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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2009 · 2,401 cc

B20 PEDMOT history

B20 PED is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 58,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

B20 PED 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 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
58,396 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 PED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 PED was last recorded at 58,396 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 1,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,575 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,821 miles
Average per year
2,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,396 miles
  • 2025 – 56,575 miles
  • 2024 – 54,399 miles
  • 2023 – 52,518 miles
  • 2022 – 51,153 miles
  • 2021 – 49,184 miles
  • 2020 – 47,464 miles
  • 2019 – 45,543 miles
  • 2018 – 43,761 miles
  • 2017 – 40,860 miles
  • 2016 – 36,650 miles
  • 2015 – 33,198 miles
  • 2014 – 29,108 miles
  • 2013 – 23,271 miles
  • 2012 – 17,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,396 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both front slight misting of oil only (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive From nearside of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    58,396 miles
    Test number
    264757263899
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both front slight misting of oil only (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail58,396 miles (+1,821)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,396 miles
    Test number
    798983986548
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both front slight misting of oil only (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass56,575 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    252692132826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail56,573 miles (+2,174)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    293395334283
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,399 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,399 miles
    Test number
    697869339028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail54,397 miles (+1,879)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,397 miles
    Test number
    770667274039
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass52,518 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,518 miles
    Test number
    501865494590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,517 miles (+1,364)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,517 miles
    Test number
    756139258064
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass51,153 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,153 miles
    Test number
    212041997825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail51,153 miles (+1,969)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,153 miles
    Test number
    920752865341
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass49,184 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    874790566217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From nearside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail49,172 miles (+1,708)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,172 miles
    Test number
    942805739164
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From nearside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass47,464 miles (+1,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,464 miles
    Test number
    359166828217
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass45,543 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,543 miles
    Test number
    432112858101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail45,540 miles (+1,779)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,540 miles
    Test number
    223144242257
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass43,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,761 miles
    Test number
    855447781247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,761 miles (+2,901)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,761 miles
    Test number
    425421097714
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  18. Pass40,860 miles (+4,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,860 miles
    Test number
    567027819830
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes and both rear axle pipes. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear lower bushes, both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides, front swivel housings leaking grease onto hubs. not contaminating brakes.

  19. Pass36,650 miles (+3,452)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    326011874015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,198 miles (+4,090)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,198 miles
    Test number
    117053337048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,108 miles (+5,837)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,108 miles
    Test number
    336029764426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,271 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,271 miles
    Test number
    105755643215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,917 miles
    Test number
    588424342259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 PED

Does B20 PED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 PED is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 PED?
The MOT on B20 PED is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 PED done?
B20 PED was recorded at 58,396 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 2,860 miles a year.
Has B20 PED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 PED has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on B20 PED 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 B20 PED find?
B20 PED passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both front slight misting of oil only; oil leak, but not excessive; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear.

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