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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

FXV 21MOT history

FXV 21 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

FXV 21 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 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
126,312 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FXV 21
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

FXV 21 was last recorded at 126,312 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 6,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2007: 49,707 miles, lower than 440,990 miles on 2 Jan 2007.

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
119,966 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,346 miles
Average per year
4,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,312 miles
  • 2024 – 119,966 miles
  • 2023 – 114,305 miles
  • 2022 – 106,957 miles
  • 2021 – 98,569 miles
  • 2020 – 88,780 miles
  • 2019 – 78,397 miles
  • 2018 – 73,247 miles
  • 2017 – 71,129 miles
  • 2016 – 69,130 miles
  • 2015 – 67,851 miles
  • 2014 – 66,299 miles
  • 2013 – 63,658 miles
  • 2012 – 60,350 miles
  • 2011 – 58,427 miles
  • 2010 – 55,895 miles
  • 2008 – 52,181 miles
  • 2007 – 49,707 miles
  • 2006 – 37,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,312 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed - requires attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged both front outer (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear floor support crossmember corroded/holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis rail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,312 miles (+6,346)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    126,312 miles
    Test number
    739145678352
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed - requires attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged both front outer (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass119,966 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    119,966 miles
    Test number
    696738299128
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail119,966 miles (+5,661)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,966 miles
    Test number
    766101262106
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both rear chassis rails (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive nearside swivel housing leaking grease (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,305 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    114,305 miles
    Test number
    726037515473
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail114,305 miles (+7,348)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,305 miles
    Test number
    570979052770
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. all rear (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/body support panel corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass106,957 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,957 miles
    Test number
    733350964035
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear floor support crossmember corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail106,957 miles (+8,388)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,957 miles
    Test number
    891693645630
    • MajorShock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both rear - upper (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear floor support crossmember corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,569 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,569 miles
    Test number
    764446533891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear body/chassis support beam badly corroded and weak

  9. Fail98,563 miles (+9,783)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,563 miles
    Test number
    616157482820
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value - 1.56 actual value - 2.52 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear body/chassis support beam badly corroded and weak

  10. Pass88,780 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,780 miles
    Test number
    308382415637
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside rear door corroded bottom of doors
    • AdvisoryRear chassis support beam badly corroded and weak

  11. Fail88,773 miles (+10,376)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,773 miles
    Test number
    789902708406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value - 1.56 actual value - 3.16 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside rear door corroded bottom of doors
    • AdvisoryRear chassis support beam badly corroded and weak

  12. Pass78,397 miles (+5,150)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,397 miles
    Test number
    497296166127
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body to chassis support beam badly corroded

  13. Pass73,247 miles (+2,118)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    468696639786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear BODY MOUNTING OUT RIGGER RUSTY AND HOLED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BODY MOUNTING OUT RIGGER RUSTY AND HOLED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play AXLE A FRAME BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass71,129 miles (+1,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,129 miles
    Test number
    239065063466
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  15. Pass69,130 miles (+1,279)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    116388404526
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. Pass67,851 miles (+1,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,851 miles
    Test number
    804951452655
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass66,299 miles (+2,641)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,299 miles
    Test number
    326945514322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from nearside front ball swivel joint seal

  18. Pass63,658 miles (+3,308)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,658 miles
    Test number
    438566723400
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber split
    • NoteCorrosion to rear chassis cross member
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not connected

  19. Pass60,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,350 miles
    Test number
    837904522387
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail60,350 miles (+1,923)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,350 miles
    Test number
    639150722355
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside steering tracker joint has slight seepage from seal

  21. Pass58,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    295916821360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,427 miles (+2,532)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    897242621382
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNear side front tracker joint seal leaking
    • NoteOff side front tracker joint seal lealing
    • NoteOil leak around transmission brake area

  23. Pass55,895 miles (+1,789)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    403998320365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass54,106 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,106 miles
    Test number
    141025010033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,181 miles (+2,474)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,181 miles
    Test number
    832825568393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront axle steering ball oil leak n/side

  26. Pass49,707 miles (-391,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    393960047360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass440,990 miles (+403,009)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    440,990 miles
    Test number
    522202507069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,981 miles
    Test number
    980436106003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FXV 21

What vehicle is registration FXV 21 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FXV 21 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jan 2001. 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 FXV 21 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FXV 21 is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on FXV 21?
The MOT on FXV 21 is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FXV 21 done?
FXV 21 was recorded at 126,312 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 4,446 miles a year.
Has FXV 21 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FXV 21 has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on FXV 21 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on FXV 21 find?
FXV 21 passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box, and 4 more.

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