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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

551 PPPMOT history

551 PPP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Apr 1996. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 128,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

551 PPP 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 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,939 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 PPP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
3 Apr 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 PPP was last recorded at 128,939 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,937 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,939 miles
  • 2024 – 128,176 miles
  • 2023 – 126,521 miles
  • 2022 – 124,586 miles
  • 2021 – 121,425 miles
  • 2020 – 119,146 miles
  • 2019 – 117,534 miles
  • 2018 – 114,865 miles
  • 2017 – 112,579 miles
  • 2016 – 110,226 miles
  • 2015 – 108,241 miles
  • 2014 – 103,806 miles
  • 2013 – 102,326 miles
  • 2012 – 101,768 miles
  • 2011 – 101,213 miles
  • 2010 – 100,444 miles
  • 2009 – 99,624 miles
  • 2008 – 98,580 miles
  • 2007 – 97,297 miles
  • 2006 – 95,613 miles
  • 2005 – 93,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,939 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 31 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,939 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,939 miles
    Test number
    873514043043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,937 miles (+761)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,937 miles
    Test number
    932182849972
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low very low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low very low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass128,176 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    128,176 miles
    Test number
    779642042168
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, cut, 3.6mm @centre of tread. 205R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, 6.7mm @centre of tread. 235/70R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, 6.1mm @centre of tread. 235/70R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail128,176 miles (+1,655)1 dangerous1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,176 miles
    Test number
    201087580070
    • DangerousProp shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Front prop-shaft, rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, cut, 3.6mm @centre of tread. 205R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, 6.7mm @centre of tread. 235/70R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, stepped, 6.1mm @centre of tread. 235/70R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass126,521 miles (+1,935)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,521 miles
    Test number
    172787137984
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass124,586 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    124,586 miles
    Test number
    816069968652
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail124,586 miles (+3,161)1 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,586 miles
    Test number
    134156114307
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass121,425 miles (+2,279)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    648433295280
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs undersealed
  9. Pass119,146 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,146 miles
    Test number
    485896483209
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes at the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes at the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs undersealed
  10. Fail119,146 miles (+1,612)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,146 miles
    Test number
    512917272389
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes at the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes at the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass117,534 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,534 miles
    Test number
    785463646700
    • MinorOffside Front Steering 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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Fail117,534 miles (+2,669)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,534 miles
    Test number
    837030670370
    • MajorFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering 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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass114,865 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    367788836895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Fail114,865 miles (+2,286)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    386272643740
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering arm off of steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose rear most flange (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass112,579 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,579 miles
    Test number
    714667273050
    • AdvisoryCentral Front seatbelt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened nearside/offside (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
  16. Fail112,575 miles (+2,349)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,575 miles
    Test number
    141787567444
    • DangerousBrake hose leaking front/nearside/offside/center rear leaking under load (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger/floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front seatbelt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened nearside/offside (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
  17. Pass110,226 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,226 miles
    Test number
    827073001626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,241 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,241 miles
    Test number
    297242955410
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing
  19. Fail108,239 miles (+4,433)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,239 miles
    Test number
    738422355113
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing
  20. Pass103,806 miles (+17)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,806 miles
    Test number
    879243054185
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint worn
  21. Fail103,789 miles (+1,463)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,789 miles
    Test number
    307974644143
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint worn
  22. Pass102,326 miles (+558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,326 miles
    Test number
    299779353464
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  23. Pass101,768 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,768 miles
    Test number
    327100862117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail101,762 miles (+549)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    198208152121
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  25. Pass101,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,213 miles
    Test number
    256709751189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail101,213 miles (+27)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,213 miles
    Test number
    936359151190
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  27. Fail101,186 miles (+742)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,186 miles
    Test number
    865584241135
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  28. Pass100,444 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    100,444 miles
    Test number
    920307840173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass99,624 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    99,624 miles
    Test number
    931898149170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass98,580 miles (+1,283)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    98,580 miles
    Test number
    181929248156
    • NoteOuter covers on front seat belt stalks missing.
    • NoteWater in rear fog lamp.
  31. Pass97,297 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,297 miles
    Test number
    231960257412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass95,613 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,613 miles
    Test number
    711101756108
    • NoteCover missing on nearside seatbelt.
  33. Fail95,613 miles (+1,687)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,613 miles
    Test number
    853401456183
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteCover missing on nearside seatbelt.
  34. Pass93,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    752724955176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail93,926 miles8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    624321955155
    • FailureFront Drag link end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNear side front seat belt stalk cover missing.
  36. Fail93,926 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    860301955180
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNear side seat belt cover missing from stalk.

Questions about 551 PPP

What vehicle is registration 551 PPP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 PPP on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Apr 1996. 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 551 PPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 PPP is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 PPP?
The MOT on 551 PPP is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 551 PPP done?
551 PPP was recorded at 128,939 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,684 miles a year.
Has 551 PPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 PPP has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 551 PPP 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 551 PPP find?
551 PPP passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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