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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

485 MDVMOT history

485 MDV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

485 MDV blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2025
Mileage
152,603 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
485 MDV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

485 MDV was last recorded at 152,603 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 5,550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,053 miles · 20 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,550 miles
Average per year
6,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 152,603 miles
  • 2021 – 143,721 miles
  • 2020 – 138,189 miles
  • 2019 – 128,075 miles
  • 2017 – 123,756 miles
  • 2016 – 123,338 miles
  • 2015 – 118,645 miles
  • 2014 – 112,444 miles
  • 2013 – 106,808 miles
  • 2012 – 102,087 miles
  • 2011 – 93,015 miles
  • 2010 – 83,121 miles
  • 2009 – 72,198 miles
  • 2008 – 61,702 miles
  • 2007 – 51,775 miles
  • 2006 – 43,793 miles
  • 2005 – 34,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (ALL) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Centre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Oil leak from engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,603 miles
    Test number
    695495342702
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (ALL) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail152,603 miles (+5,550)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,603 miles
    Test number
    230360592631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (ALL) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass147,053 miles (+3,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    147,053 miles
    Test number
    913755522843
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear axle top joint
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  4. Pass143,721 miles (+5,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,721 miles
    Test number
    711399588742
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle top ball joint

  5. Pass138,189 miles (+10,114)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,189 miles
    Test number
    404689392991
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,075 miles (+4,319)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,075 miles
    Test number
    915592675612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,756 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,756 miles
    Test number
    636041795050
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shockers weak
    • AdvisoryFront shocker lower bushes worn o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryO/s drag link end repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryRear no plate poor
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor

  8. Fail123,756 miles (+418)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,756 miles
    Test number
    194587743109
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryCrack in o/s headlamp
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end repaired with sealer
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s lower shock absorber bushes worn
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s metal brake pipes across rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s drag link end rubber boot repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryO/s steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f metal brake pipes on calipers corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor

  9. Pass123,338 miles (+4,693)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    123,338 miles
    Test number
    374371441305
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end cover repaired with sealer
    • AdvisoryO/s drag link end cover secured with tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f top and bottom swivel joints
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/f wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryScreen washers slow to build up pressure

  10. Pass118,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,645 miles
    Test number
    916376875125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,645 miles (+6,201)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,645 miles
    Test number
    215055075406
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass112,444 miles9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,444 miles
    Test number
    686904574180
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteRear prop-shaft sliding joint worn

  13. Fail112,444 miles (+5,636)5 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,444 miles
    Test number
    199864174139
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteRear prop-shaft sliding joint worn

  14. Pass106,808 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,808 miles
    Test number
    909338573106
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  15. Fail106,808 miles (+4,721)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,808 miles
    Test number
    849537873121
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  16. Pass102,087 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    102,087 miles
    Test number
    265480582453
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  17. Fail102,087 miles (+9,072)10 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,087 miles
    Test number
    346119572174
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureLower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePanhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  18. Pass93,015 miles (+9,894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    405611971172
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteN/s/f seatbelt casing missing

  19. Pass83,121 miles (+10,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,121 miles
    Test number
    272623470191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  20. Pass72,198 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,198 miles
    Test number
    680706779136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,196 miles (+10,494)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,196 miles
    Test number
    783575979165
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  22. Pass61,702 miles (+9,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,702 miles
    Test number
    474102178150
    • NoteFront propshaft rear joint movement

  23. Pass51,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,775 miles
    Test number
    824889967142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,775 miles (+7,982)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,775 miles
    Test number
    680786767148
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass43,793 miles (+9,173)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,793 miles
    Test number
    923240176125
    • NoteFront propshaft rear uj worn

  26. Pass34,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    34,620 miles
    Test number
    444033675198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 485 MDV

What vehicle is registration 485 MDV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 485 MDV on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2001. 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 485 MDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 485 MDV expired on 19 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 485 MDV?
The MOT on 485 MDV expired on 19 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 485 MDV done?
485 MDV was recorded at 152,603 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 6,379 miles a year.
Has 485 MDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 485 MDV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 485 MDV 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 485 MDV find?
485 MDV passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (all).

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