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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

F123 BATMOT history

F123 BAT is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 194,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

F123 BAT silver 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
194,699 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
F123 BAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F123 BAT was last recorded at 194,699 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 8,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Oct 2011: 39,722 miles, lower than 352,668 miles on 21 Sept 2010.

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
186,666 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,699 miles
  • 2025 – 186,666 miles
  • 2024 – 176,901 miles
  • 2023 – 168,497 miles
  • 2022 – 160,000 miles
  • 2021 – 150,481 miles
  • 2020 – 140,905 miles
  • 2019 – 131,061 miles
  • 2018 – 118,576 miles
  • 2017 – 105,560 miles
  • 2016 – 92,871 miles
  • 2015 – 79,166 miles
  • 2014 – 65,391 miles
  • 2013 – 52,552 miles
  • 2012 – 40,024 miles
  • 2011 – 39,722 miles
  • 2010 – 352,668 miles
  • 2009 – 292,923 miles
  • 2008 – 225,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,699 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

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 Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,699 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    194,699 miles
    Test number
    437749521149
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail194,697 miles (+8,031)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,697 miles
    Test number
    264288585068
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements sticker encroaching into minimum margin around lettering (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass186,666 miles (+9,765)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    186,666 miles
    Test number
    277734027551
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,901 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    176,901 miles
    Test number
    367550398459
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail176,899 miles (+8,402)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,899 miles
    Test number
    301996377852
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass168,497 miles (+8,497)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    168,497 miles
    Test number
    516178193506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,000 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,000 miles
    Test number
    602477616270
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail159,997 miles (+9,516)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,997 miles
    Test number
    725134073121
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering Box Arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A Arm Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass150,481 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,481 miles
    Test number
    543166643222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail150,479 miles (+9,574)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,479 miles
    Test number
    940860248104
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass140,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,905 miles
    Test number
    246085164651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail140,902 miles (+9,841)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,902 miles
    Test number
    649186374398
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint to track rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass131,061 miles (+12,485)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,061 miles
    Test number
    910465804645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,576 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,576 miles
    Test number
    376236753312
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint is quite rusty
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in front screen

  15. Fail118,569 miles (+13,009)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,569 miles
    Test number
    525301403320
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads look low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint is quite rusty
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in front screen

  16. Pass105,560 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,560 miles
    Test number
    677984946899
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal is weeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn low 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal is leaking
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust mounts are quite rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in front screen

  17. Fail105,557 miles (+12,686)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,557 miles
    Test number
    932379738351
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both rear lower (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts on lower spring seat when on a steering lock (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush both rear upper (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal is weeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn low 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal is leaking
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust mounts are quite rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in front screen

  18. Pass92,871 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,871 miles
    Test number
    933221111616
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on on the dash
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged on the lower edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s drag link ball joint
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in the n/s/f of the windscreen

  19. Fail92,870 miles (+13,704)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,870 miles
    Test number
    620588389595
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on on the dash
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged on the lower edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s drag link ball joint
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in the n/s/f of the windscreen

  20. Pass79,166 miles (+13,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    236271578456
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear anti roll bar drop links
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s/r wheel bearing

  21. Pass65,391 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    709440594253
    • NoteFront brake inbalance is still quite high 22%
    • NoteFront brake pads are quite losse in the carrier
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber bushes are worn
    • NoteRear antiroll bar inner bushes are worn and outer links have play

  22. Fail65,391 miles (+12,839)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    727749784203
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake pads are quite losse in the carrier
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber bushes are worn
    • NoteRear antiroll bar inner bushes are worn and outer links have play

  23. Pass52,552 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,552 miles
    Test number
    369748383403
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Fail52,551 miles (+12,527)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,551 miles
    Test number
    207454783240
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  25. Pass40,024 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    749235772220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,722 miles (-312,946)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,722 miles
    Test number
    828022691228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass352,668 miles (+59,745)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    352,668 miles
    Test number
    553454660233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass292,923 miles (+17)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    292,923 miles
    Test number
    743093079224
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOff side front door latch cracked

  29. Fail292,906 miles (+67,172)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,906 miles
    Test number
    854552979204
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass225,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    225,734 miles
    Test number
    573163478224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F123 BAT

Does F123 BAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F123 BAT is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on F123 BAT?
The MOT on F123 BAT is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F123 BAT done?
F123 BAT was recorded at 194,699 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026.
Has F123 BAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F123 BAT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on F123 BAT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on F123 BAT find?
F123 BAT passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox; power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box.

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