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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 2,198 cc

4 PABMOT history

4 PAB is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

4 PAB 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 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,006 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4 PAB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4 PAB was last recorded at 74,006 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,963 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
4,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,006 miles
  • 2025 – 71,650 miles
  • 2024 – 68,350 miles
  • 2023 – 65,133 miles
  • 2022 – 62,227 miles
  • 2021 – 58,601 miles
  • 2020 – 54,261 miles
  • 2019 – 48,578 miles
  • 2018 – 37,913 miles
  • 2017 – 28,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,006 miles
  • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively normal

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both front swivel seals slight leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,006 miles (+43)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,006 miles
    Test number
    656516091821
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail73,963 miles (+2,313)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,963 miles
    Test number
    979573659523
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm LT235/85/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LT235/85/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass71,650 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    492710714614
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing heavily on inner edge LT 235/85/16

  4. Fail71,650 miles (+3,300)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    228558611019
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively normal (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing heavily on inner edge LT 235/85/16

  5. Pass68,350 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,350 miles
    Test number
    964991992730
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail68,349 miles (+3,216)1 dangerous4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,349 miles
    Test number
    120523548624
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass65,133 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,133 miles
    Test number
    625123377439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,132 miles (+2,905)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,132 miles
    Test number
    660266780445
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NORMAL (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,227 miles (+3,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,227 miles
    Test number
    967679752466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass58,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,601 miles
    Test number
    195943632868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,601 miles (+4,340)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,601 miles
    Test number
    671538024712
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass54,261 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,261 miles
    Test number
    315585562992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,260 miles (+5,682)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    875694970061
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play ball joint to the top of the rear axle has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass48,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,578 miles
    Test number
    292903696901
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel seals slight leaking

  15. Fail48,578 miles (+10,665)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,578 miles
    Test number
    340372449165
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel seals slight leaking

  16. Pass37,913 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    37,913 miles
    Test number
    374977500925
    • AdvisoryFront diff oil leak

  17. Fail37,913 miles (+9,563)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,913 miles
    Test number
    165972431134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront diff oil leak

  18. Pass28,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    28,350 miles
    Test number
    908007706081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,350 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,350 miles
    Test number
    422281923454
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (8.2.2)

Questions about 4 PAB

What vehicle is registration 4 PAB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4 PAB on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2014. 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 4 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4 PAB is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4 PAB?
The MOT on 4 PAB is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4 PAB done?
4 PAB was recorded at 74,006 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,994 miles a year.
Has 4 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4 PAB has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 4 PAB 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 4 PAB find?
4 PAB passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front coil spring corroded offside & nearside.

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