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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

28 MRMOT history

28 MR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

28 MR 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 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,551 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
28 MR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

28 MR was last recorded at 80,551 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 1,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,482 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,069 miles
Average per year
1,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,551 miles
  • 2025 – 79,482 miles
  • 2024 – 79,441 miles
  • 2022 – 79,130 miles
  • 2021 – 78,735 miles
  • 2020 – 78,521 miles
  • 2019 – 78,210 miles
  • 2018 – 77,337 miles
  • 2017 – 76,645 miles
  • 2016 – 75,955 miles
  • 2015 – 74,628 miles
  • 2014 – 70,909 miles
  • 2013 – 63,669 miles
  • 2011 – 56,680 miles
  • 2010 – 51,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,551 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,551 miles (+1,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    830313600972
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass79,482 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,482 miles
    Test number
    913580810506
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Fail79,441 miles (+311)11 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,441 miles
    Test number
    398009197822
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure Headlight bowls rusty & retaining rings crumbling (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Outriggers & marked area's rusty & holed both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mounting brackets on axle thin & very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Turret & spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Turret & spring mounting area badly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Cracked screen (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush splitting & out of mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mounting brackets on axle thin & very corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Bump stop mounts & general chassis condition (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Metal pipes on rear axle loose (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play Propshaft has excessive lift at transfer box (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Very poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump very rusty (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Pipe across front cross member (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft excessive backlash/worn drivetrain

  4. Pass79,130 miles (+395)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,130 miles
    Test number
    129450564129
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged View to rear ok (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis general condition rusty & poor
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust flange joint poor condition

  5. Pass78,735 miles (+214)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    531498030030
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass78,521 miles (+30)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,521 miles
    Test number
    157988500951
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail78,491 miles (+281)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,491 miles
    Test number
    281360346797
    • MajorRear Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear crossmember & chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,210 miles (+873)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,210 miles
    Test number
    527405450312
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty & poor

  9. Pass77,337 miles (+692)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,337 miles
    Test number
    505186291605
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass76,645 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,645 miles
    Test number
    671799812541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,955 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,955 miles
    Test number
    648732727121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,628 miles (+3,719)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,628 miles
    Test number
    607334129326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,909 miles (+1,802)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    457316754325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,107 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    667061834089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail69,104 miles (+5,435)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,104 miles
    Test number
    216429004000
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass63,669 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,669 miles
    Test number
    665344513058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail63,662 miles (+6,982)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,662 miles
    Test number
    798007203066
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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 Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass56,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    189173431300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,664 miles (+4,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,664 miles
    Test number
    517623431318
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass51,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,737 miles
    Test number
    721613060361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 28 MR

What vehicle is registration 28 MR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 28 MR on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Dec 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 28 MR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 28 MR is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 28 MR?
The MOT on 28 MR is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 28 MR done?
28 MR was recorded at 80,551 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,853 miles a year.
Has 28 MR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 28 MR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on 28 MR 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 28 MR find?
28 MR passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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