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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1991 · 2,495 cc

442 BLGMOT history

442 BLG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jan 1991. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

442 BLG green 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,091 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
442 BLG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
16 Jan 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

442 BLG was last recorded at 101,091 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,091 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,091 miles
  • 2023 – 100,782 miles
  • 2022 – 100,670 miles
  • 2021 – 99,999 miles
  • 2019 – 99,750 miles
  • 2018 – 99,121 miles
  • 2017 – 99,105 miles
  • 2016 – 98,990 miles
  • 2015 – 98,692 miles
  • 2014 – 96,257 miles
  • 2012 – 92,641 miles
  • 2011 – 86,140 miles
  • 2010 – 78,064 miles
  • 2009 – 71,240 miles
  • 2007 – 70,179 miles
  • 2006 – 69,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,091 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth chassis legs slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear cross member slightly corroded

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 chassis leg corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside front track rod end dust cover slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear chassis legs slightly corroded near bump stops

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,091 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,091 miles
    Test number
    646330596167
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth chassis legs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member slightly corroded

  2. Fail101,091 miles (+309)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,091 miles
    Test number
    177927871252
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth chassis legs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember slightly corroded

  3. Pass100,782 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,782 miles
    Test number
    768058246800
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg corroding

  4. Fail100,782 miles (+112)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,782 miles
    Test number
    244723200857
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front track rod end dust cover slightly damaged

  5. Pass100,670 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,670 miles
    Test number
    147308354562
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs slightly corroded near bump stops
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front track rod end dust cover slightly damaged

  6. Fail100,670 miles (+671)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,670 miles
    Test number
    364849974345
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside chassis leg near rear trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside chassis leg near rear trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs slightly corroded near bump stops
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front track rod end dust cover slightly damaged

  7. Pass99,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    777909081914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,999 miles (+249)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,999 miles
    Test number
    723844513704
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,750 miles
    Test number
    335192728752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,750 miles (+629)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,750 miles
    Test number
    635084185253
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside front floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front chassis leg (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides of offside front chassis leg outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside of front axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear chassis leg near shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear chassis leg near shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top of nearside chassis leg near rear tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,121 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    279046638199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass99,105 miles (+115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,105 miles
    Test number
    598788133677
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass98,990 miles (+298)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,990 miles
    Test number
    135192751556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass98,692 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,692 miles
    Test number
    456345635032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail98,651 miles (+2,394)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,651 miles
    Test number
    288737725027
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  16. Pass96,257 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,257 miles
    Test number
    415811634014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail96,255 miles (+3,614)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,255 miles
    Test number
    905038224025
    • FailureElectrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass92,641 miles (+6,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,641 miles
    Test number
    797637442333
    • NoteVehicle has been partially waxoyled

  19. Pass86,140 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,140 miles
    Test number
    167897641395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail86,139 miles (+8,075)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,139 miles
    Test number
    369977041345
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass78,064 miles (+6,824)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,064 miles
    Test number
    192067740316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,240 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    914340159305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,179 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    701235827272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,607 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,607 miles
    Test number
    341677756169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,485 miles14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,485 miles
    Test number
    203883346436
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Questions about 442 BLG

What vehicle is registration 442 BLG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 442 BLG on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jan 1991. 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 442 BLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 442 BLG is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 442 BLG?
The MOT on 442 BLG is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 442 BLG done?
442 BLG was recorded at 101,091 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 1,600 miles a year.
Has 442 BLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 442 BLG has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 442 BLG 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 442 BLG find?
442 BLG passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; both chassis legs slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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