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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1986 · 2,496 cc

677 WARMOT history

677 WAR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1986. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 195,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

677 WAR 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 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
195,519 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
677 WAR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
31 Dec 1986
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

677 WAR was last recorded at 195,519 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,516 miles · 21 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,519 miles
  • 2025 – 193,840 miles
  • 2024 – 191,996 miles
  • 2023 – 190,983 miles
  • 2022 – 189,292 miles
  • 2021 – 187,050 miles
  • 2020 – 185,869 miles
  • 2017 – 181,202 miles
  • 2016 – 179,989 miles
  • 2014 – 179,553 miles
  • 2012 – 176,365 miles
  • 2010 – 158,558 miles
  • 2009 – 143,119 miles
  • 2008 – 129,116 miles
  • 2007 – 129,093 miles
  • 2006 – 119,971 miles
  • 2005 – 112,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,519 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive various oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass195,519 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    195,519 miles
    Test number
    177574384639
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  2. Fail195,516 miles (+1,676)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,516 miles
    Test number
    635646036733
    • DangerousNearside battery box corroded
    • MajorCentral Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced beam (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  3. Pass193,840 miles (+1,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    193,840 miles
    Test number
    202575325265
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass191,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    191,996 miles
    Test number
    521219940450
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail191,996 miles (+1,013)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,996 miles
    Test number
    732525086547
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp interacting with indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working fog lamp not working and warning light on dash not illuminating (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play ball joint on steering box pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass190,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    190,983 miles
    Test number
    921944748497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail190,983 miles (+1,691)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,983 miles
    Test number
    916942840409
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub seal is leaking
  8. Pass189,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    189,292 miles
    Test number
    639842755126
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail189,292 miles (+2,242)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,292 miles
    Test number
    158114534501
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp interacting with brake and tail lamps (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn excessive top and bottom play at road wheel (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blade rubbers split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass187,050 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    187,050 miles
    Test number
    417617201928
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess rubber mountings perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail187,050 miles (+1,181)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,050 miles
    Test number
    688283590852
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rusted and broken near rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber tower rotten and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis crossmember rotten and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess both engine mounting rubbers heavily split and perished (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking from air filter / breather pipe area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle sits lop sided, suspect sagged coil springs
  12. Pass185,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    185,869 miles
    Test number
    294779528586
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member is slightly corroded
  13. Pass183,668 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    183,668 km
    Test number
    849076138688
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cab slightly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  14. Fail183,663 km (+322)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,663 km
    Test number
    475425608094
    • DangerousSuspension rod attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail front axle panhard rod bracket heavily corroded and weakened (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cab slightly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  15. Pass183,341 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    183,341 km
    Test number
    885865874274
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper offside rubber bush slightly worn
  16. Fail183,341 km2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,341 km
    Test number
    950664185413
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper offside rubber bush slightly worn
  17. Pass181,202 miles (+1,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    181,202 miles
    Test number
    403982296580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  18. Pass179,989 miles (+436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    179,989 miles
    Test number
    409691333282
    • AdvisoryRear axle bumpstops missing both sides
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slight play at steering box end
  19. Pass179,553 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    179,553 miles
    Test number
    749358994244
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f and o/s/r tyres weaing uneven
  20. Fail179,542 miles (+3,177)13 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,542 miles
    Test number
    179366674232
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f o/r/r tyres weaing uneven
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight worn
  21. Pass176,365 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    176,365 miles
    Test number
    315432182205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail176,361 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,361 miles
    Test number
    188739972251
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass170,230 km2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    170,230 km
    Test number
    486849091278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamp around diesel pump no sign of leak
    • NoteFloor corrossion
    • NoteGear box oil leak to rear
  24. Fail170,229 km2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,229 km
    Test number
    389419191258
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamp around diesel pump no sign of leak
    • NoteFloor corrossion
    • NoteGear box oil leak to rear
  25. Pass158,558 miles (+93)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    158,558 miles
    Test number
    684203590203
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear drum looks damp
    • NoteRust on o/s front arm
    • NoteWipers clean small area of screen
  26. Fail158,465 miles (+15,346)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,465 miles
    Test number
    234331190248
    • FailureNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear drum looks damp
    • NoteRust on o/s front arm
    • NoteWipers clean small area of screen
  27. Pass143,119 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    430940289287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion o/s/f body
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush
  28. Fail143,119 miles (+14,003)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    293430489280
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion o/s/f body
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush
  29. Pass129,116 miles (+23)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    129,116 miles
    Test number
    742619988293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT PROP SHAFT REAR UJ BADLY WORN
    • NoteNEW BRAKE PADS FITTED TO O/S/F BUT NOT N/S/F
  30. Fail129,093 miles14 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,093 miles
    Test number
    943261688296
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureObligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT PROP SHAFT REAR UJ BADLY WORN
    • NoteNEW BRAKE PADS FITTED TO O/S/F BUT NOT N/S/F
  31. Pass129,093 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    129,093 miles
    Test number
    400995007356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  32. Fail129,077 miles (+9,106)12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,077 miles
    Test number
    802172507385
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  33. Pass119,971 miles (+7,236)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    119,971 miles
    Test number
    753420806317
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNumber plate light dim
  34. Pass112,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    513114005385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 677 WAR

What vehicle is registration 677 WAR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 677 WAR on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1986. 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 677 WAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 677 WAR is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 677 WAR?
The MOT on 677 WAR is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 677 WAR done?
677 WAR was recorded at 195,519 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 3,973 miles a year.
Has 677 WAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 677 WAR has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 677 WAR 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 677 WAR find?
677 WAR passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central oil leak, but not excessive; offside front engine mounting damaged but not to excess.

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