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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1987 · 2,494 cc

A14 XAHMOT history

A14 XAH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

A14 XAH 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 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
177,951 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 XAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 XAH was last recorded at 177,951 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2009: 102,509 miles, lower than 120,565 miles on 14 May 2008.

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
177,937 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,951 miles
  • 2024 – 175,507 miles
  • 2023 – 174,236 miles
  • 2022 – 172,328 miles
  • 2021 – 170,756 miles
  • 2020 – 169,428 miles
  • 2015 – 164,890 miles
  • 2014 – 158,851 miles
  • 2013 – 154,044 miles
  • 2012 – 147,274 miles
  • 2011 – 135,762 miles
  • 2010 – 125,573 miles
  • 2009 – 102,509 miles
  • 2008 – 120,565 miles
  • 2006 – 118,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,951 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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank support outrigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering damper leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,951 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    177,951 miles
    Test number
    561657035213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail177,937 miles (+2,430)2 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,937 miles
    Test number
    775880545441
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat box (not part of structure) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank support outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat box (not part of structure) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,507 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    175,507 miles
    Test number
    395534722769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass174,236 miles (+1,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    174,236 miles
    Test number
    996731903005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass172,328 miles (+1,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    172,328 miles
    Test number
    558309459185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat box (not part of structure) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sea tbox (not part of structure) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank support outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler hoses damp

  6. Pass170,756 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    170,756 miles
    Test number
    217979624919
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat box corroded near seat belt mount (not part of structure)
    • AdvisoryOffside chip in windscreen outside swept area
    • AdvisoryOffside outrigger fuel tank support corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage power steering pipes to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe damp

  7. Fail170,756 miles (+1,328)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,756 miles
    Test number
    670317926090
    • Repaired at testRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose rear flange bolt (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat box corroded near seat belt mount (not part of structure)
    • AdvisoryOffside chip in windscreen outside swept area
    • AdvisoryOffside outrigger fuel tank support corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage power steering pipes to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe damp

  8. Pass169,428 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    169,428 miles
    Test number
    162687689931
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking

  9. Fail169,424 miles (+4,534)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,424 miles
    Test number
    353289543039
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking

  10. Pass164,890 miles (+6,039)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    164,890 miles
    Test number
    285463475356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,851 miles (+4,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    158,851 miles
    Test number
    889855554261
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail154,044 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,044 miles
    Test number
    349833553430
    • Repaired at testRear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • NoteRear exhaust fouling on chassis

  13. Pass154,044 miles (+6,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    154,044 miles
    Test number
    466423753284
    • NoteRear exhaust fouling on chassis

  14. Pass147,274 miles (+487)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    147,274 miles
    Test number
    608642772299
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking oil oil leaks engine and transmission

  15. Fail146,787 miles (+11,025)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,787 miles
    Test number
    987841362282
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking oil oil leaks engine and transmission

  16. Pass135,762 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    135,762 miles
    Test number
    148117881267
    • NotePitman arm ball joint dust cover split
    • NoteSlioght play in offside front hub

  17. Fail135,762 miles (+10,189)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,762 miles
    Test number
    317677181456
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NotePitman arm ball joint dust cover split
    • NoteSlioght play in offside front hub

  18. Pass125,573 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    125,573 miles
    Test number
    642861790214
    • NoteCorrosion to tow bar assy
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSlight imbalance rear brakes

  19. Fail125,573 miles (+23,064)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,573 miles
    Test number
    422531590281
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • NoteCorrosion to tow bar assy
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSlight imbalance rear brakes

  20. Pass102,509 miles (-18,056)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    102,509 miles
    Test number
    362346779494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight movement in nearside front swivel bearing

  21. Pass120,565 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    120,565 miles
    Test number
    594915838110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail120,560 miles (+2,298)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,560 miles
    Test number
    394678228108
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass118,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    118,262 miles
    Test number
    963137236187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A14 XAH

Does A14 XAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A14 XAH is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on A14 XAH?
The MOT on A14 XAH is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A14 XAH done?
A14 XAH was recorded at 177,951 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,063 miles a year.
Has A14 XAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 XAH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on A14 XAH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on A14 XAH find?
A14 XAH passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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