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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M223 PFOMOT history

M223 PFO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 55,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2024.

M223 PFO blue 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 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
55,834 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2024
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M223 PFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

M223 PFO was last recorded at 55,834 miles on 12 Dec 2024, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,744 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
2,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 55,834 miles
  • 2023 – 53,878 miles
  • 2022 – 52,903 miles
  • 2021 – 51,961 miles
  • 2020 – 51,285 miles
  • 2019 – 50,007 miles
  • 2018 – 49,054 miles
  • 2017 – 47,389 miles
  • 2016 – 43,489 miles
  • 2015 – 39,259 miles
  • 2014 – 35,901 miles
  • 2013 – 31,334 miles
  • 2012 – 30,051 miles
  • 2011 – 28,018 miles
  • 2010 – 26,167 miles
  • 2009 – 24,026 miles
  • 2008 – 22,376 miles
  • 2007 – 20,273 miles
  • 2006 – 17,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,834 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass55,834 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    55,834 miles
    Test number
    143400048428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail55,744 miles (+1,866)3 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,744 miles
    Test number
    570541419668
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired hub bearing (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired hub bearing (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger to chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn
  3. Pass53,878 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    53,878 miles
    Test number
    122834482002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s front hub leaking
  4. Fail53,878 miles (+975)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,878 miles
    Test number
    467148368483
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s front hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOil level low
  5. Pass52,903 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    801070405283
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s rear trailing arm bush perished badly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear backplate rubbing on wheel
  6. Fail52,903 miles (+942)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    885134986345
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s rear trailing arm bush perished badly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear backplate rubbing on wheel
  7. Pass51,961 miles (+676)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,961 miles
    Test number
    912559020861
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  8. Pass51,285 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,285 miles
    Test number
    332118932710
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryJust passed on service brake
  9. Fail51,284 miles (+1,277)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,284 miles
    Test number
    490083918288
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced to suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryJust passed on service brake
  10. Pass50,007 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,007 miles
    Test number
    315351766948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail50,007 miles (+953)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,007 miles
    Test number
    350688618968
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure steering drop arm to box insercure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass49,054 miles (+1,665)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    670583333206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight movement in o/s steering drop arm
  13. Pass47,389 miles (+3,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,389 miles
    Test number
    247435649947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight movement steering arm to box
  14. Pass43,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    998636545975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,489 miles (+4,230)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    498674550046
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal Centre (2.3.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure Both (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Out riggar (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  16. Pass39,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,259 miles
    Test number
    955137525057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  17. Fail39,259 miles (+3,358)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,259 miles
    Test number
    706906625036
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  18. Pass35,901 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,901 miles
    Test number
    975619824041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail35,893 miles (+4,559)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,893 miles
    Test number
    558808224093
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r bottom shock absorber mounting bracket on axle corroded
  20. Pass31,334 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,334 miles
    Test number
    885425633095
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slight play
    • NoteCorosion to chassis and rear x member
    • NoteFront brake pipes slightly rusty
    • NoteNrear number plate slightly deteriation
    • NoteO/s/f out rigger coroded and holed
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to limit + n/s/f getting close
    • NoteSlight play n/s track rod
  21. Fail31,334 miles (+1,283)7 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,334 miles
    Test number
    465201033053
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTorque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slight play
    • NoteCorosion to chassis and rear x member
    • NoteFront brake pipes slightly rusty
    • NoteNrear number plate slightly deteriation
    • NoteO/s/f out rigger coroded and holed
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to limit + n/s/f getting close
    • NoteSlight play n/s track rod
  22. Pass30,051 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,051 miles
    Test number
    769708682137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,014 miles (+1,996)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,014 miles
    Test number
    615184172160
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  24. Pass28,018 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,018 miles
    Test number
    519932591156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,014 miles (+1,847)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,014 miles
    Test number
    517052681180
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  26. Pass26,167 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    200748280111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,098 miles (+2,072)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,098 miles
    Test number
    851869450121
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  28. Pass24,026 miles (+1,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,026 miles
    Test number
    142700849159
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  29. Pass22,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,376 miles
    Test number
    812897938195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail22,376 miles (+2,103)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,376 miles
    Test number
    770827338146
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  31. Pass20,273 miles (+2,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,273 miles
    Test number
    191281137175
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  32. Pass17,652 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,652 miles
    Test number
    821744526157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail17,618 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,618 miles
    Test number
    493888916118
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear shockabsorber covers severely corroded.

Questions about M223 PFO

Does M223 PFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M223 PFO expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M223 PFO?
The MOT on M223 PFO expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M223 PFO done?
M223 PFO was recorded at 55,834 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2024, an average of 2,052 miles a year.
Has M223 PFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M223 PFO has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on M223 PFO 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 M223 PFO find?
M223 PFO passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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