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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

70 HFMOT history

70 HF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 113,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

70 HF red 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,057 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
70 HF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

70 HF was last recorded at 113,057 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 3,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Oct 2016: 69,277 miles, lower than 196,210 miles on 3 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,458 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,599 miles
Average per year
2,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,057 miles
  • 2025 – 109,458 miles
  • 2024 – 104,320 miles
  • 2022 – 101,897 miles
  • 2021 – 97,999 miles
  • 2020 – 91,963 miles
  • 2019 – 86,919 miles
  • 2018 – 83,413 miles
  • 2017 – 78,303 miles
  • 2016 – 69,277 miles
  • 2015 – 196,210 miles
  • 2014 – 185,630 miles
  • 2013 – 177,273 miles
  • 2012 – 168,005 miles
  • 2011 – 144,227 miles
  • 2010 – 130,773 miles
  • 2008 – 99,912 miles
  • 2007 – 88,904 miles
  • 2006 – 64,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,057 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushers worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,057 miles
    Test number
    313856410274
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushers worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,057 miles (+3,599)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,057 miles
    Test number
    236107432116
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushers worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,458 miles
    Test number
    146160396914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,458 miles (+5,138)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,458 miles
    Test number
    197891231676
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,320 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,320 miles
    Test number
    429706877899
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail104,320 miles (+2,423)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,320 miles
    Test number
    583987646631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,897 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,897 miles
    Test number
    477649588673
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail101,897 miles (+3,898)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,897 miles
    Test number
    296812695378
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,999 miles (+6,036)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,999 miles
    Test number
    974917560697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,963 miles
    Test number
    420249151705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail91,963 miles (+5,044)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,963 miles
    Test number
    591464798962
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass86,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,919 miles
    Test number
    128530848144
    • 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))

  13. Fail86,919 miles (+3,506)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,919 miles
    Test number
    272030000482
    • DangerousOffside Front Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  14. Pass83,413 miles (+5,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,413 miles
    Test number
    923467495915
    • 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))

  15. Pass78,303 miles (+9,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    575573211345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc in a rusty condition

  16. Pass69,277 miles (-126,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,277 miles
    Test number
    861592327311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass196,210 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    196,210 miles
    Test number
    271005698057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail196,125 miles (+10,495)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,125 miles
    Test number
    565996805225
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteMINOR SEEPAGE FROM POWER STEERING BOX

  19. Pass185,630 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    185,630 miles
    Test number
    767199504284
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass185,590 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    185,590 miles
    Test number
    726836964036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail185,583 miles (+8,310)5 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,583 miles
    Test number
    897178454090
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  22. Pass177,273 miles (+9,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    177,273 miles
    Test number
    798927333032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass168,005 miles (+23,778)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    168,005 miles
    Test number
    117375022073
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  24. Pass144,227 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    144,227 miles
    Test number
    405248021046
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamage to rear cross member
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NotePower steering box damp
    • NoteSlight pitting to n/s/r brake disc
    • NoteSlight play in both rear bottom shock absorber mounts

  25. Fail144,227 miles (+13,454)2 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,227 miles
    Test number
    747488621036
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamage to rear cross member
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NotePower steering box damp
    • NoteSlight pitting to n/s/r brake disc
    • NoteSlight play in both rear bottom shock absorber mounts

  26. Pass130,773 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    130,773 miles
    Test number
    530548810053
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing

  27. Fail130,764 miles (+30,852)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,764 miles
    Test number
    573423410036
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing

  28. Pass99,912 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    132031458326
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight cut to offside rear tyre outer tread ,but not showing any chords.

  29. Fail99,912 miles (+11,008)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    923661258372
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight cut to offside rear tyre outer tread ,but not showing any chords.

  30. Pass88,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    533740677147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail88,904 miles (+24,298)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    881189667189
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass64,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    64,606 miles
    Test number
    312154666176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail64,606 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,606 miles
    Test number
    282843566437
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about 70 HF

What vehicle is registration 70 HF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 70 HF on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 May 2003. 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 70 HF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 70 HF is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 70 HF?
The MOT on 70 HF is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 70 HF done?
70 HF was recorded at 113,057 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,461 miles a year.
Has 70 HF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 70 HF has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 70 HF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 70 HF find?
70 HF passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushers worn.

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