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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1986 · 2,496 cc

D709 ADFMOT history

D709 ADF is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1986. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 49,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

D709 ADF blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2026
Mileage
49,691 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D709 ADF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
1 Aug 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

D709 ADF was last recorded at 49,691 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 3,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,585 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,106 miles
Average per year
435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,691 miles
  • 2023 – 46,585 miles
  • 2022 – 46,561 miles
  • 2020 – 46,544 miles
  • 2019 – 46,541 miles
  • 2018 – 46,482 miles
  • 2017 – 46,307 miles
  • 2016 – 45,733 miles
  • 2015 – 45,641 miles
  • 2014 – 45,551 miles
  • 2013 – 45,404 miles
  • 2012 – 45,108 miles
  • 2011 – 45,015 miles
  • 2010 – 44,482 miles
  • 2009 – 43,989 miles
  • 2008 – 43,792 miles
  • 2007 – 43,141 miles
  • 2006 – 42,429 miles
  • 2005 – 41,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,691 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn,n/s

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear chassis & centre cross member corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,691 miles (+3,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    49,691 miles
    Test number
    431367009081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn,n/s

  2. Pass46,585 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,585 miles
    Test number
    259303232917
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis & centre cross member corroding
    • AdvisorySteering damper n/s mounting bushs worn

  3. Fail46,585 miles (+24)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,585 miles
    Test number
    316337178858
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis & centre cross member corroding
    • AdvisorySteering damper n/s mounting bushs worn

  4. Pass46,561 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,561 miles
    Test number
    457587296887
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Fail46,560 miles (+16)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,560 miles
    Test number
    691436646793
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear shaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass46,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,544 miles
    Test number
    752030824047
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail46,544 miles (+3)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,544 miles
    Test number
    483344013484
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass46,541 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,541 miles
    Test number
    198631247865
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail46,539 miles (+57)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,539 miles
    Test number
    757144393164
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass46,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    328912260847
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail46,482 miles (+175)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    515633819232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass46,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    332588942482
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail46,307 miles (+574)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    288571298721
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass45,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    385735145247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail45,733 miles (+92)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    255945879716
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass45,641 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    743078226595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,640 miles (+89)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,640 miles
    Test number
    965161168384
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  18. Pass45,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,551 miles
    Test number
    838791514361
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail45,549 miles (+145)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,549 miles
    Test number
    915011314359
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Fail45,404 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,404 miles
    Test number
    558800813336
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass45,404 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,404 miles
    Test number
    938830813340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,108 miles
    Test number
    518004112361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,180 miles (+165)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,180 miles
    Test number
    955894112303
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass45,015 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,015 miles
    Test number
    586292811383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,013 miles (+531)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,013 miles
    Test number
    278338801338
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass44,482 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,482 miles
    Test number
    444339900307
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail44,481 miles (+492)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,481 miles
    Test number
    421068100448
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass43,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,989 miles
    Test number
    511318009385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail43,989 miles (+197)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,989 miles
    Test number
    411386609486
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass43,792 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,792 miles
    Test number
    773400318333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail43,686 miles (+545)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,686 miles
    Test number
    103823888236
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  32. Pass43,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,141 miles
    Test number
    493619797212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail43,141 miles (+712)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,141 miles
    Test number
    593789697281
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  34. Pass42,429 miles (+1,256)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,429 miles
    Test number
    744563606313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass41,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    41,173 miles
    Test number
    341116905341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D709 ADF

Does D709 ADF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D709 ADF expired on 1 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D709 ADF?
The MOT on D709 ADF expired on 1 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D709 ADF done?
D709 ADF was recorded at 49,691 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 435 miles a year.
Has D709 ADF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D709 ADF has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on D709 ADF 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 D709 ADF find?
D709 ADF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; steering damper bush worn,n/s.

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