Land Rover Defender
Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc
E14 GMEMOT history
E14 GME is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 202,834 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 May 2027
- Mileage
- 202,834 mi
- At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 21 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 7,772 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- E14 GME
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 31 Oct 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
E14 GME was last recorded at 202,834 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 9,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 25 Apr 2025: 193,147 miles, lower than 193,407 miles on 17 Apr 2025.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 193,147 miles · 25 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 9,687 miles
- Average per year
- 7,772 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 202,834 miles
- 2025 – 193,147 miles
- 2024 – 184,038 miles
- 2023 – 175,655 miles
- 2022 – 168,843 miles
- 2020 – 161,687 miles
- 2019 – 157,086 miles
- 2018 – 149,026 miles
- 2017 – 141,351 miles
- 2016 – 131,478 miles
- 2015 – 122,453 miles
- 2014 – 113,325 miles
- 2013 – 105,583 miles
- 2012 – 102,074 miles
- 2011 – 93,350 miles
- 2010 – 84,897 miles
- 2009 – 75,671 miles
- 2008 – 66,257 miles
- 2007 – 64,387 miles
- 2006 – 53,503 miles
- 2005 – 42,547 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass202,834 miles
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
28 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,834 miles (+9,687)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2027
- Odometer
- 202,834 miles
- Test number
- 127500478268
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass193,147 miles (-260)
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2026
- Odometer
- 193,147 miles
- Test number
- 510523201962
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail193,407 miles (+9,369)10 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,407 miles
- Test number
- 745456871418
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass184,038 miles (+8,383)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2025
- Odometer
- 184,038 miles
- Test number
- 307852316296
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass175,655 miles (+6,812)
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2024
- Odometer
- 175,655 miles
- Test number
- 345941194271
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass168,843 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 168,843 miles
- Test number
- 619657694539
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Fail168,843 miles (+7,156)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,843 miles
- Test number
- 731465467133
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass161,687 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 161,687 miles
- Test number
- 347690530654
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Fail161,685 miles (+4,599)8 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,685 miles
- Test number
- 359836904159
- MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front rear arm both side (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass157,086 miles (+8,060)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 157,086 miles
- Test number
- 970598984685
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass149,026 miles (+20)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 149,026 miles
- Test number
- 495626971618
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail149,006 miles (+7,655)1 dangerous8 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,006 miles
- Test number
- 468178882022
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lense broken (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Pass141,351 miles (+9,873)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 141,351 miles
- Test number
- 306535970460
- AdvisoryRear upper shocker bushes worn
Pass131,478 miles (+9,025)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 131,478 miles
- Test number
- 805106326713
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass122,453 miles (+9,128)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 122,453 miles
- Test number
- 758823175149
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteRear cross member corroded
Pass113,325 miles (+29)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2015
- Odometer
- 113,325 miles
- Test number
- 248279734178
- NoteFootbrake just efficient 51%
Fail113,296 miles (+7,713)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,296 miles
- Test number
- 869523234114
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- NoteFootbrake just efficient 51%
Pass105,583 miles (+3,509)
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2014
- Odometer
- 105,583 miles
- Test number
- 129909923161
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,074 miles (+8,724)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 102,074 miles
- Test number
- 115007872221
- NoteBrake servo a little weak
- NoteN/s front tyre wearing on outer edge
- NoteN/s rear light lens damaged
Pass93,350 miles (+308)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 93,350 miles
- Test number
- 528965961272
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail93,042 miles (+8,145)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,042 miles
- Test number
- 196148851245
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass84,897 miles (+9,226)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 84,897 miles
- Test number
- 793241470296
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,671 miles (+9,414)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 75,671 miles
- Test number
- 271213479208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,257 miles (+1,870)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 66,257 miles
- Test number
- 314904478426
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,387 miles (+10,884)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 64,387 miles
- Test number
- 663854137221
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edges
Pass53,503 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 53,503 miles
- Test number
- 544754746255
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,503 miles (+10,956)5 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,503 miles
- Test number
- 833823646236
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
Pass42,547 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2006
- Odometer
- 42,547 miles
- Test number
- 573547355266
- NoteHandbrake travel high clutch pedal sinking small cut on sidewall onoffside rear tyre
Questions about E14 GME
- Does E14 GME currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E14 GME is valid until 5 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on E14 GME?
- The MOT on E14 GME is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has E14 GME done?
- E14 GME was recorded at 202,834 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 7,772 miles a year.
- Has E14 GME ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. E14 GME has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
- Has the mileage on E14 GME ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Apr 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on E14 GME find?
- E14 GME passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.
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