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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1987 · 2,496 cc

ESK 815MOT history

ESK 815 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jan 1987. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

ESK 815 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 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
130,541 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESK 815
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
6 Jan 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESK 815 was last recorded at 130,541 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jul 2007: 79,908 miles, lower than 140,610 miles on 16 Jul 2007.
  • 27 May 2016: 117,906 miles, lower than 117,937 miles on 4 May 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
130,541 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,541 miles
  • 2024 – 130,541 miles
  • 2023 – 126,494 miles
  • 2022 – 123,970 miles
  • 2021 – 119,695 miles
  • 2019 – 119,236 miles
  • 2017 – 118,126 miles
  • 2016 – 117,906 miles
  • 2015 – 115,764 miles
  • 2014 – 111,516 miles
  • 2012 – 100,572 miles
  • 2011 – 96,370 miles
  • 2010 – 93,612 miles
  • 2009 – 89,418 miles
  • 2008 – 85,902 miles
  • 2007 – 79,908 miles
  • 2006 – 72,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,541 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both rear chassis legs (6.1.6 (i) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    130,541 miles
    Test number
    962499645369
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both rear chassis legs (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass130,541 miles (+4,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,541 miles
    Test number
    257097008963
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,494 miles (+2,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,494 miles
    Test number
    567719671533
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,970 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,970 miles
    Test number
    722353571162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,970 miles (+4,275)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,970 miles
    Test number
    772798785422
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,695 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    119,695 miles
    Test number
    261339033875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,236 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,236 miles
    Test number
    816215604120
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Fail119,236 miles (+1,110)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,236 miles
    Test number
    246923315133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Pass118,126 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    684678453836
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Fail118,122 miles (+216)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,122 miles
    Test number
    986356644311
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass117,906 miles (-31)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,906 miles
    Test number
    549867394605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,937 miles (+2,173)11 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,937 miles
    Test number
    859368436279
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower B pillar (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded chassis leg (6.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower B pillar (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded chassis leg (6.6.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureTowbar component excessively corroded rear cross member (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to lower front bulkhead
    • AdvisorySlight leak from nearside front axle swivel seal

  13. Fail115,764 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,764 miles
    Test number
    206636725104
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass115,764 miles (+4,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    115,764 miles
    Test number
    366176325195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass111,516 miles (+10,944)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,516 miles
    Test number
    738891824158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,572 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,572 miles
    Test number
    636374112393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail100,506 miles (+4,136)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,506 miles
    Test number
    607363002304
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass96,370 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    96,370 miles
    Test number
    877286081252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,612 miles (+4,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    93,612 miles
    Test number
    162044660207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  20. Pass89,418 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,418 miles
    Test number
    732549979290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,902 miles (+5,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,902 miles
    Test number
    381258378469
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass79,908 miles (-60,702)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,908 miles
    Test number
    732031607274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail140,610 miles (+67,804)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,610 miles
    Test number
    903557997107
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass72,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,806 miles
    Test number
    990108696165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ESK 815

What vehicle is registration ESK 815 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESK 815 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jan 1987. 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 ESK 815 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ESK 815 is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on ESK 815?
The MOT on ESK 815 is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ESK 815 done?
ESK 815 was recorded at 130,541 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 2,987 miles a year.
Has ESK 815 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESK 815 has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on ESK 815 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on ESK 815 find?
ESK 815 passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; rear vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both rear chassis legs.

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