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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1996 · 2,494 cc

145 STMOT history

145 ST is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 150,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

145 ST black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
150,928 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
145 ST
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

145 ST was last recorded at 150,928 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,389 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
539 miles
Average per year
4,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,928 miles
  • 2025 – 150,389 miles
  • 2024 – 148,596 miles
  • 2023 – 146,031 miles
  • 2022 – 140,162 miles
  • 2021 – 133,938 miles
  • 2020 – 129,812 miles
  • 2019 – 129,442 miles
  • 2018 – 126,717 miles
  • 2017 – 121,422 miles
  • 2015 – 109,244 miles
  • 2014 – 95,579 miles
  • 2012 – 87,277 miles
  • 2011 – 85,383 miles
  • 2010 – 83,196 miles
  • 2009 – 81,561 miles
  • 2008 – 77,535 miles
  • 2007 – 75,617 miles
  • 2006 – 69,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,928 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,928 miles (+539)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    150,928 miles
    Test number
    672933466420
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,389 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,389 miles
    Test number
    965214439007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,596 miles (+747)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,596 miles
    Test number
    530638781331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,849 miles (+1,818)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,849 miles
    Test number
    351206994788
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,031 miles (+5,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,031 miles
    Test number
    982577457035
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box.
    • AdvisoryStone chips to windscreen.

  6. Pass140,162 miles (+6,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    140,162 miles
    Test number
    426480505763
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box
    • AdvisoryVarious small stone chips in windscreen

  7. Pass133,938 miles (+4,126)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,938 miles
    Test number
    592239070629
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in windsreen

  8. Pass129,812 miles (+370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    129,812 miles
    Test number
    377098359469
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail129,442 miles (+2,725)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,442 miles
    Test number
    604341622800
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass126,717 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    126,717 miles
    Test number
    237972036542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,707 miles (+5,285)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,707 miles
    Test number
    535334734038
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective servo not operating correctly (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass121,422 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    495090978126
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes damp
    • AdvisorySteering arm ball joints have play

  13. Fail121,422 miles (+12,178)14 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    634553711513
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes damp
    • AdvisorySteering arm ball joints have play

  14. Pass109,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,244 miles
    Test number
    910301368708
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail109,244 miles (+13,665)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,244 miles
    Test number
    278494480600
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt idler arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured fuel cap panel (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured by ladder (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass95,579 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,579 miles
    Test number
    615309344175
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteArea around fuel pump damp but no leak found at time of test
    • NoteChip to windscreen
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail95,579 miles (+8,302)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,579 miles
    Test number
    886349144153
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteArea around fuel pump damp but no leak found at time of test
    • NoteChip to windscreen
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass87,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    506814702319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail87,277 miles (+91)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    569834602319
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureSteering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s wiper in poor condition
    • NoteSteering damper bushes in poor condition

  20. Fail87,186 miles (+1,803)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    445123592238
    • FailureFront Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  21. Pass85,383 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,383 miles
    Test number
    166121301337
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop insecure

  22. Fail85,383 miles (+2,187)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,383 miles
    Test number
    247721101337
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop insecure

  23. Pass83,196 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,196 miles
    Test number
    672789890233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,561 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    583063809396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,535 miles (+1,918)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    351689038290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,617 miles (+182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,617 miles
    Test number
    614467627214
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Fail75,435 miles (+6,152)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,435 miles
    Test number
    751028287198
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass69,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,283 miles
    Test number
    732226896128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 145 ST

What vehicle is registration 145 ST currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 145 ST on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 145 ST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 145 ST is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 145 ST?
The MOT on 145 ST is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 145 ST done?
145 ST was recorded at 150,928 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 4,079 miles a year.
Has 145 ST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 145 ST has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on 145 ST ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 145 ST find?
145 ST passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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