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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

C8 MEKMOT history

C8 MEK is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 137,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

C8 MEK 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 27 May 2027
Mileage
137,985 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MEK was last recorded at 137,985 miles on 28 May 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,919 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
5,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,985 miles
  • 2025 – 132,514 miles
  • 2024 – 125,909 miles
  • 2023 – 120,780 miles
  • 2022 – 118,672 miles
  • 2021 – 116,802 miles
  • 2020 – 114,638 miles
  • 2019 – 112,769 miles
  • 2018 – 109,021 miles
  • 2017 – 104,901 miles
  • 2016 – 101,180 miles
  • 2015 – 99,306 miles
  • 2014 – 95,756 miles
  • 2013 – 91,253 miles
  • 2012 – 81,812 miles
  • 2011 – 73,974 miles
  • 2010 – 62,425 miles
  • 2009 – 56,237 miles
  • 2008 – 47,032 miles
  • 2007 – 40,144 miles
  • 2006 – 29,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing uneven on 3mRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering arms locking nuts loose

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,985 miles (+66)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,985 miles
    Test number
    133008611366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing uneven on 3m
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySteering arms locking nuts loose

  2. Fail137,919 miles (+5,405)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,919 miles
    Test number
    964018399489
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s front (front) track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Towbar attachment insecure safety pin missing (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt connected to steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing uneven on 3m
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  3. Pass132,514 miles (+6,605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,514 miles
    Test number
    171066954203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,909 miles (+5,129)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,909 miles
    Test number
    181776447355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,780 miles (+2,108)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,780 miles
    Test number
    955670664774
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pitman arm ball joint rubber (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

  6. Pass118,672 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,672 miles
    Test number
    863621976958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides too front flex`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement on axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush perishing / cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail118,672 miles (+1,870)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,672 miles
    Test number
    817106580536
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop link boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides too front flex`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement on axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush perishing / cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    116,802 miles
    Test number
    488733303740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail116,802 miles (+2,164)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,802 miles
    Test number
    280186008094
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working offside wiper arm not moving (3.4 (a))

  10. Pass114,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,638 miles
    Test number
    708451584532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail114,638 miles (+1,869)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,638 miles
    Test number
    339594974379
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass112,769 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,769 miles
    Test number
    362380586966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail112,766 miles (+3,745)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,766 miles
    Test number
    387387773043
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning light on

  14. Pass109,021 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,021 miles
    Test number
    350319937510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,901 miles
    Test number
    301237797410
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt axle to diff (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail104,896 miles (+3,716)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,896 miles
    Test number
    140657017803
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release plug missing (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt axle to diff (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass101,180 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,180 miles
    Test number
    682977138191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail101,177 miles (+1,871)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,177 miles
    Test number
    793853741821
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion x3 side step mounts (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass99,306 miles (+7)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,306 miles
    Test number
    496589095182
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres stepped
    • NoteO/s door step insecure
    • NoteO/s/f axle swivel leaking

  20. Fail99,299 miles (+3,543)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,299 miles
    Test number
    538808595168
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres stepped
    • NoteO/s door step insecure
    • NoteO/s/f axle swivel leaking

  21. Pass95,756 miles (+4,503)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,756 miles
    Test number
    355709084146
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres badley stepped on inner edge

  22. Pass91,253 miles (+220)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    91,253 miles
    Test number
    628891393166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePower steering noisey

  23. Fail91,033 miles (+9,221)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    276718773428
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePower steering noisey

  24. Pass81,812 miles (+7,838)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,812 miles
    Test number
    136610402243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,974 miles
    Test number
    697849991198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail73,974 miles (+11,549)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,974 miles
    Test number
    718439791171
    • FailureFront registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass62,425 miles (+6,188)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,425 miles
    Test number
    802104370069
    • NoteNearside front Hub seal has slight leak

  28. Pass56,237 miles (+9,205)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,237 miles
    Test number
    991789679034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    840615588018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail47,032 miles (+6,888)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    370195688063
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  31. Pass40,144 miles (+10,152)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,144 miles
    Test number
    894357827041
    • NoteAdvise front no plate smaller than standard
    • NoteAdvise seat belts of a diffrent type fitted

  32. Pass29,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,992 miles
    Test number
    362267726072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MEK

Does C8 MEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MEK is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 MEK?
The MOT on C8 MEK is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MEK done?
C8 MEK was recorded at 137,985 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 5,312 miles a year.
Has C8 MEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MEK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 MEK 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 C8 MEK find?
C8 MEK passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; o/s front tyre wearing uneven on 3m, and 2 more.

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