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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

27 SRCMOT history

27 SRC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 71,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

27 SRC 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 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,008 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
27 SRC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

27 SRC was last recorded at 71,008 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 1,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,106 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,902 miles
Average per year
2,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,008 miles
  • 2024 – 69,106 miles
  • 2023 – 67,697 miles
  • 2022 – 65,985 miles
  • 2021 – 62,885 miles
  • 2020 – 62,297 miles
  • 2019 – 58,494 miles
  • 2018 – 54,106 miles
  • 2017 – 50,589 miles
  • 2016 – 47,291 miles
  • 2015 – 43,864 miles
  • 2014 – 40,512 miles
  • 2013 – 36,798 miles
  • 2012 – 35,761 miles
  • 2011 – 30,329 miles
  • 2010 – 27,129 miles
  • 2009 – 22,536 miles
  • 2008 – 18,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,008 miles

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.

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,008 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,008 miles
    Test number
    323009064681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,106 miles (+1,409)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,106 miles
    Test number
    136655802349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,697 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,697 miles
    Test number
    747490421989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail67,671 miles (+1,686)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    247192816587
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  5. Pass65,985 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,985 miles
    Test number
    558978664671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail65,981 miles (+3,096)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    204516711449
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases on engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass62,885 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,885 miles
    Test number
    661049999005
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail62,881 miles (+584)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,881 miles
    Test number
    803756351770
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,297 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,297 miles
    Test number
    766747099234
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail62,297 miles (+3,803)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,297 miles
    Test number
    653256540886
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torque reaction arm ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass58,494 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,494 miles
    Test number
    403779019019
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail58,494 miles (+4,388)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,494 miles
    Test number
    700747838208
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier fractured (6.1.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass54,106 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,106 miles
    Test number
    912506591035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  14. Fail54,106 miles (+3,517)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,106 miles
    Test number
    651581164661
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  15. Pass50,589 miles (+63)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,589 miles
    Test number
    434977071396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail50,526 miles (+3,235)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,526 miles
    Test number
    422127838883
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass47,291 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    691878277920
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail47,289 miles (+3,425)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,289 miles
    Test number
    907839081223
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion nearside step/side rail (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass43,864 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    125819272023
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail43,863 miles (+3,351)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,863 miles
    Test number
    422851476133
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass40,512 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    986767044294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight cuts in tyres
    • NoteSome rear brake imbalance

  22. Fail40,512 miles (+3,714)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    495376444235
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight cuts in tyres
    • NoteSome rear brake imbalance

  23. Pass36,798 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,798 miles
    Test number
    717799853176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,761 miles (+5,432)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,761 miles
    Test number
    547443252121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,329 miles (+3,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,329 miles
    Test number
    668736341132
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass27,129 miles (+4,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,129 miles
    Test number
    153127340176
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass22,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,536 miles
    Test number
    783433359166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail22,535 miles (+4,155)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,535 miles
    Test number
    542273959172
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  29. Pass18,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,380 miles
    Test number
    533551658113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 27 SRC

What vehicle is registration 27 SRC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 27 SRC on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Jun 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 27 SRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 27 SRC is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 27 SRC?
The MOT on 27 SRC is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 27 SRC done?
27 SRC was recorded at 71,008 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 2,996 miles a year.
Has 27 SRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 27 SRC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on 27 SRC 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 27 SRC find?
27 SRC passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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