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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,000 cc

4981 PEMOT history

4981 PE is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 86,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

4981 PE 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 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,728 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2019
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4981 PE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

4981 PE was last recorded at 86,728 miles on 20 May 2019, 7,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,675 miles · 16 May 2018
Between the last two tests
7,053 miles
Average per year
4,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 86,728 miles
  • 2018 – 79,675 miles
  • 2017 – 77,765 miles
  • 2016 – 75,221 miles
  • 2014 – 69,861 miles
  • 2013 – 62,473 miles
  • 2012 – 56,667 miles
  • 2011 – 50,890 miles
  • 2010 – 44,692 miles
  • 2009 – 40,696 miles
  • 2008 – 37,621 miles
  • 2007 – 33,777 miles
  • 2006 – 33,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    105170942645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    100780514718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    201926680437
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    130897990987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    958761893664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    924569082089
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,728 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    500364087977
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail86,728 miles (+7,053)1 repaired2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    496398911862
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass79,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,675 miles
    Test number
    704927880948
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Fail79,675 miles (+1,910)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,675 miles
    Test number
    349847203370
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass77,765 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,765 miles
    Test number
    371891280850
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe to flexible hose join. (3.6.B.2c)

  12. FailMileage not read2 failures1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    401028995099
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe to flexible hose join. (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass75,221 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    241193929682
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Nut to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Fail75,221 miles (+5,360)5 failures3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    459448618612
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Nut to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass69,861 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,861 miles
    Test number
    399287094401
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail69,861 miles (+7,388)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,861 miles
    Test number
    309496294417
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass62,473 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,473 miles
    Test number
    415142113301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail62,473 miles (+5,806)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,473 miles
    Test number
    747362313381
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass56,667 miles (+5,777)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,667 miles
    Test number
    446573272251
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyre treads perishing****
    • NoteDamage to nearside of front bumper
    • NoteSlight signs of oil to offside front tractor joint

  20. Pass50,890 miles (+6,198)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,890 miles
    Test number
    188972971246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNumber plate spaceing
    • NoteSlight signs of oil around offside front tractor joint

  21. Pass44,692 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,692 miles
    Test number
    200443460249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,696 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,696 miles
    Test number
    140499559222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,621 miles (+3,844)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,621 miles
    Test number
    983120578201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,777 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,777 miles
    Test number
    122505777219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,537 miles
    Test number
    282257026231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about 4981 PE

What vehicle is registration 4981 PE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4981 PE on a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1998. 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 4981 PE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4981 PE is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 4981 PE?
The MOT on 4981 PE is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4981 PE done?
4981 PE was recorded at 86,728 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2019, an average of 4,168 miles a year.
Has 4981 PE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4981 PE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2019.
Has the mileage on 4981 PE 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 4981 PE find?
4981 PE passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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