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Land Rover Defender

Orange · Diesel · 1989 · 2,496 cc

F3 RTBMOT history

F3 RTB is an orange diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 222,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

F3 RTB orange 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 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
222,198 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 RTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 RTB was last recorded at 222,198 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,999 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
199 miles
Average per year
2,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,198 miles
  • 2025 – 221,999 miles
  • 2024 – 221,355 miles
  • 2023 – 217,571 miles
  • 2022 – 212,075 miles
  • 2021 – 204,567 miles
  • 2020 – 204,560 miles
  • 2019 – 200,930 miles
  • 2017 – 200,020 miles
  • 2015 – 198,275 miles
  • 2014 – 196,247 miles
  • 2012 – 194,751 miles
  • 2011 – 191,852 miles
  • 2010 – 185,975 miles
  • 2009 – 181,748 miles
  • 2008 – 181,377 miles
  • 2007 – 175,999 miles
  • 2006 – 168,493 miles
  • 2005 – 161,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,198 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose down pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Small hole in floor pan
  • AdvisoryRear boot floor out riggers corroded

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front swivel joints have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear tyres are perished between treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,198 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    222,198 miles
    Test number
    949619796415
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose down pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Small hole in floor pan
    • AdvisoryRear boot floor out riggers corroded
  2. Fail222,198 miles (+199)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,198 miles
    Test number
    806842341314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose down pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Small hole in floor pan
    • AdvisoryRear boot floor out riggers corroded
  3. Pass221,999 miles (+644)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    221,999 miles
    Test number
    238348449953
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight uj play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement some bushes deteriating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to bulkhead/floor pans/chassis rails
  4. Pass221,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    221,355 miles
    Test number
    701414804096
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail221,355 miles (+3,784)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,355 miles
    Test number
    370192738820
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working horn works intermitantly. (7.7 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass217,571 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    217,571 miles
    Test number
    160166447120
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail217,564 miles (+5,489)6 dangerous22 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,564 miles
    Test number
    991921211278
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm likely to become detached loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad braking up (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering column shaft deformed to the extent that steering is affected track tube bent (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment bolts missing and others loose and excesive flex in wheel its self (2.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak center exhaust leak hole in pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust leak hole in pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis repaired with body filler (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust leak hole in pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MinorFront passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective bolts missing both sides
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both body mounts not attached (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  8. Pass212,075 miles (+7,508)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    212,075 miles
    Test number
    507789790703
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r body mount corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySuspension springs corroded
  9. Pass204,567 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    204,567 miles
    Test number
    797606661970
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drag link bent
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in between tread
    • AdvisoryOil cooler pipes leaking slightly
  10. Fail204,563 miles (+3)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,563 miles
    Test number
    257484630890
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking under front cross member (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation pedal spongey (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are perished between treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear drag link bent
    • AdvisoryOil cooler pipe is slightly leaking
  11. Fail204,560 miles (+3,630)1 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,560 miles
    Test number
    352141738419
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are perished between treads
    • AdvisoryO/s/f axle swivel joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/f drag link bent
  12. Pass200,930 miles (+910)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    200,930 miles
    Test number
    625021382108
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass200,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    200,020 miles
    Test number
    744790438437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed
  14. Fail200,020 miles (+1,745)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,020 miles
    Test number
    566627171751
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed
  15. Pass198,275 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    198,275 miles
    Test number
    528339715199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail198,261 miles (+2,014)3 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,261 miles
    Test number
    607604405176
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  17. Pass196,247 miles (+1,496)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    196,247 miles
    Test number
    827957324005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake pipes // heavy underseal..
  18. Pass194,751 miles (+2,899)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    194,751 miles
    Test number
    475738512301
    • NoteUnder body corroded
  19. Pass191,852 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    191,852 miles
    Test number
    356184231357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Fail191,839 miles (+5,864)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,839 miles
    Test number
    136948521308
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass185,975 miles (+4,227)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    185,975 miles
    Test number
    264035980298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  22. Pass181,748 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    181,748 miles
    Test number
    512605599231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass181,377 miles (+5,378)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    181,377 miles
    Test number
    871271188223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass175,999 miles (+7,506)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    175,999 miles
    Test number
    362392787247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass168,493 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    168,493 miles
    Test number
    700457186271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass161,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    161,375 miles
    Test number
    912618585209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 RTB

Does F3 RTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 RTB is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 RTB?
The MOT on F3 RTB is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 RTB done?
F3 RTB was recorded at 222,198 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 2,986 miles a year.
Has F3 RTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 RTB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 RTB 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 F3 RTB find?
F3 RTB passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust silencer slightly loose down pipe; nearside small hole in floor pan; rear boot floor out riggers corroded.

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