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Land Rover Defender

Green and White · Diesel · 1991 · 2,495 cc

H243 PRXMOT history

H243 PRX is a green and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1991. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 172,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

H243 PRX green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2026
Mileage
172,563 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H243 PRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
31 Dec 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

H243 PRX was last recorded at 172,563 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,484 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,563 miles
  • 2025 – 172,484 miles
  • 2024 – 172,288 miles
  • 2023 – 172,274 miles
  • 2022 – 172,153 miles
  • 2020 – 171,933 miles
  • 2019 – 171,405 miles
  • 2017 – 170,782 miles
  • 2016 – 170,268 miles
  • 2015 – 169,043 miles
  • 2014 – 168,474 miles
  • 2013 – 167,834 miles
  • 2012 – 166,696 miles
  • 2011 – 166,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,563 miles
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bush deteriorating
  • AdvisoryFront radius arm bushes deteriorating
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe broken
  • AdvisorySuspension arm bushes deteriorating

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • General corrosion on chassis rail & suspension components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,563 miles (+79)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,563 miles
    Test number
    520158172238
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront radius arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe broken
    • AdvisorySuspension arm bushes deteriorating
  2. Pass172,484 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    172,484 miles
    Test number
    383352809461
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on chassis rail & suspension components.
  3. Fail172,473 miles (+185)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,473 miles
    Test number
    730021891508
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on chassis rail & suspension components.
  4. Pass172,288 miles (+14)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    172,288 miles
    Test number
    162368698814
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box outlet pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray very corroded underneath.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vecicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak steering box inlet pipe
    • AdvisoryRear differential mount ball dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryRear registration lamp barely efficient
    • AdvisorySteering arm stabilizer pin/bush worn
  5. Fail172,274 miles (+121)4 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,274 miles
    Test number
    466202653329
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases link pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis inner (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis in several places inner/outer (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play at limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer outlet pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear differential mount ball joint dusts cover perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front & offside rear trail arm mount bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak steering box inlet pipe
    • AdvisoryRegistration lamp barely efficient
    • AdvisorySteering arm stabilizer pin/bush worn
  6. Pass172,153 miles (+17)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    172,153 miles
    Test number
    191823713423
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside: NOTE Wipers have to be manual returned to stop using the switch (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL brake pipes on vehicle are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL Springs on vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And corrosion to system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Brake pedal prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Corrosion to under side of body in places
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Brace bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Corrosion to ALL suspension components on vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL of Chassis is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail172,136 miles (+203)5 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,136 miles
    Test number
    527060917430
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Rear mount of Suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Emitting white light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside: NOTE Wipers have to be manual returned to stop using the switch (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL brake pipes on vehicle are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL Springs on vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And corrosion to system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Brake pedal prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Corrosion to under side of body in places
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Brace bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Corrosion to ALL suspension components on vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL of Chassis is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass171,933 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,933 miles
    Test number
    436424832837
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All of chasses corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail171,918 miles (+513)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,918 miles
    Test number
    549441802261
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Out rigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All of chasses corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass171,405 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    171,405 miles
    Test number
    903256642292
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and ferrules starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail171,391 miles (+609)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,391 miles
    Test number
    236402537091
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in floor by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes and ferrules starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass170,782 miles (+514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    170,782 miles
    Test number
    389518905727
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes on rear axels (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass170,268 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    170,268 miles
    Test number
    401653100589
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded N/S/F, O/S/F OUTER + O/S/E STATIC PIPES CORRODED (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play O/S/F (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryREAR PROP-SHAFT U/J PLAY >>> NEW ADVISED
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play N/S/R (2.6.2)
  14. Fail170,268 miles (+1,225)2 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,268 miles
    Test number
    611726648320
    • DangerousPower steering pump drive system defective NO BELT PUMP SEIZED (2.3.6)
    • DangerousSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/F MAIN INNER CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S FRONT (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle O/S (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle N/S (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded FRONT OUTER AND O/S/R AXLE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play O/S/F (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryREAR PROP U/J PLAY
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play N/S/R (2.6.2)
  15. Pass169,043 miles (+569)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    169,043 miles
    Test number
    745252815027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/S/F suspension ball socket has play
    • NoteUnderneath vehicle corroded
  16. Pass168,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    168,474 miles
    Test number
    906623724054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail168,474 miles (+640)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,474 miles
    Test number
    746433814013
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel tank rusty
    • NoteN/s/r wheel bearing has play
  18. Pass167,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    167,834 miles
    Test number
    265907113026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail167,834 miles (+1,138)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,834 miles
    Test number
    816624113055
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
  20. Pass166,696 miles (+585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    166,696 miles
    Test number
    799577912019
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
  21. Pass166,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    166,111 miles
    Test number
    136699831488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail166,111 miles1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,111 miles
    Test number
    146354501425
    • DangerousFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about H243 PRX

Does H243 PRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on H243 PRX expired on 5 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on H243 PRX?
The MOT on H243 PRX expired on 5 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has H243 PRX done?
H243 PRX was recorded at 172,563 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 411 miles a year.
Has H243 PRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H243 PRX has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on H243 PRX 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 H243 PRX find?
H243 PRX failed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside front position lamp not working, and 11 more.

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