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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2009 · 2,401 cc

800 DTMOT history

800 DT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

800 DT 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 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,650 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
800 DT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

800 DT was last recorded at 122,650 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,643 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,650 miles
  • 2025 – 114,833 miles
  • 2024 – 110,189 miles
  • 2023 – 107,207 miles
  • 2022 – 102,611 miles
  • 2021 – 100,112 miles
  • 2020 – 93,320 miles
  • 2019 – 88,952 miles
  • 2016 – 82,853 miles
  • 2015 – 70,316 miles
  • 2014 – 52,977 miles
  • 2013 – 42,608 miles
  • 2012 – 33,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,650 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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,650 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,650 miles
    Test number
    999660473034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,643 miles (+7,810)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,643 miles
    Test number
    888822998075
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s and n/s cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and rearpipes (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass114,833 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    114,833 miles
    Test number
    622811037071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail114,833 miles (+4,644)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,833 miles
    Test number
    177967837180
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass110,189 miles (+2,982)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,189 miles
    Test number
    389904312593
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass107,207 miles (+4,596)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,207 miles
    Test number
    360698990437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight sweating around fuel tank
  7. Pass102,611 miles (+2,499)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    870986737274
    • 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 Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight sweating around fuel tank
    • AdvisorySlight sweating around rear diff
  8. Pass100,112 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    939156003019
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight sweating around fuel tank area
  9. Fail100,112 miles (+6,792)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    303578508050
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight sweating around fuel tank area
  10. Pass93,320 miles (+4,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,320 miles
    Test number
    621563305788
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes and flexi hoses covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass88,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    136650877874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,952 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    162439730746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,853 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    116604577889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,717 miles (+12,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,717 miles
    Test number
    180512203507
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
  15. Pass70,316 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,316 miles
    Test number
    862588227101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,453 miles (+11,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,453 miles
    Test number
    255739815416
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass52,977 miles (+10,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,977 miles
    Test number
    537049814115
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  18. Pass42,608 miles (+9,517)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    139969713165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,091 miles
    Test number
    258481802448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 800 DT

What vehicle is registration 800 DT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 800 DT on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 May 2009. 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 800 DT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 800 DT is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 800 DT?
The MOT on 800 DT is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 800 DT done?
800 DT was recorded at 122,650 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has 800 DT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 800 DT has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on 800 DT 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 800 DT find?
800 DT passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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