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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

7783 VUMOT history

7783 VU is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 44,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

7783 VU blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
44,551 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7783 VU
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

7783 VU was last recorded at 44,551 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 7,473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,078 miles · 13 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,473 miles
Average per year
2,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 44,551 miles
  • 2023 – 37,078 miles
  • 2022 – 35,033 miles
  • 2021 – 32,143 miles
  • 2019 – 28,099 miles
  • 2018 – 27,068 miles
  • 2017 – 24,018 miles
  • 2016 – 20,278 miles
  • 2014 – 19,885 miles
  • 2013 – 16,792 miles
  • 2012 – 13,734 miles
  • 2011 – 10,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,551 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp slightly loose
  • AdvisoryUneven wear on both front tyres

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.

  • Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,551 miles (+7,473)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    44,551 miles
    Test number
    180418137285
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryUneven wear on both front tyres

  2. Pass37,078 miles (+102)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    37,078 miles
    Test number
    731160708018
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail36,976 miles (+1,943)5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,976 miles
    Test number
    980145226894
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exess leak and no tail pipe (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass35,033 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    35,033 miles
    Test number
    276958075036
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding.
    • AdvisoryFuel cooler slightly leaking.
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail35,033 miles (+2,890)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,033 miles
    Test number
    457791234257
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding.
    • AdvisoryFuel cooler slightly leaking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass32,143 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    32,143 miles
    Test number
    648797265996
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail32,143 miles (+4,044)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,143 miles
    Test number
    282454973639
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass28,099 miles (+1,031)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,099 miles
    Test number
    257813031594
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight damp on fuel component
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass27,068 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,068 miles
    Test number
    930052129487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear differential oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight damp on fuel component

  10. Fail27,067 miles (+3,049)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,067 miles
    Test number
    838206281433
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear differential oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight damp on fuel component

  11. Pass24,018 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    24,018 miles
    Test number
    669579159588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,278 miles (+393)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    20,278 miles
    Test number
    238592216714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,885 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    19,885 miles
    Test number
    639001354234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,792 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    16,792 miles
    Test number
    109904953295
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail16,792 miles (+3,058)1 failure13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,792 miles
    Test number
    407434953201
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass13,734 miles (+3,506)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    13,734 miles
    Test number
    488836452297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,228 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    10,228 miles
    Test number
    347017451240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about 7783 VU

What vehicle is registration 7783 VU currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7783 VU on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2008. 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 7783 VU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 7783 VU expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 7783 VU?
The MOT on 7783 VU expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 7783 VU done?
7783 VU was recorded at 44,551 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 2,747 miles a year.
Has 7783 VU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7783 VU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on 7783 VU 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 7783 VU find?
7783 VU passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coil spring corroded all four, and 4 more.

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