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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

DFR 8MOT history

DFR 8 is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 134,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

DFR 8 black 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,474 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DFR 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DFR 8 was last recorded at 134,474 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,087 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
387 miles
Average per year
4,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,474 miles
  • 2025 – 131,410 miles
  • 2024 – 125,412 miles
  • 2022 – 120,264 miles
  • 2021 – 116,738 miles
  • 2020 – 113,498 miles
  • 2019 – 112,466 miles
  • 2017 – 112,078 miles
  • 2016 – 109,470 miles
  • 2015 – 107,638 miles
  • 2014 – 103,502 miles
  • 2012 – 85,194 miles
  • 2011 – 82,414 miles
  • 2010 – 72,004 miles
  • 2009 – 65,719 miles
  • 2008 – 53,435 miles
  • 2007 – 45,230 miles
  • 2006 – 40,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,474 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f hub seal leaking

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,474 miles (+387)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,474 miles
    Test number
    546836261014
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f hub seal leaking
  2. Fail134,087 miles (+2,677)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,087 miles
    Test number
    961853309961
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (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))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass131,410 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    131,410 miles
    Test number
    934375609684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,396 miles (+5,984)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,396 miles
    Test number
    766497775444
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking box (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass125,412 miles (+164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,412 miles
    Test number
    896305203543
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive wheel hub. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal. from front to back.
  6. Fail125,248 miles (+4,984)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,248 miles
    Test number
    518207622920
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced central chassis corroded and inadequately repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slight damage
    • AdvisoryExhaust minor leak at flexible
    • AdvisoryOil leaks detected
    • AdvisorySome wear suspension
  7. Pass120,264 miles (+3,526)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,264 miles
    Test number
    684572408820
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral oil leaks
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion and repair
  8. Pass116,738 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,738 miles
    Test number
    409573400558
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Front prop shaft .Rear universal joint. (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  9. Fail116,732 miles (+3,234)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,732 miles
    Test number
    815023173147
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Front prop shaft .Rear universal joint. (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  10. Pass113,498 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,498 miles
    Test number
    689752373505
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExcessive amount of underseal used unable to check body work correctly
  11. Fail113,488 miles (+745)15 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,488 miles
    Test number
    641177506681
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass112,743 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    112,743 miles
    Test number
    316229888645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,466 miles (+16)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,466 miles
    Test number
    801650572792
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt On steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in thick under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe hole chassis is coated in very thick under seal
  14. Fail112,450 miles (+372)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,450 miles
    Test number
    945488913508
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt On steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in thick under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe hole chassis is coated in very thick under seal
  15. Pass112,078 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,078 miles
    Test number
    306820934986
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail112,078 miles (+2,608)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,078 miles
    Test number
    351966083089
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint Steering idler (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass109,470 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,470 miles
    Test number
    216957252634
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass107,638 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,638 miles
    Test number
    906901025143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail107,636 miles (+4,134)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,636 miles
    Test number
    659720925115
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail103,502 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,502 miles
    Test number
    207009414458
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  21. Pass103,502 miles (+18,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,502 miles
    Test number
    489009614135
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  22. Pass85,194 miles (+28)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,194 miles
    Test number
    485763112342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Fail85,166 miles (+2,752)2 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,166 miles
    Test number
    259460312369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass82,414 miles (+56)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,414 miles
    Test number
    846170021342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  25. Fail82,358 miles (+10,354)6 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    305966001347
    • DangerousHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • DangerousHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • DangerousHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  26. Pass72,004 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,004 miles
    Test number
    184305510300
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion started on both front and rear brake pipes ok yet
    • NoteH/lamp dip switch loose
    • NoteUnable to see front and rear inner brake pad thickness
  27. Fail72,000 miles (+6,281)10 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,000 miles
    Test number
    744057000324
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion stared on both front brake pipes
    • NoteH/lamp dip switch loose
    • NoteHas windscreen sticker top of winscreen
    • NoteN/s/f door very difficult to cose
    • NoteO/s/r tyre pressure very low suspect puncture
    • NoteUnable to see front and reare inner brake pad thickness
  28. Pass65,719 miles (+12,284)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    65,719 miles
    Test number
    254942159386
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  29. Pass53,435 miles (+8,205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,435 miles
    Test number
    442478458424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass45,230 miles (+4,415)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,230 miles
    Test number
    323795787483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc slightly scored
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOil leak from engine
  31. Pass40,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,815 miles
    Test number
    391635266171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail40,815 miles7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,815 miles
    Test number
    831525166139
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testCentre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about DFR 8

What vehicle is registration DFR 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DFR 8 on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DFR 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DFR 8 is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on DFR 8?
The MOT on DFR 8 is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DFR 8 done?
DFR 8 was recorded at 134,474 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 4,655 miles a year.
Has DFR 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DFR 8 has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on DFR 8 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 DFR 8 find?
DFR 8 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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