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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

C6 SVPMOT history

C6 SVP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 219,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

C6 SVP green 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
219,213 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 SVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 SVP was last recorded at 219,213 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 3,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,993 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,220 miles
Average per year
8,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,213 miles
  • 2025 – 215,993 miles
  • 2024 – 213,298 miles
  • 2023 – 211,019 miles
  • 2022 – 207,317 miles
  • 2021 – 206,143 miles
  • 2020 – 203,681 miles
  • 2019 – 199,909 miles
  • 2018 – 196,702 miles
  • 2017 – 193,065 miles
  • 2016 – 187,683 miles
  • 2015 – 179,289 miles
  • 2014 – 172,835 miles
  • 2013 – 162,245 miles
  • 2012 – 153,439 miles
  • 2011 – 145,539 miles
  • 2010 – 134,260 miles
  • 2009 – 115,239 miles
  • 2008 – 93,981 miles
  • 2007 – 76,172 miles
  • 2006 – 49,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,213 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Both rear bump stops missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Seat belt slightly damaged both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,213 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    219,213 miles
    Test number
    129805408362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass215,993 miles (+2,695)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    215,993 miles
    Test number
    736040783718
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both split (3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass213,298 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    213,298 miles
    Test number
    311856047665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass211,019 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    211,019 miles
    Test number
    987992084820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass207,317 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    207,317 miles
    Test number
    537143963344
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  6. Fail207,317 miles (+1,174)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,317 miles
    Test number
    118663024335
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed at spring upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear chassis holed at both rear tie rods front mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear chassis cross member holed at towbar mounting area (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis rusted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  7. Pass206,143 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    206,143 miles
    Test number
    141728245192
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking grease
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryTransfer box output shaft leaking oil, near handbrake shoes
  8. Fail206,143 miles (+2,462)9 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,143 miles
    Test number
    960490812014
    • MajorFuel system component leaking leaking above tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes contaminated with oil, swollen (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking grease
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryTransfer box output shaft leaking oil, near handbrake shoes
  9. Pass203,681 miles (+3,772)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    203,681 miles
    Test number
    129007849974
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner/outter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both axle input hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear output of transfer box prop brake area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords all four (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hub seals slight leak
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFuel pump noisey
  10. Pass199,909 miles (+3,207)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    199,909 miles
    Test number
    587603690936
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump noisey in tank
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop missing
  11. Pass196,702 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    196,702 miles
    Test number
    890043671776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump noisey
  12. Fail196,702 miles (+3,637)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,702 miles
    Test number
    925247698257
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump noisey
  13. Pass193,065 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    193,065 miles
    Test number
    261906803636
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hub seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryParking brake drum contaminated with oil (efficiency good)
    • AdvisoryStain on fuel tank
  14. Fail193,065 miles (+5,382)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,065 miles
    Test number
    259053691877
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hub seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryParking brake drum contaminated with oil (efficiency good)
    • AdvisoryStain on fuel tank
  15. Pass187,683 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    187,683 miles
    Test number
    250818994907
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint rear joint lift (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rear u/j dry
  16. Fail187,683 miles (+8,394)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,683 miles
    Test number
    558494329379
    • FailureFuel system component leaking diesel leaking down rear of engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at rear tie rod mounting areas (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint rear joint lift (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rear u/j dry
  17. Pass179,289 miles (+6,454)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    179,289 miles
    Test number
    339272635154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass172,835 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    172,835 miles
    Test number
    885520624118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,832 miles (+10,587)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,832 miles
    Test number
    237303914172
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront prop u/j worn
  20. Pass162,245 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    162,245 miles
    Test number
    209951003458
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  21. Fail162,240 miles (+8,801)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,240 miles
    Test number
    925549193049
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
  22. Pass153,439 miles (+7,900)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    153,439 miles
    Test number
    795461232155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass145,539 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    145,539 miles
    Test number
    417541701242
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  24. Fail145,515 miles (+11,255)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,515 miles
    Test number
    789990101262
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  25. Pass134,260 miles (+19,021)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    134,260 miles
    Test number
    192283380109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass115,239 miles (+21,258)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    115,239 miles
    Test number
    472048569184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,981 miles (+17,809)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,981 miles
    Test number
    291836188439
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade starting to split
  28. Pass76,172 miles (+26,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,172 miles
    Test number
    673801077111
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  29. Pass49,500 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,500 miles
    Test number
    714704046133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail46,341 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,341 miles
    Test number
    520331556008
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear and offside front mudflaps missing
  31. Pass46,341 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,341 miles
    Test number
    852981156054
    • NoteBoth rear and offside front mudflaps missing

Questions about C6 SVP

Does C6 SVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 SVP is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 SVP?
The MOT on C6 SVP is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 SVP done?
C6 SVP was recorded at 219,213 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 8,477 miles a year.
Has C6 SVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 SVP has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on C6 SVP 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 SVP find?
C6 SVP passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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