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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1987 · 2,495 cc

D1 MFBMOT history

D1 MFB is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Apr 1987. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

D1 MFB 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 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
75,128 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 MFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
9 Apr 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 MFB was last recorded at 75,128 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2021: 51,818 miles, lower than 73,286 miles on 23 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,125 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,128 miles
  • 2025 – 74,759 miles
  • 2024 – 74,366 miles
  • 2023 – 73,936 miles
  • 2022 – 73,516 miles
  • 2021 – 73,286 miles
  • 2020 – 72,674 miles
  • 2019 – 72,024 miles
  • 2018 – 71,370 miles
  • 2017 – 71,117 miles
  • 2016 – 70,455 miles
  • 2015 – 70,150 miles
  • 2014 – 70,021 miles
  • 2013 – 69,892 miles
  • 2012 – 69,688 miles
  • 2011 – 65,580 miles
  • 2009 – 55,559 miles
  • 2008 – 55,436 miles
  • 2007 – 54,852 miles
  • 2006 – 53,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,128 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 Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Front Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,128 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    75,128 miles
    Test number
    546904013194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,125 miles (+366)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,125 miles
    Test number
    423164241463
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

  3. Pass74,759 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    74,759 miles
    Test number
    954974815590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,756 miles (+390)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    716476519897
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  5. Pass74,366 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,366 miles
    Test number
    551544686529
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail74,366 miles (+430)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,366 miles
    Test number
    921653078647
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,936 miles
    Test number
    787889685619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,936 miles (+420)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,936 miles
    Test number
    317565543414
    • MajorNearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,516 miles
    Test number
    678819032130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail73,516 miles (+230)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,516 miles
    Test number
    388195494665
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,286 miles
    Test number
    471786281662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,818 miles (-21,468)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,818 miles
    Test number
    804071836667
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,286 miles (+612)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,286 miles
    Test number
    595040995655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,674 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    164405479334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,024 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,024 miles
    Test number
    129390393597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Fail72,024 miles (+654)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,024 miles
    Test number
    398225568750
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  17. Pass71,370 miles (+253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,370 miles
    Test number
    243437935541
    • AdvisoryAll tyres in poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass71,117 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,117 miles
    Test number
    285800361469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,455 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,455 miles
    Test number
    394799695050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,444 miles (+294)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,444 miles
    Test number
    161254032091
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass70,150 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    615220645067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  22. Pass70,021 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,021 miles
    Test number
    157149254084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,892 miles (+204)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,892 miles
    Test number
    169220313072
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on various chassis sections

  24. Pass69,688 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    829565522057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,580 miles (+10,021)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    848985201058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs scored

  26. Pass55,559 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,559 miles
    Test number
    233822529178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass55,436 miles (+584)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    212954048137
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak from differential seal.
    • NoteTransfer box mounting broken.

  28. Pass54,852 miles (+980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,852 miles
    Test number
    710565357045
    • NoteFront discs slightly marked ;slight play in steering and slight free play at steering wheel

  29. Pass53,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,872 miles
    Test number
    153111366467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D1 MFB

Does D1 MFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 MFB is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 MFB?
The MOT on D1 MFB is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 MFB done?
D1 MFB was recorded at 75,128 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,067 miles a year.
Has D1 MFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 MFB has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on D1 MFB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D1 MFB find?
D1 MFB passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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