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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

200 RODMOT history

200 ROD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 156,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

200 ROD blue 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 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
156,942 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
200 ROD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

200 ROD was last recorded at 156,942 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 1,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2015: 13,921 miles, lower than 131,970 miles on 2 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
155,355 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,587 miles
Average per year
2,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,942 miles
  • 2024 – 155,355 miles
  • 2023 – 154,371 miles
  • 2022 – 152,973 miles
  • 2021 – 151,784 miles
  • 2020 – 148,624 miles
  • 2019 – 146,134 miles
  • 2018 – 142,811 miles
  • 2017 – 140,091 miles
  • 2016 – 137,137 miles
  • 2015 – 133,978 miles
  • 2014 – 131,970 miles
  • 2013 – 129,766 miles
  • 2012 – 126,685 miles
  • 2011 – 123,621 miles
  • 2010 – 120,297 miles
  • 2009 – 116,724 miles
  • 2008 – 112,844 miles
  • 2007 – 108,237 miles
  • 2006 – 103,755 miles
  • 2005 – 98,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,942 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,942 miles (+1,587)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    156,942 miles
    Test number
    554191604779
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass155,355 miles (+984)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    155,355 miles
    Test number
    712405508020
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass154,371 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,371 miles
    Test number
    373889770846
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail154,371 miles (+1,398)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,371 miles
    Test number
    306048002799
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass152,973 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,973 miles
    Test number
    609645523956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail152,973 miles (+1,189)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,973 miles
    Test number
    236529781557
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass151,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    151,784 miles
    Test number
    573000154054
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both seat belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail151,781 miles (+3,157)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,781 miles
    Test number
    783581555076
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both seat belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass148,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    148,624 miles
    Test number
    860736007481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail148,624 miles (+2,490)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,624 miles
    Test number
    680256283284
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated lower edge of footwell (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass146,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,134 miles
    Test number
    762573595915
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front outer belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail146,134 miles (+3,323)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,134 miles
    Test number
    790788160462
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front outer belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass142,811 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,811 miles
    Test number
    748166663434
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail142,782 miles (+2,691)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,782 miles
    Test number
    147391612679
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush on axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass140,091 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,091 miles
    Test number
    940469716219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail140,089 miles (+2,952)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,089 miles
    Test number
    327194958015
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play Drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass137,137 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,137 miles
    Test number
    929149621025
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable track rod end clamp (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Fail137,122 miles (+3,144)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,122 miles
    Test number
    256116060388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSpare wheel insecure (6.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable track rod end clamp (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass133,978 miles (+120,057)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    238403275196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail13,921 miles (-118,049)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,921 miles
    Test number
    957208545193
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteLoose flakey corrosion throughout underside in poor condition

  21. Pass131,970 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    131,970 miles
    Test number
    407123254169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,766 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    129,766 miles
    Test number
    299443863424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass126,685 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    126,685 miles
    Test number
    907273342171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail126,679 miles (+3,058)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,679 miles
    Test number
    569162942145
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  25. Pass123,621 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    123,621 miles
    Test number
    378326441198
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes showing corrosion

  26. Fail123,607 miles (+3,310)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,607 miles
    Test number
    265036541495
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes showing corrosion

  27. Pass120,297 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    120,297 miles
    Test number
    582264550159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail120,287 miles (+3,563)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    242423050437
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  29. Pass116,724 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    116,724 miles
    Test number
    483498769266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass112,844 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    112,844 miles
    Test number
    523289588299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail112,838 miles (+4,601)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,838 miles
    Test number
    594438588215
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

  32. Pass108,237 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    108,237 miles
    Test number
    701955597264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass103,755 miles (+5,648)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    103,755 miles
    Test number
    863081496236
    • NoteLeak on centre exhaust section

  34. Pass98,107 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    98,107 miles
    Test number
    702991895217
    • NoteREAR METAL BRAKE PIPES SHOWING CORROSION

Questions about 200 ROD

What vehicle is registration 200 ROD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 200 ROD on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1994. 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 200 ROD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 200 ROD is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 200 ROD?
The MOT on 200 ROD is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 200 ROD done?
200 ROD was recorded at 156,942 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,923 miles a year.
Has 200 ROD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 200 ROD has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 200 ROD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 200 ROD find?
200 ROD passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footwell, and 4 more.

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