Land Rover logo

Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

8888 GMMOT history

8888 GM is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

8888 GM black 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 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,014 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for 8888 GM in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
8888 GM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8888 GM was last recorded at 97,014 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,001 miles · 18 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,014 miles
  • 2025 – 91,334 miles
  • 2024 – 88,949 miles
  • 2023 – 88,378 miles
  • 2022 – 86,860 miles
  • 2021 – 85,413 miles
  • 2020 – 83,916 miles
  • 2019 – 81,815 miles
  • 2018 – 81,158 miles
  • 2017 – 80,699 miles
  • 2016 – 79,240 miles
  • 2015 – 75,987 miles
  • 2014 – 73,236 miles
  • 2013 – 65,549 miles
  • 2012 – 59,586 miles
  • 2011 – 52,711 miles
  • 2010 – 44,394 miles
  • 2008 – 30,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,014 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,014 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    654287722780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,001 miles (+5,667)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,001 miles
    Test number
    661436595270
    • DangerousRear Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (REAR) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass91,334 miles (+2,385)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,334 miles
    Test number
    673445425415
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive n/s & o/s hub universal joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play rear rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive propshaft/rear diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum mark

  4. Pass88,949 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,949 miles
    Test number
    377978129308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,378 miles
    Test number
    645006765360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail88,375 miles (+1,515)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,375 miles
    Test number
    195843406066
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass86,860 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    684655147358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,413 miles (+1,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    822271520869
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass83,916 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    501846329356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,815 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,815 miles
    Test number
    952976719720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,801 miles (+643)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,801 miles
    Test number
    695068602891
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass81,158 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,158 miles
    Test number
    695153558904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,699 miles (+1,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,699 miles
    Test number
    821418373713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,240 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,240 miles
    Test number
    559505926435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,987 miles
    Test number
    490312924794
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail75,987 miles (+2,751)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,987 miles
    Test number
    135284657700
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass73,236 miles (+7,687)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,236 miles
    Test number
    349329414294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,549 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,549 miles
    Test number
    438581223231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,547 miles (+5,961)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    365910223472
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Fail59,586 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,586 miles
    Test number
    197669062291
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass59,586 miles (+6,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,586 miles
    Test number
    589829362233
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass52,711 miles (+8,317)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,711 miles
    Test number
    387993061211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,394 miles (+13,584)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,394 miles
    Test number
    433681770269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,810 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,810 miles
    Test number
    493088858300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,134 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,134 miles
    Test number
    233551098031
    • NoteNearside front hub slight weep
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade rubber starting to split
    • NoteRear number plate starting to discolour
    • NoteSmall stone chip in front windscreen

Questions about 8888 GM

What vehicle is registration 8888 GM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8888 GM on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2005. 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 8888 GM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8888 GM is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8888 GM?
The MOT on 8888 GM is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8888 GM done?
8888 GM was recorded at 97,014 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has 8888 GM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8888 GM has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 8888 GM 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 8888 GM find?
8888 GM passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all 888 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.