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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

BAS 138MOT history

BAS 138 is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 165,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

BAS 138 black 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
165,748 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BAS 138
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BAS 138 was last recorded at 165,748 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 7,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,242 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,506 miles
Average per year
7,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,748 miles
  • 2025 – 158,242 miles
  • 2024 – 150,462 miles
  • 2023 – 143,108 miles
  • 2022 – 136,032 miles
  • 2021 – 124,384 miles
  • 2020 – 117,717 miles
  • 2018 – 98,993 miles
  • 2017 – 87,169 miles
  • 2016 – 84,780 miles
  • 2015 – 78,412 miles
  • 2014 – 73,297 miles
  • 2013 – 68,562 miles
  • 2012 – 64,760 miles
  • 2011 – 55,371 miles
  • 2010 – 41,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,748 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,748 miles (+7,506)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    165,748 miles
    Test number
    219925613646
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass158,242 miles (+7,780)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,242 miles
    Test number
    646230383513
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,462 miles (+7,354)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,462 miles
    Test number
    649382775672
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass143,108 miles (+7,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    143,108 miles
    Test number
    706789427646
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass136,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,032 miles
    Test number
    792779677014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail136,032 miles (+11,648)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,032 miles
    Test number
    277816844980
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass124,384 miles (+6,667)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    124,384 miles
    Test number
    562584374846
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily waxoiled underneath

  8. Pass117,717 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,717 miles
    Test number
    604872547210
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail117,708 miles (+18,715)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,708 miles
    Test number
    485005131676
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass98,993 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,993 miles
    Test number
    343334444914
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  11. Fail98,906 miles (+11,737)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,906 miles
    Test number
    571799679480
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  12. Pass87,169 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,169 miles
    Test number
    945978749776
    • AdvisorySteering box leak

  13. Fail87,168 miles (+2,388)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,168 miles
    Test number
    850676791289
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box leak

  14. Pass84,780 miles (+6,368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    724874327710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box wet

  15. Pass78,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    78,412 miles
    Test number
    622614678839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,412 miles (+5,115)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,412 miles
    Test number
    502227066390
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass73,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,297 miles
    Test number
    978266914327
    • NoteSteering box has started to leak

  18. Fail73,297 miles (+4,735)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,297 miles
    Test number
    437364014305
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • NoteSteering box has started to leak

  19. Pass68,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    385945013381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,562 miles (+3,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    766135613390
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass64,760 miles (+9,389)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,760 miles
    Test number
    848137802382
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass55,371 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    349509691488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear axle leaking oil

  23. Fail55,371 miles (+13,746)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    685609491273
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear axle leaking oil

  24. Pass41,625 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,625 miles
    Test number
    421401370226
    • 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)

Questions about BAS 138

What vehicle is registration BAS 138 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BAS 138 on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2007. 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 BAS 138 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BAS 138 is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on BAS 138?
The MOT on BAS 138 is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BAS 138 done?
BAS 138 was recorded at 165,748 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 7,775 miles a year.
Has BAS 138 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BAS 138 has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on BAS 138 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 BAS 138 find?
BAS 138 passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis.

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