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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,492 cc

22 VXKMOT history

22 VXK is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

22 VXK silver 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 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,705 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
22 VXK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

22 VXK was last recorded at 75,705 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,714 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,991 miles
Average per year
3,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,705 miles
  • 2025 – 72,714 miles
  • 2024 – 70,204 miles
  • 2023 – 68,512 miles
  • 2022 – 66,532 miles
  • 2021 – 63,640 miles
  • 2020 – 61,171 miles
  • 2019 – 58,588 miles
  • 2018 – 55,192 miles
  • 2017 – 51,101 miles
  • 2016 – 46,976 miles
  • 2015 – 41,143 miles
  • 2014 – 32,837 miles
  • 2013 – 29,603 miles
  • 2011 – 24,801 miles
  • 2010 – 19,344 miles
  • 2008 – 10,427 miles
  • 2007 – 9,327 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,705 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,705 miles
    Test number
    865878143398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,705 miles (+2,991)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,705 miles
    Test number
    633781350260
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass72,714 miles (+2,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,714 miles
    Test number
    609660785812
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Tubular section. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass70,204 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,204 miles
    Test number
    353933506135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Tubular section. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail70,204 miles (+1,692)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,204 miles
    Test number
    623025950282
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A-frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Tubular section. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,512 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,512 miles
    Test number
    528610853604
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A-frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail68,512 miles (+1,980)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,512 miles
    Test number
    641336113914
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass66,532 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,532 miles
    Test number
    440312539621
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A-frame. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail66,532 miles (+2,892)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,532 miles
    Test number
    136209613405
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A-frame. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass63,640 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,640 miles
    Test number
    189685482478
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail63,640 miles (+2,469)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,640 miles
    Test number
    778607449819
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,171 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,171 miles
    Test number
    967592969640
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail61,171 miles (+2,583)1 dangerous1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,171 miles
    Test number
    701156686156
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass58,588 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    647040061718
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail58,588 miles (+3,396)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    537991612935
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel pressure regulator (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass55,192 miles (+4,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,192 miles
    Test number
    749136742371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  17. Pass51,101 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,101 miles
    Test number
    516170173447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail51,101 miles (+4,125)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,101 miles
    Test number
    185582612749
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass46,976 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    676895961278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,143 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,143 miles
    Test number
    858097585117
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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. Pass41,143 miles (+8,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,143 miles
    Test number
    916727085113
    • 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)

  22. Pass32,837 miles (+3,234)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,837 miles
    Test number
    206539884421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,603 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    165800333096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    24,801 miles
    Test number
    797530841349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,759 miles (+5,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,759 miles
    Test number
    325910741398
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  26. Pass19,344 miles (+8,502)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    872147440351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,842 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    10,842 miles
    Test number
    573196900015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,427 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    10,427 miles
    Test number
    384846148385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    9,327 miles
    Test number
    542557777252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 22 VXK

What vehicle is registration 22 VXK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 22 VXK on a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 2004. 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 22 VXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 22 VXK is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 22 VXK?
The MOT on 22 VXK is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 22 VXK done?
22 VXK was recorded at 75,705 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 3,503 miles a year.
Has 22 VXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 22 VXK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 22 VXK 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 22 VXK find?
22 VXK passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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