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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

FSU 357MOT history

FSU 357 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 163,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

FSU 357 red 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 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
163,535 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FSU 357
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FSU 357 was last recorded at 163,535 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,261 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,274 miles
Average per year
5,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,535 miles
  • 2025 – 159,261 miles
  • 2024 – 155,181 miles
  • 2023 – 151,743 miles
  • 2022 – 151,742 miles
  • 2021 – 148,089 miles
  • 2020 – 145,136 miles
  • 2019 – 141,231 miles
  • 2018 – 136,143 miles
  • 2017 – 129,763 miles
  • 2016 – 122,978 miles
  • 2015 – 118,486 miles
  • 2014 – 111,630 miles
  • 2013 – 109,812 miles
  • 2012 – 100,657 miles
  • 2011 – 100,559 miles
  • 2010 – 95,689 miles
  • 2008 – 73,670 miles
  • 2006 – 51,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,535 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Extensive fluctuation from front brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,535 miles (+4,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    163,535 miles
    Test number
    198757067866
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass159,261 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,261 miles
    Test number
    328015966648
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all 4 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both front hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering components
  3. Fail159,260 miles (+4,079)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,260 miles
    Test number
    782676791474
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg, 2 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near fuel filter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all 4 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both front hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering components
  4. Pass155,181 miles (+3,438)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    155,181 miles
    Test number
    481081766717
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all 4 drop links (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ns and os hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass151,743 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,743 miles
    Test number
    668755747960
    • AdvisoryFront ns and os hub seals slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail151,742 miles (+3,653)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,742 miles
    Test number
    615042898481
    • MajorFront Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting ns and os marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting ns and os marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals slight leak nsf and osf
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass148,089 miles (+2,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    889155298164
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass145,136 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,136 miles
    Test number
    592894146880
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail145,134 miles (+3,903)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,134 miles
    Test number
    665717646260
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front outriggers holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass141,231 miles (+5,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,231 miles
    Test number
    535462758883
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass136,143 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,143 miles
    Test number
    592176334158
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail136,140 miles (+6,377)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,140 miles
    Test number
    251717899157
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anywhere within 12" (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis -UPPER (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis LOWER (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached broken (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides of rear subframe and mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass129,763 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,763 miles
    Test number
    391574842595
    • AdvisoryExtensive fluctuation from front brakes
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis leg corroded but structually solid
    • AdvisorySeat belt corrosion reapairs difficult to assess due to seam sealer and underseal applied
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front wheel bearing
  14. Fail129,761 miles (+6,783)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,761 miles
    Test number
    540733223322
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded by seat belt mounting (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded by seat belt mounting (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExtensive fluctuation from front brakes
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis leg corroded but structually solid
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front wheel bearing
  15. Pass122,978 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    122,978 miles
    Test number
    866426896809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,975 miles (+4,489)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,975 miles
    Test number
    523730956042
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f turrett holed and corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/f suspension turrett corroded (2.4.A.3)
  17. Pass118,486 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,486 miles
    Test number
    312798515984
    • Advisory1 of 2 bulbs out on number plate
    • AdvisoryChassis recently fully undersealed
  18. Fail118,483 miles (+6,853)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,483 miles
    Test number
    518271860291
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Advisory1 of 2 bulbs out on number plate
    • AdvisoryChassis recently fully undersealed
  19. Pass111,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,630 miles
    Test number
    888906274200
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  20. Fail111,616 miles (+1,804)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,616 miles
    Test number
    328456874445
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  21. Pass109,812 miles (+346)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    109,812 miles
    Test number
    195236513397
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake application slightly uneven. A further inspection is advised.
    • NoteNearside front brake has a slight bind. A strip down and inspection is advised.
  22. Fail109,466 miles (+4,652)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,466 miles
    Test number
    758275603353
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake application slightly uneven. A further inspection is advised.
    • NoteNearside front brake has a slight bind. A strip down and inspection is advised.
  23. Pass104,814 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,814 miles
    Test number
    505188913066
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Fail104,800 miles (+4,143)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,800 miles
    Test number
    915959803094
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass100,657 miles (+98)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100,657 miles
    Test number
    276794602021
    • NoteOffside and nearside front drag link end gaiters split and missing
  26. Fail100,559 miles (+4,854)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,559 miles
    Test number
    739985451362
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front drag link end gaiters split and missing
  27. Pass95,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,705 miles
    Test number
    869552411052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail95,705 miles (+16)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,705 miles
    Test number
    776370111054
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
  29. Fail95,689 miles (+2,836)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,689 miles
    Test number
    563949510312
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  30. Pass92,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    241958230190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,853 miles (+19,183)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    533652130125
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureValve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  32. Pass73,670 miles (+22,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,670 miles
    Test number
    293477118244
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  33. Pass51,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,618 miles
    Test number
    711482526279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FSU 357

What vehicle is registration FSU 357 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FSU 357 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jan 2000. 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 FSU 357 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FSU 357 is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on FSU 357?
The MOT on FSU 357 is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FSU 357 done?
FSU 357 was recorded at 163,535 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 5,749 miles a year.
Has FSU 357 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FSU 357 has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on FSU 357 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 FSU 357 find?
FSU 357 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple areas.

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