land Rover Defender 130
• 18-inch through 22-inch wheels

Land Rover currently lists the Ceres Silver VPLEW0156 cover for Defender 90, 110 and 130 applications and specifies 18–22-inch wheel compatibility. It is not available for Defender OCTA.

Important Spare Wheel Lock Information

The standard Ceres Silver spare wheel cover is not directly compatible with the Genuine Land Rover Spare Wheel Lock.

Land Rover notes that the spare wheel cover requires modification if it is to be used with the spare wheel lock.

If your Defender is equipped with a spare wheel lock, verify compatibility before ordering.

Gloss Black or Ceres Silver?

Choose the Genuine Defender spare wheel cover that best matches your vehicle:

Ceres Silver Spare Tire Cover – VPLEW0143:
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Gloss Black Spare Tire Cover – VPLEW0157:
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The Ceres Silver version provides a contrasting Satin Silver center insert, while VPLEW0157 Gloss Black provides a darker, more aggressive appearance.

Both retain the distinctive Defender-branded OEM appearance.

Protect Your Defender's Rear-Mounted Spare

The Defender's exposed rear-mounted spare is constantly subjected to dirt, mud, moisture and road debris.

The Genuine Defender spare tire cover provides an additional protective layer while retaining one of the vehicle's most recognizable styling features.

It's an excellent exterior upgrade for Defender owners looking for:

• Genuine OEM styling
• Spare tire protection
• A cleaner rear appearance
• Defender branding
• Factory-designed fitment
• Ceres Silver exterior accents

Designed for 18"–22" Defender Wheels

Land Rover specifies the current Ceres Silver spare wheel cover for Defender wheels ranging from 18 inches through 22 inches.

This broad compatibility allows the same Genuine Defender accessory to work with numerous factory wheel configurations.

Easy OEM Installation

The elasticated self-adjusting band allows the cover to fit smoothly around the Defender's rear-mounted spare tire without a complicated external mounting system.

The molded face sits over the spare wheel while the flexible outer portion wraps securely around the tire.

The result is a clean, factory-designed appearance that complements the Defender's rear styling.

Genuine OEM vs. Universal Defender Tire Covers

Unlike a generic universal tire cover, the Genuine Defender spare wheel cover was designed specifically as a Land Rover accessory.

Choosing the Genuine OEM cover provides:

• Defender-specific styling
• Genuine Defender branding
• Ceres Silver factory finish
• Self-adjusting installation
• Integrated moisture drainage
• Factory-quality appearance
• Genuine Land Rover construction

For owners searching for a Defender 90 spare tire cover, Defender 110 spare tire cover, Defender 130 spare tire cover, or OEM Defender spare wheel cover, the Ceres Silver version provides a factory-designed solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VPLEW0143?
VPLEW0143 is a Genuine Land Rover Defender Ceres Silver spare tire/spare wheel cover. Your current product listing identifies it as the silver Defender spare tire cover.

What is the current Ceres Silver Defender spare wheel cover part number?
Land Rover's current accessory catalog identifies the Ceres Silver spare wheel cover as VPLEW0156.

Does the silver Defender spare tire cover fit the Defender 90?
Yes. Land Rover currently catalogs the Ceres Silver cover for Defender 90 applications.

Does it fit the Defender 110?
Yes. Land Rover catalogs VPLEW0156 for Defender 110 applications.

Does it fit the Defender 130?
Yes. Land Rover also catalogs the Ceres Silver cover for Defender 130 applications.

What wheel sizes does it fit?
Land Rover specifies compatibility with 18-inch through 22-inch wheels.

Does it fit Defender OCTA?
No. Land Rover currently states that the Ceres Silver spare wheel cover is not available for OCTA.

Can I use it with a spare wheel lock?
Not without modification. Land Rover states that the cover requires modification to be compatible with the spare wheel lock.

Do you also sell the black Defender spare tire cover?
Yes. The Genuine Defender Gloss Black Spare Tire Cover is VPLEW0157.

Shop Defender Gloss Black Spare Tire Cover – VPLEW0157

Is this a Genuine Land Rover accessory?
Yes. This is a Genuine Land Rover Defender spare wheel cover designed to provide factory-style protection and appearance.

Protect and personalize your Defender with the Genuine Land Rover Defender Ceres Silver Spare Tire Cover – VPLEW0143, combining OEM styling, spare-wheel protection and distinctive Defender branding.