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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

M128 FECMOT history

M128 FEC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Mar 1995. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

M128 FEC grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2026
Mileage
97,315 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M128 FEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
7 Mar 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M128 FEC was last recorded at 97,315 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,314 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,315 miles
  • 2022 – 97,218 miles
  • 2021 – 96,989 miles
  • 2019 – 96,908 miles
  • 2018 – 96,698 miles
  • 2017 – 96,528 miles
  • 2016 – 95,862 miles
  • 2015 – 95,133 miles
  • 2014 – 94,196 miles
  • 2013 – 93,530 miles
  • 2011 – 92,637 miles
  • 2010 – 90,025 miles
  • 2009 – 88,923 miles
  • 2008 – 85,083 miles
  • 2007 – 81,170 miles
  • 2006 – 76,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,315 miles
  • AdvisoryBody Corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front And Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySide Steps Corroded And Holed

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,315 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,315 miles
    Test number
    944829601117
    • AdvisoryBody Corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front And Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySide Steps Corroded And Holed

  2. Fail97,314 miles (+96)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,314 miles
    Test number
    310637890106
    • DangerousVehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached N/s + O/s Corroded And Holed (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working Front And Rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust Blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working N/s Front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps N/s Rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Front (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively O/s Front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front And Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s + O/s Side Steps Corroded And broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass97,218 miles (+229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,218 miles
    Test number
    988218542171
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Pass96,989 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    366313914873
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage from front hub oil seals, body is corroded in areas.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail96,989 miles (+3)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    614990095872
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage from front hub oil seals, body is corroded in areas.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail96,986 miles (+78)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,986 miles
    Test number
    262223329913
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Ball joint on rear A frame worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from transmission Both front hub oil seals leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both sides of chassis inner and outer within prescribed areas of suspension mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front crossmember. chassis both sides inner and outer front areas and rear areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass96,908 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,908 miles
    Test number
    737166117748
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal all underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth axles corroding
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroding

  8. Fail96,906 miles (+208)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,906 miles
    Test number
    214503083880
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal all underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth axles corroding
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroding

  9. Pass96,698 miles (+170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,698 miles
    Test number
    381427746011
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

  10. Pass96,528 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,528 miles
    Test number
    325737753422
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail96,528 miles (+666)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,528 miles
    Test number
    284955319222
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass95,862 miles (+729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,862 miles
    Test number
    546901680670
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroding

  13. Pass95,133 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,133 miles
    Test number
    159744375142
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Fail95,133 miles (+937)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,133 miles
    Test number
    507074175152
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass94,196 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,196 miles
    Test number
    166318464126
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnderside is corroding

  16. Fail94,196 miles (+666)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,196 miles
    Test number
    227118864100
    • DangerousDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnderside is corroding

  17. Pass93,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    93,530 miles
    Test number
    467974113062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail93,530 miles (+893)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,530 miles
    Test number
    796274913084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass92,637 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    92,637 miles
    Test number
    885379941387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,025 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    90,025 miles
    Test number
    102706840125
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle starting to corrode

  21. Fail90,025 miles (+1,102)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,025 miles
    Test number
    750684640192
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle starting to corrode

  22. Fail88,923 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,923 miles
    Test number
    242260949486
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnderside is starting to corrode

  23. Pass88,923 miles (+3,840)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,923 miles
    Test number
    880090949124
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnderside is starting to corrode

  24. Pass85,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    85,083 miles
    Test number
    750034338144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,083 miles (+3,913)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,083 miles
    Test number
    773204038192
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass81,170 miles (+43)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    81,170 miles
    Test number
    733336437140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnderside has started to corrode.

  27. Fail81,127 miles (+4,449)2 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    881370707148
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s front tyre less than 3mm
    • NoteAdvise underside has strated to corrode

  28. Pass76,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    702681106182
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about M128 FEC

Does M128 FEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M128 FEC expired on 23 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M128 FEC?
The MOT on M128 FEC expired on 23 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M128 FEC done?
M128 FEC was recorded at 97,315 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 1,075 miles a year.
Has M128 FEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M128 FEC has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on M128 FEC 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 M128 FEC find?
M128 FEC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 5 advisories: body corroded; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear, and 2 more.

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