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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

LS15 MVDMOT history

LS15 MVD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 81,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LS15 MVD 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 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,908 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS15 MVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
26 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS15 MVD was last recorded at 81,908 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,794 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
6,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,908 miles
  • 2025 – 76,756 miles
  • 2024 – 71,022 miles
  • 2023 – 65,292 miles
  • 2022 – 59,761 miles
  • 2021 – 52,435 miles
  • 2020 – 43,372 miles
  • 2019 – 35,689 miles
  • 2018 – 26,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,908 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear brake disc corroding on inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,908 miles (+114)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,908 miles
    Test number
    523350955162
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail81,794 miles (+5,038)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,794 miles
    Test number
    285433117172
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass76,756 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,756 miles
    Test number
    579223931762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroding on inner surface
  4. Fail76,707 miles (+5,685)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,707 miles
    Test number
    909890683545
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroding on inner surface
  5. Pass71,022 miles (+5,730)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    915638353074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie Rod Front Mounting Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie Rod Front Mounting Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,292 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    232755481959
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  7. Fail65,278 miles (+5,517)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,278 miles
    Test number
    427296607425
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Pass59,761 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,761 miles
    Test number
    761753213203
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail59,751 miles (+7,316)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,751 miles
    Test number
    482651665632
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass52,435 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    52,435 miles
    Test number
    119386131344
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail52,425 miles (+9,053)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,425 miles
    Test number
    859994171735
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass43,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    676780775564
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components.
  13. Fail43,372 miles (+7,683)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    705938403711
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components.
  14. Pass35,689 miles (+8,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    35,689 miles
    Test number
    542991932024
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box and both front swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass26,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    610121904013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS15 MVD

Does LS15 MVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS15 MVD is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS15 MVD?
The MOT on LS15 MVD is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS15 MVD done?
LS15 MVD was recorded at 81,908 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,826 miles a year.
Has LS15 MVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS15 MVD has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS15 MVD 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 LS15 MVD find?
LS15 MVD passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside headlamp lens slightly defective cracked.

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