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Green · Petrol · 1994 · 3,495 cc

M46 DNHMOT history

M46 DNH is a green petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Oct 1994. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

M46 DNH 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 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
488 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
M46 DNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M46 DNH was last recorded at 488 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2025: 46 miles, lower than 216,630 miles on 3 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
488 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 488 miles
  • 2025 – 46 miles
  • 2023 – 216,630 miles
  • 2022 – 215,643 miles
  • 2021 – 214,710 miles
  • 2020 – 213,173 miles
  • 2018 – 212,955 miles
  • 2017 – 211,280 miles
  • 2016 – 207,437 miles
  • 2015 – 201,402 miles
  • 2014 – 197,944 miles
  • 2013 – 196,412 miles
  • 2011 – 187,899 miles
  • 2009 – 179,364 miles
  • 2008 – 174,321 miles
  • 2007 – 169,753 miles
  • 2006 – 164,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass488 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Heavy underside corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass488 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    488 miles
    Test number
    432420863033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail488 miles (+442)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    488 miles
    Test number
    522238484075
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass46 miles (-216,584)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46 miles
    Test number
    474673410635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass216,630 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    216,630 miles
    Test number
    122445820365
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail216,630 miles (+987)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,630 miles
    Test number
    430020992300
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass215,643 miles (+933)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    215,643 miles
    Test number
    975774448607
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension arm bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass214,710 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    214,710 miles
    Test number
    930599881723
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body mounting corroded

  8. Fail214,710 miles (+1,537)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,710 miles
    Test number
    992384012563
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body mounting corroded

  9. Pass213,173 miles (+218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    213,173 miles
    Test number
    983654637320
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside corroded

  10. Pass212,955 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    212,955 miles
    Test number
    515429478366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside corrosion

  11. Fail212,953 miles (+1,673)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,953 miles
    Test number
    906641250942
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside corrosion

  12. Pass211,280 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    211,280 miles
    Test number
    177776159064
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt both (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Fail211,278 miles (+3,841)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,278 miles
    Test number
    332400451354
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre chassis in 2 places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting chassis and crossmember both sides (6.6.6)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both rear most (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt both sides (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass207,437 miles (+6,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    207,437 miles
    Test number
    310247412910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass201,402 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    201,402 miles
    Test number
    709418877856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass198,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    198,890 miles
    Test number
    199088505021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail198,890 miles (+946)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,890 miles
    Test number
    905927005009
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass197,944 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    197,944 miles
    Test number
    809142324065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail197,933 miles (+1,521)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,933 miles
    Test number
    136225614051
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass196,412 miles (+8,513)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    196,412 miles
    Test number
    676608803011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass187,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    187,899 miles
    Test number
    376875791489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    303789690487
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

  23. Pass179,364 miles (+5,043)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    179,364 miles
    Test number
    710207299265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass174,321 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    174,321 miles
    Test number
    672195388269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass169,753 miles (+188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    169,753 miles
    Test number
    863307777293
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  26. Fail169,565 miles (+5,134)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,565 miles
    Test number
    231881077252
    • FailureRear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  27. Pass164,431 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    164,431 miles
    Test number
    213270176287
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedal rubbers slightly worn.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.

Questions about M46 DNH

Does M46 DNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M46 DNH is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on M46 DNH?
The MOT on M46 DNH is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M46 DNH done?
M46 DNH was recorded at 488 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026.
Has M46 DNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M46 DNH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on M46 DNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Apr 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M46 DNH find?
M46 DNH passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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