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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

2 PVCMOT history

2 PVC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

2 PVC grey 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,093 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2 PVC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2 PVC was last recorded at 112,093 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,090 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,093 miles
  • 2025 – 104,346 miles
  • 2024 – 97,163 miles
  • 2023 – 92,257 miles
  • 2022 – 88,402 miles
  • 2021 – 87,252 miles
  • 2020 – 84,406 miles
  • 2018 – 73,830 miles
  • 2017 – 66,686 miles
  • 2016 – 60,112 miles
  • 2015 – 50,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,093 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,093 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,093 miles
    Test number
    549254956722
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail112,090 miles (+7,744)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,090 miles
    Test number
    903177573376
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass104,346 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,346 miles
    Test number
    269418484903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,345 miles (+7,182)3 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,345 miles
    Test number
    205882558029
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted retaining pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak front (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure exhaust detached from downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission differential oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,163 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,163 miles
    Test number
    488955059043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail97,161 miles (+4,904)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,161 miles
    Test number
    579144925909
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass92,257 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,257 miles
    Test number
    902699324778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,243 miles (+3,841)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,243 miles
    Test number
    811162132698
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play from steering box to linkage (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage damper bushes worn

  9. Pass88,402 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,402 miles
    Test number
    862331313273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail88,402 miles (+1,150)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,402 miles
    Test number
    244357588059
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    309592053640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Fail87,252 miles (+2,846)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    363070557680
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass84,406 miles (+10,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,406 miles
    Test number
    274206632200
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass73,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    892293488809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,830 miles (+7,144)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    256105873412
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  16. Pass66,686 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    957806093205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,112 miles (+9,287)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,112 miles
    Test number
    798166852031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    948317612979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2 PVC

What vehicle is registration 2 PVC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2 PVC on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 2012. 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 2 PVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2 PVC is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2 PVC?
The MOT on 2 PVC is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2 PVC done?
2 PVC was recorded at 112,093 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,713 miles a year.
Has 2 PVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2 PVC has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 2 PVC 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 2 PVC find?
2 PVC passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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