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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1988 · 2,494 cc

F5 MUCMOT history

F5 MUC is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1988. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

F5 MUC black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,611 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 MUC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
1 Aug 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 MUC was last recorded at 72,611 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Nov 2013: 117,438 miles, lower than 170,042 miles on 4 Jan 2012.
  • 6 Nov 2015: 104,708 miles, lower than 117,438 miles on 7 Nov 2013.
  • 20 Jun 2023: 68,336 miles, lower than 118,685 miles on 24 Jan 2022.

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
71,420 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,611 miles
  • 2024 – 71,420 miles
  • 2023 – 68,336 miles
  • 2022 – 118,685 miles
  • 2021 – 118,678 miles
  • 2020 – 118,126 miles
  • 2019 – 114,700 miles
  • 2017 – 110,522 miles
  • 2016 – 107,857 miles
  • 2015 – 104,708 miles
  • 2013 – 117,438 miles
  • 2012 – 170,042 miles
  • 2011 – 170,042 miles
  • 2010 – 168,849 miles
  • 2009 – 165,484 miles
  • 2008 – 161,979 miles
  • 2006 – 159,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,611 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front o/s/f hub seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,611 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,611 miles
    Test number
    366839064416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,420 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    734147729019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f hub seal leaking

  3. Fail71,410 miles (+3,074)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,410 miles
    Test number
    229526865876
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f hub seal leaking

  4. Pass68,336 miles (-50,349)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,336 miles
    Test number
    335177209926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,685 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,685 miles
    Test number
    651004293822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail118,678 miles (+552)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,678 miles
    Test number
    105469252219
    • MajorCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn stabilizer arm marked with white chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play marked with white chalk (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner chassis corrosion hole marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    784456256720
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail118,126 miles (+3,426)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    934946792517
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,700 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,700 miles
    Test number
    933173286130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,522 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    185114031101
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear cross member slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub seal leaking

  11. Fail110,522 miles (+2,665)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    579520233679
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear cross member slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub seal leaking

  12. Pass107,857 miles (+3,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    107,857 miles
    Test number
    515726995223
    • AdvisoryMud on underside of vehicle obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryRear cross member slight corrosion

  13. Pass104,708 miles (-12,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,708 miles
    Test number
    195888566848
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre to rear cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deterioated
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front hub seals leaking

  14. Pass117,438 miles (-52,604)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,438 miles
    Test number
    979811313356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass170,042 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    170,042 miles
    Test number
    627024602038
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop missing

  16. Fail170,042 miles (+1,193)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,042 miles
    Test number
    788434161309
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop missing

  17. Pass168,849 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    168,849 miles
    Test number
    701373490152
    • NoteN/s/f floor pan corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre heavily perished inner sidewall

  18. Fail168,844 miles (+3,360)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,844 miles
    Test number
    473489370199
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteN/s/f floor pan corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre heavily perished inner sidewall

  19. Pass165,484 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    165,484 miles
    Test number
    780929059144
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront bumper slightly loose
    • NoteFront suspension spring top mounts corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak on both front hub assemblies
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly worn

  20. Fail165,484 miles (+3,505)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,484 miles
    Test number
    670687049191
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront bumper slightly loose
    • NoteFront suspension spring top mounts corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak on both front hub assemblies
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly worn

  21. Pass161,979 miles (+6)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    161,979 miles
    Test number
    130575718010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear cross member repaired/corroded
    • NoteWindscreen wiper spindles worn

  22. Fail161,973 miles (+2,275)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,973 miles
    Test number
    752359408094
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear cross member repaired/corroded
    • NoteWindscreen wiper spindles worn

  23. Pass159,698 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    159,698 miles
    Test number
    344553496218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePark brake could do with adjustment

Questions about F5 MUC

Does F5 MUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 MUC is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 MUC?
The MOT on F5 MUC is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 MUC done?
F5 MUC was recorded at 72,611 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026.
Has F5 MUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 MUC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on F5 MUC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 7 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on F5 MUC find?
F5 MUC passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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