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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1987 · 3,528 cc

B20 RDSMOT history

B20 RDS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jun 1987. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 165,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

B20 RDS green 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 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
165,563 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 RDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,528 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
16 Jun 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 RDS was last recorded at 165,563 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 8,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Dec 2013: 114,887 miles, lower than 175,714 miles on 30 Nov 2012.

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
156,579 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
8,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,563 miles
  • 2021 – 156,579 miles
  • 2020 – 150,039 miles
  • 2019 – 139,304 miles
  • 2018 – 136,049 miles
  • 2017 – 130,765 miles
  • 2015 – 123,725 miles
  • 2014 – 119,630 miles
  • 2013 – 114,887 miles
  • 2012 – 175,714 miles
  • 2011 – 174,423 miles
  • 2010 – 173,072 miles
  • 2009 – 169,987 miles
  • 2007 – 167,571 miles
  • 2005 – 165,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,563 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,563 miles (+8,984)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    165,563 miles
    Test number
    336016780691
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    156,579 miles
    Test number
    333898545330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail156,566 miles (+6,527)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,566 miles
    Test number
    580741743119
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass150,039 miles (+14)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,039 miles
    Test number
    121217747945
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail150,025 miles (+10,721)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,025 miles
    Test number
    395652135764
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,304 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,304 miles
    Test number
    383318701279
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail139,228 miles (+3,179)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,228 miles
    Test number
    499861329876
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass136,049 miles (+5,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,049 miles
    Test number
    729531159884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass130,765 miles (+7,040)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,765 miles
    Test number
    683042784350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass123,725 miles (+4,095)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    123,725 miles
    Test number
    421871770939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass119,630 miles (+4,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    119,630 miles
    Test number
    485475534423
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  12. Pass114,887 miles (-60,827)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    114,887 miles
    Test number
    785136833325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front wiper blades showing signs of deterioration
    • NoteNearside and offside rear and nearside front tyres showing signs of cracking on treads
    • NoteRear differential oil seal showing signs of slight oil leak and signs of wear in rear differntial area?

  13. Pass175,714 miles (+1,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    175,714 miles
    Test number
    907565132352
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass174,423 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    174,423 miles
    Test number
    258002091201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass173,072 miles (+111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    173,072 miles
    Test number
    214023090227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail172,961 miles (+2,974)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,961 miles
    Test number
    322969750223
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass169,987 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    169,987 miles
    Test number
    492292789248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass167,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    167,571 miles
    Test number
    602085147012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail167,571 miles (+1,638)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,571 miles
    Test number
    283475147014
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  20. Pass165,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    165,933 miles
    Test number
    473521025364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 RDS

Does B20 RDS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 RDS expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 RDS?
The MOT on B20 RDS expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 RDS done?
B20 RDS was recorded at 165,563 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023.
Has B20 RDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 RDS has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on B20 RDS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on B20 RDS find?
B20 RDS passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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