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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1985 · 2,496 cc

B660 RCGMOT history

B660 RCG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Feb 1985. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

B660 RCG blue 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 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
147,818 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B660 RCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
7 Feb 1985
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

B660 RCG was last recorded at 147,818 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,312 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,506 miles
Average per year
807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,818 miles
  • 2024 – 146,312 miles
  • 2023 – 144,292 miles
  • 2022 – 142,889 miles
  • 2021 – 142,637 miles
  • 2020 – 142,287 miles
  • 2019 – 142,135 miles
  • 2018 – 142,059 miles
  • 2017 – 141,940 miles
  • 2014 – 141,884 miles
  • 2013 – 141,860 miles
  • 2012 – 141,516 miles
  • 2011 – 139,636 miles
  • 2010 – 137,033 miles
  • 2009 – 136,327 miles
  • 2008 – 133,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,818 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage union on back of st pump (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Various areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,818 miles (+1,506)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    147,818 miles
    Test number
    649769419016
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage union on back of st pump (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Pass146,312 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    146,312 miles
    Test number
    938095848840
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail146,307 miles (+2,015)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,307 miles
    Test number
    716850418895
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass144,292 miles (+1,403)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    144,292 miles
    Test number
    307979250583
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage reservoir to steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass142,889 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,889 miles
    Test number
    718926522659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,637 miles (+350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,637 miles
    Test number
    709556551698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass142,287 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,287 miles
    Test number
    713845206866
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning inoperative, vehicle to old to apply for failure
  8. Fail142,286 miles (+151)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,286 miles
    Test number
    213853250104
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning inoperative, vehicle to old to apply for failure
  9. Pass142,135 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,135 miles
    Test number
    698751754017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,059 miles (+119)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,059 miles
    Test number
    499486046266
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise all indicator lenses deteriorated/ discoloured
    • AdvisoryAdvise all tyres deteriorated/ perished (cracking in the tread and side walls)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear light lenses deteriorated/discoloured
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  11. Pass141,940 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    141,940 miles
    Test number
    874357944777
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both rear (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre outer side wall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  12. Fail141,937 miles (+53)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,937 miles
    Test number
    328873649361
    • FailureCentral Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty horn operation affected by indicator/main beam stalk (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both rear (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre outer side wall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  13. Pass141,884 miles (+1)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    141,884 miles
    Test number
    478768154325
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHand Brake tell tale not working
  14. Fail141,883 miles (+23)6 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,883 miles
    Test number
    489490144494
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHand brake tell tale not working.
  15. Pass141,860 miles (+21)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    141,860 miles
    Test number
    696791533371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHead light deteriorated
  16. Fail141,839 miles (+323)15 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,839 miles
    Test number
    139147513219
    • FailureCentre Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass141,516 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    141,516 miles
    Test number
    969781682031
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Fail141,515 miles (+1,879)12 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,515 miles
    Test number
    347045272059
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass139,636 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    139,636 miles
    Test number
    665578281037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail139,603 miles (+2,570)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,603 miles
    Test number
    936787171052
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  21. Pass137,033 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    137,033 miles
    Test number
    280323000134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass136,327 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    136,327 miles
    Test number
    951102279060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail136,325 miles (+2,787)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    250020379019
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  24. Pass133,538 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    133,538 miles
    Test number
    461918178094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront propshaft bolt missing
  25. Fail133,538 miles9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,538 miles
    Test number
    133367578054
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront propshaft bolt missing

Questions about B660 RCG

Does B660 RCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B660 RCG is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on B660 RCG?
The MOT on B660 RCG is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B660 RCG done?
B660 RCG was recorded at 147,818 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 807 miles a year.
Has B660 RCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B660 RCG has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on B660 RCG 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 B660 RCG find?
B660 RCG passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage union on back of st pump.

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