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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

2727 RHMOT history

2727 RH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

2727 RH 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 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
64,398 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2727 RH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2727 RH was last recorded at 64,398 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 3,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,263 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,135 miles
Average per year
2,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,398 miles
  • 2025 – 61,263 miles
  • 2023 – 58,772 miles
  • 2022 – 55,805 miles
  • 2021 – 53,477 miles
  • 2020 – 51,292 miles
  • 2019 – 49,121 miles
  • 2018 – 47,209 miles
  • 2017 – 41,904 miles
  • 2016 – 39,955 miles
  • 2015 – 36,922 miles
  • 2014 – 33,083 miles
  • 2013 – 29,724 miles
  • 2012 – 26,607 miles
  • 2011 – 23,784 miles
  • 2010 – 18,940 miles
  • 2009 – 14,666 miles
  • 2008 – 12,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,398 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,398 miles (+3,135)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    64,398 miles
    Test number
    297659394291
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass61,263 miles (+41)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    61,263 miles
    Test number
    335363392247
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail61,222 miles (+2,450)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,222 miles
    Test number
    535752287907
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Retaining pins loose (1.1.13 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass58,772 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    551878874713
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail58,772 miles (+2,967)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    629006693041
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass55,805 miles (+2,328)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,805 miles
    Test number
    765555179587
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear tre. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,477 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,477 miles
    Test number
    321866878081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear of axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,292 miles (+2,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    415094252183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass49,121 miles (+1,912)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,121 miles
    Test number
    159144121905
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tailgate slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass47,209 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,209 miles
    Test number
    652202650145
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTailgate slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail47,208 miles (+5,304)3 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,208 miles
    Test number
    490208333208
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle Top and bottom (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear Lens missing (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTailgate slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass41,904 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,904 miles
    Test number
    662997354786
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Bush slightly worn (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tailgate secure but not fully closed on offside rear catch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail41,904 miles (+1,949)3 failures1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,904 miles
    Test number
    681373231275
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Bush slightly worn (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished and splitting but not o cord
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tailgate secure but not fully closed on offside rear catch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass39,955 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,955 miles
    Test number
    697287537543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,922 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    887792545188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail36,919 miles (+3,836)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,919 miles
    Test number
    219160845415
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear mudflap bracket insecure

  17. Fail33,083 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,083 miles
    Test number
    516588944194
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass33,083 miles (+3,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,083 miles
    Test number
    567328644197
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass29,724 miles (+3,117)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,724 miles
    Test number
    699309543134
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass26,607 miles (+2,823)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,607 miles
    Test number
    107265142167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,784 miles
    Test number
    496091051173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,784 miles (+4,844)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,784 miles
    Test number
    496321051131
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass18,940 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    18,940 miles
    Test number
    663959330181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,666 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    14,666 miles
    Test number
    201187649417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,030 miles
    Test number
    262470958436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2727 RH

What vehicle is registration 2727 RH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2727 RH on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2005. 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 2727 RH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2727 RH is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2727 RH?
The MOT on 2727 RH is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2727 RH done?
2727 RH was recorded at 64,398 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,871 miles a year.
Has 2727 RH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2727 RH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on 2727 RH 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 2727 RH find?
2727 RH passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front lower axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 6 more.

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