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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

AVI 7562MOT history

AVI 7562 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

AVI 7562 red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2025
Mileage
130,898 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
AVI 7562
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

AVI 7562 was last recorded at 130,898 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 4,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,895 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,003 miles
Average per year
5,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,898 miles
  • 2023 – 126,895 miles
  • 2022 – 126,031 miles
  • 2021 – 125,797 miles
  • 2020 – 125,279 miles
  • 2019 – 122,370 miles
  • 2018 – 119,927 miles
  • 2017 – 117,910 miles
  • 2016 – 114,668 miles
  • 2015 – 103,284 miles
  • 2014 – 92,786 miles
  • 2012 – 80,580 miles
  • 2011 – 72,065 miles
  • 2010 – 64,473 miles
  • 2009 – 57,471 miles
  • 2008 – 50,881 miles
  • 2007 – 40,677 miles
  • 2006 – 28,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,898 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,898 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,898 miles
    Test number
    559625714743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,895 miles (+864)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    126,895 miles
    Test number
    549925099990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass126,031 miles (+234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    428669581539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass125,797 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,797 miles
    Test number
    495163365051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering hub oil seals slightly leaking
  5. Fail125,797 miles (+518)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,797 miles
    Test number
    630848150485
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering hub oil seals slightly leaking
  6. Pass125,279 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    125,279 miles
    Test number
    711669878108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,235 miles (+2,865)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,235 miles
    Test number
    610482295397
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryTRANSFER BOX OIL LEAK
  8. Pass122,370 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,370 miles
    Test number
    275039072267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,927 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,927 miles
    Test number
    794336233080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,910 miles (+3,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,910 miles
    Test number
    112029137541
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  11. Pass114,668 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,668 miles
    Test number
    717035309463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  12. Fail114,614 miles (+11,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,614 miles
    Test number
    950451453617
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play both (2.6.2)
  13. Pass103,284 miles (+10,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,284 miles
    Test number
    968202315211
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  14. Pass92,786 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,786 miles
    Test number
    536322214204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail92,786 miles (+12,206)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,786 miles
    Test number
    629974104242
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass80,580 miles (+8,515)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,580 miles
    Test number
    376610492495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,065 miles (+7,592)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,065 miles
    Test number
    186331871255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,473 miles (+7,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,473 miles
    Test number
    350394820440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass57,471 miles (+6,590)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,471 miles
    Test number
    224005399103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,881 miles (+10,204)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,881 miles
    Test number
    103672198191
    • Note1)high level stoplamp not working
  21. Pass40,677 miles (+12,553)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,677 miles
    Test number
    861530207246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,124 miles
    Test number
    640038986169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about AVI 7562

What vehicle is registration AVI 7562 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show AVI 7562 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2002. 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 AVI 7562 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on AVI 7562 expired on 6 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on AVI 7562?
The MOT on AVI 7562 expired on 6 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has AVI 7562 done?
AVI 7562 was recorded at 130,898 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 5,583 miles a year.
Has AVI 7562 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. AVI 7562 has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on AVI 7562 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 AVI 7562 find?
AVI 7562 passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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