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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

DS 7729MOT history

DS 7729 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

DS 7729 blue 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 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,819 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 7729
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 7729 was last recorded at 122,819 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,865 miles · 23 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
954 miles
Average per year
3,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,819 miles
  • 2024 – 121,865 miles
  • 2023 – 119,158 miles
  • 2018 – 118,470 miles
  • 2017 – 117,547 miles
  • 2016 – 115,287 miles
  • 2015 – 113,647 miles
  • 2014 – 110,190 miles
  • 2013 – 103,499 miles
  • 2011 – 94,886 miles
  • 2010 – 77,381 miles
  • 2009 – 67,688 miles
  • 2008 – 56,470 miles
  • 2007 – 52,838 miles
  • 2006 – 44,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,819 miles
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (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.

  • Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,819 miles (+954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,819 miles
    Test number
    320281890375
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  2. Pass121,865 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,865 miles
    Test number
    314781583121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,158 miles (+688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,158 miles
    Test number
    499492713709
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass118,470 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    205384913056
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel will need repair soon (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails and rear crossmember over back axle rusty
  5. Fail118,464 miles (+917)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,464 miles
    Test number
    306262014921
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play ball joint between steering box arm and drag link (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides of chassis rusted through (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel will need repair soon (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails and rear crossmember over back axle rusty
  6. Pass117,547 miles (+6)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,547 miles
    Test number
    925082263216
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis outrigger badly rusted and alot of rust on chassis rails and crossmembers
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  7. Fail117,541 miles (+2,254)3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,541 miles
    Test number
    396365533601
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting point on rear crossmember rusted away (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis outrigger badly rusted and alot of rust on chassis rails and crossmembers
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  8. Pass115,287 miles (+6)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    752294181845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryLot of rust on both chassis rails and rear crossmember
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm ball joint
  9. Fail115,281 miles (+1,634)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,281 miles
    Test number
    715395323787
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryLot of rust on both chassis rails and rear crossmember
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm ball joint
  10. Pass113,647 miles (+6)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,647 miles
    Test number
    677825915082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFree play in steering box
    • NoteHeavy surface rust on rear chassis rails and rear crossmembers
  11. Fail113,641 miles (+3,451)9 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,641 miles
    Test number
    979107505081
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFree play in steering box
    • NoteHeavy surface rust on rear chassis rails and rear crossmembers
  12. Pass110,190 miles (+6,691)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    110,190 miles
    Test number
    225570014079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNsr chassis rail starting to rust
    • NoteSteering arm balljoint on steering box has some play in it and rubber dust cover splitting will need repairs soon
  13. Pass103,499 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    103,499 miles
    Test number
    976297113085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine noise under load
    • NoteRear chassis rails rusting
  14. Fail103,499 miles (+8,613)4 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,499 miles
    Test number
    427431913095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine noise under load
    • NoteRear chassis rails rusting
  15. Pass94,886 miles (+60)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    94,886 miles
    Test number
    249518641365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteLot of surface rust on both chassis rails
    • NoteNsr light guard insurcure
  16. Fail94,826 miles (+7,550)9 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,826 miles
    Test number
    217234441361
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteLot of surface rust on both chassis rails
    • NoteNsr light guard insurcure
  17. Pass87,276 miles (+9,895)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,276 miles
    Test number
    645297801062
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteRear crossmember rusting badly
  18. Pass77,381 miles (+9,693)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,381 miles
    Test number
    663729230097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated
    • NoteNearside wiper blade deteriorated
    • NoteOffside seatbelt stalk cowling missing
    • NoteOffside wiper blade deteriorated
    • NoteVery slight oil seepage from steering box
  19. Fail67,688 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    453784139053
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  20. Pass67,688 miles (+11,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    681904739001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  21. Pass56,470 miles (+3,632)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    451925328087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,838 miles
    Test number
    204943317007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,838 miles (+8,263)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,838 miles
    Test number
    254230617037
    • FailureFront Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  24. Pass44,575 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,575 miles
    Test number
    822774726067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,429 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,429 miles
    Test number
    310077616058
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about DS 7729

What vehicle is registration DS 7729 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 7729 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Feb 2002. 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 DS 7729 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 7729 is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DS 7729?
The MOT on DS 7729 is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 7729 done?
DS 7729 was recorded at 122,819 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 3,942 miles a year.
Has DS 7729 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 7729 has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on DS 7729 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 DS 7729 find?
DS 7729 passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: steering box has seepage.

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