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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1984 · 2,496 cc

B707 APUMOT history

B707 APU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Jan 1985. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 121,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
121,468 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B707 APU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
4 Jan 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

B707 APU was last recorded at 121,468 miles on 3 Feb 2025, 2,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,378 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,090 miles
Average per year
2,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,468 miles
  • 2024 – 119,378 miles
  • 2023 – 118,295 miles
  • 2022 – 117,034 miles
  • 2021 – 115,725 miles
  • 2020 – 114,387 miles
  • 2019 – 112,282 miles
  • 2018 – 109,459 miles
  • 2017 – 107,434 miles
  • 2016 – 104,454 miles
  • 2015 – 100,277 miles
  • 2014 – 96,649 miles
  • 2013 – 91,957 miles
  • 2012 – 87,957 miles
  • 2011 – 86,038 miles
  • 2010 – 83,136 miles
  • 2009 – 80,030 miles
  • 2008 – 77,470 miles
  • 2006 – 73,272 miles
  • 2005 – 65,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,468 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor8 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front inner pads worn considerably more than outer pads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    121,468 miles
    Test number
    920627813893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,466 miles (+2,088)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,466 miles
    Test number
    203988945718
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass119,378 miles (+1,083)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,378 miles
    Test number
    919281064071
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm front mounting point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail bump stop mounting point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm on limit (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades poor
  4. Pass118,295 miles (+1,261)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,295 miles
    Test number
    774331870116
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt ON LIMIT NOW (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside slightly lagging (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside - deteriorating (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear body support bar heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMoisture at both front and rear axle diff
    • AdvisorySteering linkage drop arm from steering box - ball joint dust cover - ON LIMIT NOW
  5. Pass117,034 miles (+64)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    728928065395
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner pads worn considerably more than outer pads
    • AdvisoryNearside rear floor areas corroded
  6. Fail116,970 miles (+1,245)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,970 miles
    Test number
    653613576389
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside the lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on limit now (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively on limit now (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront inner pads worn considerably more than outer pads
    • AdvisoryNearside rear floor areas corroded
  7. Pass115,725 miles (+21)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    115,725 miles
    Test number
    304173069379
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer chassis leg corroded near spring cup mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of chassis leg corroded near bump stop/spring cup mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive small leak around rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail115,704 miles (+1,317)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,704 miles
    Test number
    184860698563
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger side plate corroded marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger under side corroded marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer chassis leg marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger corroded under side marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer chassis leg near front hockey stick marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer chassis leg marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer chassis leg corroded near spring cup mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of chassis leg corroded near bump stop/spring cup mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive small leak around rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass114,387 miles (+31)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,387 miles
    Test number
    735988383398
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking from flange/seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osf/nsf spring cups at bottom off chassis leg starting to corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket for hockey stick bush heavily corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg corroded around the bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Fail114,356 miles (+2,074)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,356 miles
    Test number
    469041043120
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger corroded on top marked yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg corroded near the hockey stick rear bush marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg corroded near the hockey stick rear bush marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis spring cup corroded through marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking from flange/seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osf/nsf spring cups at bottom off chassis leg starting to corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket for hockey stick bush heavily corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg corroded around the bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass112,282 miles (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,282 miles
    Test number
    132010685129
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail112,266 miles (+2,807)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,266 miles
    Test number
    631232615218
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer exit pipe areas marked in yellow chalk (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front moisture around spherical hub bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis areas corroding seen through wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil residue front diff and transfer box areas
  13. Pass109,459 miles (+2,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,459 miles
    Test number
    352483558995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass107,434 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,434 miles
    Test number
    609167989126
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Fail107,396 miles (+2,942)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,396 miles
    Test number
    217198579021
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings in wheel arch at rear marked in yellow chalk (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Pass104,454 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    104,454 miles
    Test number
    954148536304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  17. Fail104,410 miles (+4,133)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,410 miles
    Test number
    770046072908
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis to floor two places marked yellow (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  18. Pass100,277 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    100,277 miles
    Test number
    637977385012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSlight brake pedal travel
  19. Fail100,277 miles (+3,628)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,277 miles
    Test number
    218365285028
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSlight brake pedal travel
  20. Pass96,649 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,649 miles
    Test number
    505348684072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,957 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,957 miles
    Test number
    167931373026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,957 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,957 miles
    Test number
    888681982062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  23. Fail87,954 miles (+1,916)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,954 miles
    Test number
    847193472029
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  24. Pass86,038 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    86,038 miles
    Test number
    487470661038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass83,136 miles (+3,106)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,136 miles
    Test number
    243515930020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,030 miles (+2,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,030 miles
    Test number
    343227639061
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  27. Pass77,470 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,470 miles
    Test number
    800734958059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail77,467 miles (+4,195)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,467 miles
    Test number
    893693548074
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  29. Pass73,272 miles (+7,307)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,272 miles
    Test number
    652658766272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,965 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    243206275229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail65,964 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,964 miles
    Test number
    302036865243
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Questions about B707 APU

Does B707 APU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B707 APU expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B707 APU?
The MOT on B707 APU expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B707 APU done?
B707 APU was recorded at 121,468 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2025, an average of 2,866 miles a year.
Has B707 APU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B707 APU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on B707 APU 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 B707 APU find?
B707 APU passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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