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Green and Cream · Petrol · 1959

970 UXWMOT history

970 UXW is a green and cream petrol Land Rover first used on 31 Dec 1959. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 58,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2025
Mileage
58,771 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
970 UXW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Colour
Green and Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Year of manufacture
1959
First used
31 Dec 1959
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

970 UXW was last recorded at 58,771 miles on 25 Sept 2024, 2,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,590 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,181 miles
Average per year
1,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 58,771 miles
  • 2023 – 56,590 miles
  • 2022 – 54,224 miles
  • 2020 – 49,484 miles
  • 2019 – 47,283 miles
  • 2018 – 44,569 miles
  • 2017 – 42,404 miles
  • 2016 – 40,447 miles
  • 2015 – 38,718 miles
  • 2013 – 36,667 miles
  • 2011 – 33,379 miles
  • 2010 – 31,962 miles
  • 2009 – 30,645 miles
  • 2008 – 29,592 miles
  • 2007 – 27,823 miles
  • 2006 – 24,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,771 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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • All leaf springs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,771 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    58,771 miles
    Test number
    477383810874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass56,590 miles (+2,366)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    284320491533
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,224 miles (+173)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    54,224 miles
    Test number
    400549217031
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights BOTH

  4. Fail54,051 miles (+4,567)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,051 miles
    Test number
    724973746447
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,484 miles (+2,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,484 miles
    Test number
    299785712653
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear central brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded and repaired

  6. Pass47,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,283 miles
    Test number
    940930222841
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail47,283 miles (+2,714)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,283 miles
    Test number
    651097215985
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass44,569 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,569 miles
    Test number
    337110672983
    • AdvisoryAll leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced on the limit
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle dirty

  9. Fail44,567 miles (+2,163)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,567 miles
    Test number
    394952206129
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced on the limit
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle dirty

  10. Pass42,404 miles (+1,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,404 miles
    Test number
    112140863235
    • AdvisoryFree play at steering wheel
    • AdvisoryFront and rear leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  11. Pass40,447 miles (+1,729)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,447 miles
    Test number
    706356098776
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened all (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle oily,corroded and repaired

  12. Pass38,718 miles (+83)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,718 miles
    Test number
    736193365092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll leaf springs corroded and bushes worn
    • NoteGrease/oil around front hubs
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded, repaired and heavily undersealed

  13. Fail38,635 miles (+1,968)1 failure5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,635 miles
    Test number
    398060855039
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll leaf springs corroded and bushes worn
    • NoteGrease/oil around front hubs
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded, repaired and heavily undersealed

  14. Pass36,667 miles5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    156825553396
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll leaf spring bushes worn
    • NoteDampness around fuel tank
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and mounting broken
    • NoteGrease around front hubs
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded,repaired and under sealed

  15. Fail36,667 miles (+1,451)7 failures5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    606023443327
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll leaf spring bushes worn
    • NoteDampness around fuel tank
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and mounting broken
    • NoteGrease around front hubs
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded,repaired and under sealed

  16. Pass35,216 miles (+45)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,216 miles
    Test number
    896098813048
    • AdvisoryBrake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyres perished and wearing unevenly
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and repaired

  17. Fail35,171 miles (+1,792)6 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,171 miles
    Test number
    516908803091
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyres perished and wearing unevenly
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and repaired

  18. Pass33,379 miles (+39)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,379 miles
    Test number
    237610721360
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount poorly repaired
    • NoteChassis corroded and repaired
    • NoteOffside front side light dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
    • NoteSlight play in both front hub upper swivels
    • NoteSlight play in steering drop arm chassis pivet point
    • NoteWipers poor

  19. Fail33,340 miles (+1,378)3 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,340 miles
    Test number
    178551511378
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount poorly repaired
    • NoteChassis corroded and repaired
    • NoteOffside front side light dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
    • NoteSlight play in both front hub upper swivels
    • NoteSlight play in steering drop arm chassis pivet point
    • NoteWipers poor

  20. Pass31,962 miles (+83)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,962 miles
    Test number
    300404330388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOne exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and undersealed

  21. Fail31,879 miles (+1,234)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,879 miles
    Test number
    613821920301
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOne exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and undersealed

  22. Pass30,645 miles (+1,053)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,645 miles
    Test number
    320809029311
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront hub seals leaking
    • NoteFront shackle bushes worn
    • NoteNearside wiper operation poor
    • NoteOil around offside rear shock
    • NoteSmell of feul no sign of leak
    • NoteWeld repairs to underside of vehicle

  23. Pass29,592 miles (+1,769)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,592 miles
    Test number
    311845748395
    • NoteFront hub sills leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyre sidewalls perished
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • NoteVehicle pulls to left slightly

  24. Pass27,823 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,823 miles
    Test number
    510904307333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,130 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,130 miles
    Test number
    862386986246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,023 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,023 miles
    Test number
    342773046475
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Questions about 970 UXW

What vehicle is registration 970 UXW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 970 UXW on a green and cream petrol Land Rover first used on 31 Dec 1959. 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 970 UXW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 970 UXW expired on 24 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 970 UXW?
The MOT on 970 UXW expired on 24 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 970 UXW done?
970 UXW was recorded at 58,771 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2024, an average of 1,923 miles a year.
Has 970 UXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 970 UXW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on 970 UXW 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 970 UXW find?
970 UXW passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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