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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Petrol · 1993 · 4,600 cc

BC 74MOT history

BC 74 is a grey petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 235,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

BC 74 grey 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 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
235,068 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BC 74
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

BC 74 was last recorded at 235,068 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 1,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,377 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,691 miles
Average per year
2,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 235,068 miles
  • 2024 – 233,377 miles
  • 2023 – 231,478 miles
  • 2022 – 229,969 miles
  • 2021 – 227,993 miles
  • 2020 – 226,226 miles
  • 2019 – 225,159 miles
  • 2018 – 223,843 miles
  • 2017 – 220,969 miles
  • 2016 – 218,095 miles
  • 2015 – 214,176 miles
  • 2014 – 214,145 miles
  • 2013 – 212,714 miles
  • 2012 – 211,071 miles
  • 2011 – 208,244 miles
  • 2010 – 203,244 miles
  • 2009 – 197,710 miles
  • 2008 – 194,327 miles
  • 2007 – 189,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,068 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Slight play steering box lower mounting arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod bush play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,068 miles (+1,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    235,068 miles
    Test number
    437302783243
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass233,377 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    233,377 miles
    Test number
    531437585081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cv joint seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass231,505 miles (+27)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    231,505 miles
    Test number
    795096609504
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions CO and HC high
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play steering box lower mounting arm bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod bush play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail231,478 miles (+1,509)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,478 miles
    Test number
    941880907482
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear suspension A-frame upper ball joint gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Not tested due to excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Excessive blow NSF header pipe joint, joint clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Excessive blow OSF header pipe joint, joint clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play steering box lower mounting arm bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod bush play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass229,969 miles (+1,976)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    229,969 miles
    Test number
    169170684446
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle stabiliser top b/j dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flanges loose blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass227,993 miles (+1,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    227,993 miles
    Test number
    139881887816
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass226,226 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    226,226 miles
    Test number
    851663144387
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Possibly steering box , recommend further investigation asap (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail226,207 miles (+1,048)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,207 miles
    Test number
    675731722901
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Possibly steering box , recommend further investigation asap (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass225,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    225,159 miles
    Test number
    815063470147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail225,159 miles (+1,316)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,159 miles
    Test number
    155854946395
    • DangerousSteering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass223,843 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    223,843 miles
    Test number
    892714126732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass220,969 miles (+2,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    220,969 miles
    Test number
    211753577222
    • AdvisorySide light switch sticking. oil leak from o/s/f swivel.

  13. Pass218,095 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    218,095 miles
    Test number
    816570622018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass214,176 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    214,176 miles
    Test number
    419270974366
    • AdvisoryVery slight oil leak from pas box. slight play in drop arm ball joint.

  15. Pass214,145 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    214,145 miles
    Test number
    375766534354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass212,714 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    212,714 miles
    Test number
    459594353489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail212,711 miles (+1,640)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,711 miles
    Test number
    319823853361
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCentre cross member is missing. all bump stops missing. slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing. slight play in drop arm ball joint. all disc corroded.

  18. Pass211,071 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    211,071 miles
    Test number
    198615942384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass208,244 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    208,244 miles
    Test number
    296106741316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass203,244 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    203,244 miles
    Test number
    323059240369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass197,710 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    197,710 miles
    Test number
    983086149105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass194,327 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    194,327 miles
    Test number
    683441358143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail194,296 miles (+4,307)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,296 miles
    Test number
    402253548104
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass189,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    189,989 miles
    Test number
    873188537178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BC 74

What vehicle is registration BC 74 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BC 74 on a grey petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. 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 BC 74 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BC 74 is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on BC 74?
The MOT on BC 74 is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BC 74 done?
BC 74 was recorded at 235,068 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 2,421 miles a year.
Has BC 74 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BC 74 has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on BC 74 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 BC 74 find?
BC 74 passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear oil leak, but not excessive.

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