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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 3,997 cc

796 DFRMOT history

796 DFR is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Feb 1996. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 6,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

796 DFR blue 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
6,900 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
796 DFR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
21 Feb 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

796 DFR was last recorded at 6,900 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 1,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2016: 82,243 miles, lower than 82,347 miles on 27 Aug 2015.
  • 14 Jul 2023: 2,413 miles, lower than 84,258 miles on 30 Jun 2020.

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
5,846 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 6,900 miles
  • 2025 – 5,846 miles
  • 2024 – 3,960 miles
  • 2023 – 2,413 miles
  • 2020 – 84,258 miles
  • 2019 – 83,706 miles
  • 2018 – 82,876 miles
  • 2016 – 82,243 miles
  • 2015 – 82,347 miles
  • 2014 – 79,999 miles
  • 2013 – 79,388 miles
  • 2012 – 78,931 miles
  • 2011 – 75,376 miles
  • 2010 – 69,457 miles
  • 2009 – 66,756 miles
  • 2008 – 63,127 miles
  • 2007 – 58,713 miles
  • 2006 – 50,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass6,900 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel housing slight leak

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass6,900 miles (+1,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    6,900 miles
    Test number
    514245001710
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel housing slight leak

  2. Pass5,846 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    5,846 miles
    Test number
    902257158005
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail5,843 miles (+1,883)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,843 miles
    Test number
    833149662646
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass3,960 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    3,960 miles
    Test number
    932236020184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass2,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    2,413 miles
    Test number
    409102323990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    833782186415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,258 miles (+552)2 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,258 miles
    Test number
    559646637771
    • DangerousIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Fire wall / Bulk Head holed, x2 (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Brake pipe excessively corroded, risk of bursting under heavy braking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe likely to become detached or damaged osf above chassis leg (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested no catalyst (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Differential leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Near front brakes, brakes not contaminated (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering Damper has slight play

  8. Pass83,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,706 miles
    Test number
    706873609770
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail83,706 miles (+830)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,706 miles
    Test number
    806067771918
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass82,876 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,876 miles
    Test number
    963978341415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,243 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,243 miles
    Test number
    216985587885
    • AdvisoryChassis and brake pipes undersealed
    • AdvisoryEngine temp gauge inoperative
    • AdvisoryEngine weeping oil underneath
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  12. Fail82,243 miles (-104)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,243 miles
    Test number
    318193095500
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe at flex hose on rear axle weeping (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryChassis and brake pipes undersealed
    • AdvisoryEngine temp gauge inoperative
    • AdvisoryEngine weeping oil underneath
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  13. Pass82,347 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,347 miles
    Test number
    579483323800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,999 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,999 miles
    Test number
    265582714224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,388 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,388 miles
    Test number
    378861513491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,931 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,931 miles
    Test number
    106415822087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,376 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,376 miles
    Test number
    639600421094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,348 miles (+5,891)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,348 miles
    Test number
    796994411053
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

  19. Pass69,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    611502720008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,457 miles (+2,701)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    641461720007
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass66,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,756 miles
    Test number
    182789519060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,756 miles (+3,629)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,756 miles
    Test number
    401535119036
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  23. Pass63,127 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    63,127 miles
    Test number
    914387818054
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  24. Fail63,100 miles (+4,387)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,100 miles
    Test number
    330566218017
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  25. Pass58,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    58,713 miles
    Test number
    861418417086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,713 miles (+8,307)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,713 miles
    Test number
    102577217051
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass50,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    184791216429
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail50,406 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    344881916055
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 796 DFR

What vehicle is registration 796 DFR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 796 DFR on a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Feb 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 796 DFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 796 DFR is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 796 DFR?
The MOT on 796 DFR is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 796 DFR done?
796 DFR was recorded at 6,900 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026.
Has 796 DFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 796 DFR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on 796 DFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 26 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 796 DFR find?
796 DFR passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front swivel housing slight leak.

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