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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,495 cc

222 FDXMOT history

222 FDX is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 69,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

222 FDX 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
69,973 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
222 FDX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

222 FDX was last recorded at 69,973 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 3,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,711 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,262 miles
Average per year
2,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,973 miles
  • 2024 – 66,711 miles
  • 2023 – 61,089 miles
  • 2022 – 57,629 miles
  • 2021 – 55,595 miles
  • 2020 – 55,168 miles
  • 2019 – 54,358 miles
  • 2018 – 53,696 miles
  • 2017 – 51,566 miles
  • 2016 – 50,486 miles
  • 2015 – 49,106 miles
  • 2014 – 47,371 miles
  • 2012 – 43,639 miles
  • 2011 – 30,848 miles
  • 2010 – 22,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,973 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear REAR Step slight movement
  • AdvisoryChassis has corrosion front to back

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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,973 miles (+3,262)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    69,973 miles
    Test number
    753159500489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR Step slight movement
    • AdvisoryChassis has corrosion front to back

  2. Pass66,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    579858009104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail66,711 miles (+2,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    977492958367
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,096 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,096 miles
    Test number
    285248251632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail64,064 miles (+2,975)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,064 miles
    Test number
    106799066860
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass61,089 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,089 miles
    Test number
    335761724776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,053 miles (+3,424)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,053 miles
    Test number
    129366315916
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass57,629 miles (+2,034)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    57,629 miles
    Test number
    793945021961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass55,595 miles (+427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    55,595 miles
    Test number
    811085072556
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,168 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,168 miles
    Test number
    793135809135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,166 miles (+808)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    731957035950
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel hose insecure at filler neck (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,358 miles (+662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,358 miles
    Test number
    121683026203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass53,696 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,696 miles
    Test number
    462269196728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,692 miles (+2,126)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,692 miles
    Test number
    195975477383
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass51,566 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,566 miles
    Test number
    478340950109
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering ball seals leaking

  16. Fail51,560 miles (+1,074)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,560 miles
    Test number
    165380226584
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering ball seals leaking

  17. Pass50,486 miles (+1,380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    613669634682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished

  18. Pass49,106 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,106 miles
    Test number
    469340345019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished

  19. Fail49,102 miles (+1,731)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,102 miles
    Test number
    116080145460
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished

  20. Pass47,371 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    786836554004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Fail47,367 miles (+3,728)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,367 miles
    Test number
    888465154034
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass43,639 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,639 miles
    Test number
    738843742372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,119 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,119 miles
    Test number
    385151942042
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail41,118 miles (+10,270)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,118 miles
    Test number
    169260842417
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass30,848 miles (+8,594)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,848 miles
    Test number
    718553831038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,254 miles
    Test number
    882332730057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 222 FDX

What vehicle is registration 222 FDX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 222 FDX on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jan 2007. 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 222 FDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 222 FDX is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 222 FDX?
The MOT on 222 FDX is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 222 FDX done?
222 FDX was recorded at 69,973 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 2,985 miles a year.
Has 222 FDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 222 FDX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on 222 FDX 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 222 FDX find?
222 FDX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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