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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1991 · 2,495 cc

H331 GDEMOT history

H331 GDE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jan 1991. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 167,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

H331 GDE blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
167,744 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H331 GDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
18 Jan 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H331 GDE was last recorded at 167,744 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 276 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,468 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
276 miles
Average per year
2,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,744 miles
  • 2023 – 167,468 miles
  • 2022 – 167,306 miles
  • 2021 – 166,812 miles
  • 2020 – 166,052 miles
  • 2019 – 161,000 miles
  • 2014 – 157,762 miles
  • 2013 – 153,876 miles
  • 2012 – 150,005 miles
  • 2011 – 146,055 miles
  • 2009 – 142,096 miles
  • 2008 – 137,742 miles
  • 2007 – 130,990 miles
  • 2006 – 122,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,744 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper A Frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,744 miles (+276)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    167,744 miles
    Test number
    375258509921
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper A Frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass167,468 miles (+162)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    167,468 miles
    Test number
    103406697088
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Fulcrum ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass167,306 miles (+494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    167,306 miles
    Test number
    159834621663
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass166,812 miles (+760)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    166,812 miles
    Test number
    874115972077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush LOWER (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Pass166,052 miles (+5,052)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,052 miles
    Test number
    204521358516
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass161,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,000 miles
    Test number
    735589652389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail161,000 miles (+3,238)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,000 miles
    Test number
    315383538825
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass157,762 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    157,762 miles
    Test number
    248220264107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass153,876 miles (+195)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    153,876 miles
    Test number
    785236803158
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal slight travel
    • NoteCluth pedal rubber missing
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  10. Fail153,681 miles (+3,676)21 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,681 miles
    Test number
    427132453047
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass150,005 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    150,005 miles
    Test number
    168208432062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  12. Fail150,000 miles (+3,945)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,000 miles
    Test number
    129184532472
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Driver's door pillar insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  13. Pass146,055 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    146,055 miles
    Test number
    597647011088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail146,053 miles (+3,957)14 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,053 miles
    Test number
    258311911070
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  15. Pass142,096 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    142,096 miles
    Test number
    471053969370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail142,093 miles (+4,351)1 dangerous18 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,093 miles
    Test number
    890341059328
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked
  17. Pass137,742 miles (+6,752)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    137,742 miles
    Test number
    802775668331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s a o/s mirror craked
    • NoteO/s door catch loose
  18. Pass130,990 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    130,990 miles
    Test number
    491783027322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail130,738 miles (+7,926)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,738 miles
    Test number
    560433907388
    • FailureCentre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
  20. Pass122,812 miles (+562)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    122,812 miles
    Test number
    952819076296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail122,250 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,250 miles
    Test number
    330011366407
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about H331 GDE

Does H331 GDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H331 GDE is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on H331 GDE?
The MOT on H331 GDE is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H331 GDE done?
H331 GDE was recorded at 167,744 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 2,320 miles a year.
Has H331 GDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H331 GDE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2019.
Has the mileage on H331 GDE 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 H331 GDE find?
H331 GDE passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: central rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper a frame; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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