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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

C6 OBWMOT history

C6 OBW is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 184,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

C6 OBW black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
184,624 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 OBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 OBW was last recorded at 184,624 miles on 23 May 2025, 307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,317 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
307 miles
Average per year
4,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 184,624 miles
  • 2022 – 184,317 miles
  • 2020 – 181,230 miles
  • 2019 – 175,243 miles
  • 2018 – 168,040 miles
  • 2017 – 166,684 miles
  • 2016 – 160,906 miles
  • 2015 – 154,684 miles
  • 2014 – 148,129 miles
  • 2013 – 140,691 miles
  • 2012 – 138,847 miles
  • 2011 – 134,563 miles
  • 2010 – 132,662 miles
  • 2009 – 128,246 miles
  • 2008 – 125,089 miles
  • 2007 – 116,683 miles
  • 2006 – 102,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,624 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to under body

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,624 miles (+307)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    184,624 miles
    Test number
    908023850681
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to under body

  2. Pass184,317 miles (+3,087)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,317 miles
    Test number
    147078057946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass181,230 miles (+5,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    181,230 miles
    Test number
    198554883896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass175,243 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    175,243 miles
    Test number
    730635555320
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    408416315381
    • DangerousNearside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass168,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    168,040 miles
    Test number
    895047771921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,033 miles (+1,349)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,033 miles
    Test number
    298945755785
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mount & join corroded

  8. Pass166,684 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    166,684 miles
    Test number
    409327382248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail166,659 miles (+5,753)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,659 miles
    Test number
    133142311274
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play at steering drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass160,906 miles (+6,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    160,906 miles
    Test number
    621948123837
    • AdvisoryRear chassis o/s slight corrosion

  11. Pass154,684 miles (+6,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    154,684 miles
    Test number
    277784575123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass148,129 miles (+7,438)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    148,129 miles
    Test number
    949156654171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,691 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    140,691 miles
    Test number
    317405873156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering drop arm has slight play in joint

  14. Fail140,691 miles (+1,844)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,691 miles
    Test number
    777893763197
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering drop arm has slight play in joint

  15. Pass138,847 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    138,847 miles
    Test number
    998436062140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,563 miles (+1,901)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    134,563 miles
    Test number
    527505391078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,662 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    132,662 miles
    Test number
    473878890013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass132,375 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    132,375 miles
    Test number
    171846370034
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber split
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes

  19. Fail132,375 miles (+4,129)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,375 miles
    Test number
    381446270094
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber split
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes

  20. Pass128,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    128,246 miles
    Test number
    544515989071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail128,246 miles (+3,157)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,246 miles
    Test number
    343985689016
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  22. Pass125,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    125,089 miles
    Test number
    991999898056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail125,089 miles (+8,406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,089 miles
    Test number
    843868298044
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass116,683 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    116,683 miles
    Test number
    284337787025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail116,572 miles (+14,514)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,572 miles
    Test number
    541555287037
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass102,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    102,058 miles
    Test number
    861391006149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 OBW

Does C6 OBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C6 OBW expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C6 OBW?
The MOT on C6 OBW expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C6 OBW done?
C6 OBW was recorded at 184,624 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 4,319 miles a year.
Has C6 OBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 OBW has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on C6 OBW 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 C6 OBW find?
C6 OBW passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, and 5 more.

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