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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

F7 DFRMOT history

F7 DFR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 157,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

F7 DFR 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
157,290 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 DFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 DFR was last recorded at 157,290 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2020: 154,754 miles, lower than 157,311 miles on 3 May 2019.

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
156,306 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
984 miles
Average per year
6,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,290 miles
  • 2024 – 156,306 miles
  • 2023 – 156,048 miles
  • 2022 – 155,807 miles
  • 2021 – 155,421 miles
  • 2020 – 154,754 miles
  • 2019 – 157,311 miles
  • 2017 – 148,955 miles
  • 2016 – 128,015 miles
  • 2014 – 116,793 miles
  • 2013 – 105,733 miles
  • 2012 – 87,281 miles
  • 2010 – 76,987 miles
  • 2008 – 52,463 miles
  • 2007 – 41,484 miles
  • 2006 – 22,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,290 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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Central Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear cross member corroded outside prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,290 miles (+984)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    157,290 miles
    Test number
    262219335481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,306 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    156,306 miles
    Test number
    250313028091
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail156,306 miles (+258)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,306 miles
    Test number
    237522078925
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both lamps (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,048 miles (+241)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    156,048 miles
    Test number
    186887708089
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod , boot also deteriated (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,807 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    155,807 miles
    Test number
    880844354598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,421 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    155,421 miles
    Test number
    969829277434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass154,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    741546438949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,754 miles (-2,557)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    787065869291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass157,311 miles (+8,356)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    157,311 miles
    Test number
    591337221144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass148,955 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    148,955 miles
    Test number
    354056021303
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded outside prescribed area

  11. Fail148,953 miles (+11,347)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,953 miles
    Test number
    943420956372
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded outside prescribed area

  12. Pass137,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    137,606 miles
    Test number
    871582392032
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Fail137,606 miles (+9,591)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,606 miles
    Test number
    324044010127
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass128,015 miles (+11,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,015 miles
    Test number
    896001419952
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass116,793 miles (+11,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    116,793 miles
    Test number
    405340554453
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass105,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,733 miles
    Test number
    646160053346
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail105,733 miles (+8,845)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,733 miles
    Test number
    565020653305
    • FailureFront registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  18. Pass96,888 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,888 miles
    Test number
    197481413451
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail96,888 miles (+9,607)9 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,888 miles
    Test number
    969621013005
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  20. Pass87,281 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,281 miles
    Test number
    207245202040
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDrivers seat badly worn

  21. Fail87,281 miles (+10,294)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,281 miles
    Test number
    745475502052
    • Repaired at testCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDrivers seat badly worn

  22. Pass76,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    474439640414
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail76,987 miles (+11,467)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    861279540378
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Pass65,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    983525600011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,520 miles (+13,057)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    544025500081
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  26. Pass52,463 miles (+10,979)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,463 miles
    Test number
    750562858341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,484 miles (+10,181)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,484 miles
    Test number
    953948947307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,303 miles (+8,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,303 miles
    Test number
    193973817495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass22,927 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,927 miles
    Test number
    962987006090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Questions about F7 DFR

Does F7 DFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 DFR is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on F7 DFR?
The MOT on F7 DFR is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 DFR done?
F7 DFR was recorded at 157,290 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 6,755 miles a year.
Has F7 DFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 DFR has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on F7 DFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on F7 DFR find?
F7 DFR passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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