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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

809 RTFMOT history

809 RTF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

809 RTF 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 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,928 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
809 RTF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

809 RTF was last recorded at 131,928 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 1,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,638 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,290 miles
Average per year
5,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,928 miles
  • 2025 – 130,638 miles
  • 2024 – 128,236 miles
  • 2023 – 125,644 miles
  • 2022 – 121,088 miles
  • 2021 – 116,446 miles
  • 2020 – 114,732 miles
  • 2019 – 111,958 miles
  • 2018 – 106,172 miles
  • 2017 – 96,848 miles
  • 2016 – 91,638 miles
  • 2015 – 85,845 miles
  • 2014 – 79,111 miles
  • 2013 – 70,957 miles
  • 2012 – 61,730 miles
  • 2011 – 56,898 miles
  • 2010 – 54,496 miles
  • 2009 – 51,095 miles
  • 2008 – 45,667 miles
  • 2007 – 35,519 miles
  • 2006 – 25,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,928 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Front steering arm ball slight play
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear steering arm ball slight play
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,928 miles (+1,290)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,928 miles
    Test number
    264314346405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front steering arm ball slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear steering arm ball slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,638 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    988789717916
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Corrtion under passenger's seat
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front & rear diffs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail130,634 miles (+2,398)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,634 miles
    Test number
    159896014807
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.93,bulkhead (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Corrtion under passenger's seat
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front & rear diffs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass128,236 miles (+2,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,236 miles
    Test number
    217708152193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering ball slightly worn

  5. Pass125,644 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,644 miles
    Test number
    545382206553
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,639 miles (+4,551)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,639 miles
    Test number
    420948121128
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,088 miles (+107)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,088 miles
    Test number
    362491201815
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail120,981 miles (+4,535)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,981 miles
    Test number
    124304356503
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded On caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,446 miles (+1,714)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,446 miles
    Test number
    641013177110
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering arm gaitor split
    • AdvisorySteering box linkage ram bush worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass114,732 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    114,732 miles
    Test number
    871787603913
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres also wearing uneven on tread areas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint boot split
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm linkage ram bush worn

  11. Fail114,732 miles (+2,774)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,732 miles
    Test number
    549283686896
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted one pad mounting pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe going to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe going to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres also wearing uneven on tread areas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint boot split
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm linkage ram bush worn

  12. Pass111,958 miles (+5,786)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,958 miles
    Test number
    692861212300
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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))

  13. Pass106,172 miles (+9,324)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,172 miles
    Test number
    950794491354
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  14. Pass96,848 miles (+5,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    451424600163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass91,638 miles (+5,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,638 miles
    Test number
    570724449998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn

  16. Pass85,845 miles (+6,734)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    280723888493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass79,111 miles (+8,154)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,111 miles
    Test number
    197545964228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake back plates corroded

  18. Pass70,957 miles (+35)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,957 miles
    Test number
    269434553270
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber bushes loose
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight movement

  19. Fail70,922 miles (+9,192)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,922 miles
    Test number
    458313853280
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber bushes loose
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight movement

  20. Pass61,730 miles (+4,832)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    308990652286
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Pass56,898 miles (+2,402)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,898 miles
    Test number
    229785031230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,496 miles (+3,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,496 miles
    Test number
    244238220218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass51,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    123892719280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,095 miles (+5,428)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    673571519288
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass45,667 miles (+10,148)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,667 miles
    Test number
    671279518224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,519 miles (+9,860)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,519 miles
    Test number
    930313217252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,659 miles
    Test number
    133302026282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 809 RTF

What vehicle is registration 809 RTF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 809 RTF on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Aug 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 809 RTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 809 RTF is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 809 RTF?
The MOT on 809 RTF is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 809 RTF done?
809 RTF was recorded at 131,928 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 5,277 miles a year.
Has 809 RTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 809 RTF has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on 809 RTF 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 809 RTF find?
809 RTF passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front front steering arm ball slight play, and 7 more.

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