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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1987 · 2,494 cc

D265 PWLMOT history

D265 PWL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1987. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 189,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

D265 PWL 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 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
189,265 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D265 PWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 Apr 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D265 PWL was last recorded at 189,265 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 3,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,997 miles · 9 Feb 2015
Between the last two tests
3,268 miles
Average per year
1,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,265 miles
  • 2015 – 185,997 miles
  • 2014 – 183,621 miles
  • 2012 – 179,847 miles
  • 2011 – 171,643 miles
  • 2010 – 167,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,265 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,265 miles (+3,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    189,265 miles
    Test number
    370110595919
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass185,997 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    185,997 miles
    Test number
    145330245474
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront diff bearing play
    • NoteNearside front & offside front steering hubs slight play
    • NoteRear diff worn
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteSteering drop arm ball joint slight play

  3. Fail185,997 miles (+2,376)3 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,997 miles
    Test number
    305424835091
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront diff bearing play
    • NoteNearside front & offside front steering hubs slight play
    • NoteRear diff worn
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteSteering drop arm ball joint slight play

  4. Pass183,621 miles4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    183,621 miles
    Test number
    115739724454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront diff bearing play
    • NoteFront prop shaft UJ bearing play
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working
    • NoteRear diff worn
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteRearside front fog lamp damaged (repaired with tape )

  5. Fail183,621 miles (+3,774)3 repaired4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,621 miles
    Test number
    375489624039
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront diff bearing play
    • NoteFront prop shaft UJ bearing play
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working
    • NoteRear diff worn
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteRearside front fog lamp damaged (repaired with tape )

  6. Pass179,847 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    179,847 miles
    Test number
    229877602159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNear side and off side rear bump rubbers missing.
    • NoteSlight play in near side front steering axle/hub ball.

  7. Fail179,847 miles (+8,204)11 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,847 miles
    Test number
    208833402466
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNear side and off side rear bump rubbers missing.
    • NoteRear propshaft,rear U/J worn out.
    • NoteSlight corrosion to off side front "A" post near wing mirror mounting.
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering system.
    • NoteSlight play in near side front steering axle/hub ball.

  8. Pass171,643 miles (+4,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    171,643 miles
    Test number
    967794101129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass167,368 miles (+27)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    981576890090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bumpstop missing

  10. Fail167,341 miles13 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,341 miles
    Test number
    864840850081
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bump stop missing
    • NoteTow bar mounting rubbing on fuel tank

Questions about D265 PWL

Does D265 PWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D265 PWL is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on D265 PWL?
The MOT on D265 PWL is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D265 PWL done?
D265 PWL was recorded at 189,265 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 1,371 miles a year.
Has D265 PWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D265 PWL has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on D265 PWL 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 D265 PWL find?
D265 PWL passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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