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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1988 · 2,496 cc

C5 AGCMOT history

C5 AGC is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Oct 1988. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 159,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

C5 AGC white 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 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,458 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
3 Oct 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AGC was last recorded at 159,458 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,369 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
89 miles
Average per year
1,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,458 miles
  • 2024 – 159,369 miles
  • 2023 – 157,791 miles
  • 2021 – 156,927 miles
  • 2020 – 155,394 miles
  • 2019 – 153,231 miles
  • 2018 – 151,754 miles
  • 2017 – 151,438 miles
  • 2016 – 150,213 miles
  • 2015 – 149,432 miles
  • 2014 – 147,621 miles
  • 2013 – 145,813 miles
  • 2012 – 143,113 miles
  • 2011 – 140,585 miles
  • 2010 – 136,683 miles
  • 2009 – 133,225 miles
  • 2008 – 129,930 miles
  • 2007 – 127,001 miles
  • 2006 – 123,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,458 miles

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,458 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,458 miles
    Test number
    791025788919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,369 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,369 miles
    Test number
    569032701324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,791 miles (+864)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    157,791 miles
    Test number
    559717166618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    156,927 miles
    Test number
    674484364411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail156,927 miles (+37)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,927 miles
    Test number
    539306519056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft bearing likely to break up unsafe for road use (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail156,890 miles (+1,496)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,890 miles
    Test number
    445355834164
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass155,394 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    155,394 miles
    Test number
    177694343312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail155,390 miles (+2,159)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,390 miles
    Test number
    292184546115
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by ladder (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass153,231 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    153,231 miles
    Test number
    247523241448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail153,229 miles (+4)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,229 miles
    Test number
    858867854083
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail153,225 miles (+1,471)1 dangerous14 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,225 miles
    Test number
    149206757388
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged Brake pipe to caliper kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn Front prop (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear diff mount ball joint cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass151,754 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    151,754 miles
    Test number
    619566981157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge pressure low . (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail151,754 miles (+316)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,754 miles
    Test number
    356601173576
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge pressure low . (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass151,438 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,438 miles
    Test number
    808444519449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on side wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Fail151,435 miles (+1,222)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,435 miles
    Test number
    101102363155
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play leaking oil (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play leaking oil (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on side wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass150,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    150,213 miles
    Test number
    867496086747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail150,213 miles (+14)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,213 miles
    Test number
    926178532412
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose At connection with steering box drop arm. Split pin missing. Securing nut appeared tight at time of inspection. (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.
  18. Fail150,199 miles (+767)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,199 miles
    Test number
    283288124927
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x 3 places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x 3 places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x 3 places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass149,432 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    149,432 miles
    Test number
    375671134160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail149,414 miles (+1,793)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,414 miles
    Test number
    218301584392
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass147,621 miles (+15)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    147,621 miles
    Test number
    765771934232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail147,606 miles (+1,793)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,606 miles
    Test number
    977007824208
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass145,813 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    145,813 miles
    Test number
    428421133284
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteTow bar removed
  24. Fail145,813 miles (+2,700)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,813 miles
    Test number
    336798623205
    • FailureCentre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  25. Pass143,113 miles8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    143,113 miles
    Test number
    895403432257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteFuel tank leaking? damp and smells
    • NoteNearside rear hub seal leaking
  26. Fail143,113 miles (+2,528)6 failures8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,113 miles
    Test number
    707611932271
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteFuel tank leaking? damp and smells
    • NoteNearside rear hub seal leaking
  27. Pass140,585 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    140,585 miles
    Test number
    158448321226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front floor corroded
  28. Fail140,585 miles (+3,902)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,585 miles
    Test number
    945077021270
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front floor corroded
  29. Pass136,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    136,683 miles
    Test number
    462259320236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail136,683 miles (+3,458)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,683 miles
    Test number
    211217510246
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  31. Pass133,225 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    133,225 miles
    Test number
    613478369184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass129,930 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    129,930 miles
    Test number
    464660928117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass127,001 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    127,001 miles
    Test number
    191068967481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail126,981 miles (+3,419)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,981 miles
    Test number
    462461367069
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
  35. Pass123,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    123,562 miles
    Test number
    180174636039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 AGC

Does C5 AGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AGC is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 AGC?
The MOT on C5 AGC is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AGC done?
C5 AGC was recorded at 159,458 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,759 miles a year.
Has C5 AGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AGC has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 AGC 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 C5 AGC find?
C5 AGC passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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