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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

C8 PLVMOT history

C8 PLV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 1996. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2025.

C8 PLV 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 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,193 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 PLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 May 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 PLV was last recorded at 97,193 miles on 15 Nov 2025, 3,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,170 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,023 miles
Average per year
3,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,193 miles
  • 2024 – 94,170 miles
  • 2023 – 90,467 miles
  • 2022 – 87,040 miles
  • 2021 – 83,066 miles
  • 2020 – 79,380 miles
  • 2019 – 73,472 miles
  • 2018 – 70,217 miles
  • 2017 – 66,050 miles
  • 2016 – 62,150 miles
  • 2015 – 58,289 miles
  • 2014 – 53,892 miles
  • 2013 – 50,476 miles
  • 2012 – 49,783 miles
  • 2011 – 48,360 miles
  • 2010 – 45,672 miles
  • 2009 – 42,825 miles
  • 2008 – 40,613 miles
  • 2007 – 38,282 miles
  • 2006 – 36,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,193 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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,193 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    960933554622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,170 miles (+3,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,170 miles
    Test number
    606960911055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,467 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,467 miles
    Test number
    789763616476
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail90,463 miles (+37)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,463 miles
    Test number
    754998756437
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail90,426 miles (+3,386)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,426 miles
    Test number
    633151007354
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth door steps insecure

  6. Pass87,040 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,040 miles
    Test number
    366354426850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside central body mount heavily corroded but overall body security not reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside central body mount heavily corroded but overall body security not reduced
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  7. Fail87,040 miles (+3,974)1 major2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,040 miles
    Test number
    150806794875
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside central body mount heavily corroded but overall body security not reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside central body mount heavily corroded but overall body security not reduced
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  8. Pass83,066 miles (+3,686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,066 miles
    Test number
    754983889593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  9. Pass79,380 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    638778307009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body outrigger fuel tank support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail78,379 miles (+4,907)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,379 miles
    Test number
    374642474025
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (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))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body outrigger fuel tank support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass73,472 miles (+3,255)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,472 miles
    Test number
    512756782504
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security central body mount excessively corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security central body mount excessively corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.

  12. Pass70,217 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,217 miles
    Test number
    539856603669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,050 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,050 miles
    Test number
    918719464724
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAdv both front wiper arms have play in fixing

  14. Fail66,050 miles (+3,900)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,050 miles
    Test number
    317402286054
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAdv both front wiper arms have play in fixing

  15. Pass62,150 miles (+3,861)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,150 miles
    Test number
    843496706700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,289 miles (+4,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,289 miles
    Test number
    947308341708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass53,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    477663714209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,892 miles (+3,416)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    377546194136
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdv all road springs corroded
    • NoteAdv both front tyres wearing uneven and perished
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes corroding

  19. Pass50,476 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,476 miles
    Test number
    187144613180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing
    • NoteRear A frame ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • NoteRear cross member slight corrosion
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  20. Fail50,476 miles (+693)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,476 miles
    Test number
    216514413148
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing
    • NoteRear A frame ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • NoteRear cross member slight corrosion
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  21. Pass49,783 miles (+1,423)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,783 miles
    Test number
    628468802118
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  22. Pass48,360 miles (+2,688)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    478065921178
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted
    • NoteSteering damper n/s bush worn

  23. Pass45,672 miles (+2,847)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,672 miles
    Test number
    144705820193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll tyres slight perishing
    • NoteN/s steering damper bush slight wear

  24. Pass42,825 miles (+2,212)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,825 miles
    Test number
    961459219181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing
    • NoteO/s steering damper bush slight wear

  25. Pass40,613 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,613 miles
    Test number
    733824218125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  26. Fail40,613 miles (+2,331)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,613 miles
    Test number
    592134418139
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  27. Pass38,282 miles (+2,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,282 miles
    Test number
    764715417103
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass36,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,164 miles
    Test number
    671006516143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 PLV

Does C8 PLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 PLV is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 PLV?
The MOT on C8 PLV is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 PLV done?
C8 PLV was recorded at 97,193 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2025, an average of 3,121 miles a year.
Has C8 PLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 PLV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 PLV 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 PLV find?
C8 PLV passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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