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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M506 ARLMOT history

M506 ARL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 99,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2024.

M506 ARL green 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 29 Oct 2025
Mileage
99,518 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M506 ARL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

M506 ARL was last recorded at 99,518 miles on 30 Oct 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2011: 78,671 miles, lower than 78,761 miles on 23 Mar 2011.

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
99,510 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,518 miles
  • 2023 – 98,328 miles
  • 2022 – 96,000 miles
  • 2021 – 95,199 miles
  • 2020 – 94,707 miles
  • 2019 – 94,174 miles
  • 2018 – 92,090 miles
  • 2017 – 89,704 miles
  • 2016 – 87,748 miles
  • 2015 – 85,074 miles
  • 2014 – 82,781 miles
  • 2013 – 81,898 miles
  • 2012 – 80,553 miles
  • 2011 – 78,671 miles
  • 2010 – 75,835 miles
  • 2009 – 74,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,518 miles
  • MinorElectrical wiring insecure engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,518 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,518 miles
    Test number
    383094608993
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail99,510 miles (+1,182)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,510 miles
    Test number
    996931890022
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass98,328 miles (+87)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,328 miles
    Test number
    731400531475
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail98,241 miles (+2,241)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,241 miles
    Test number
    567234713721
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play Off steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass96,000 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,000 miles
    Test number
    251936056854
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive hub swivel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis out riggers, all corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail95,975 miles (+776)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,975 miles
    Test number
    778500224810
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive hub swivel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis out riggers, all corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass95,199 miles (+492)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,199 miles
    Test number
    364579494111
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass94,707 miles (+6)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,707 miles
    Test number
    406919087444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring cups on rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support rusted away under alloy gaurd
    • AdvisoryNearside bulkhead rusted and holed under heater box outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor/bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor /bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryRear chassis X member rusted and holed outside prescribed areas
  9. Fail94,701 miles (+527)5 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,701 miles
    Test number
    341012851665
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded area around pedal box rusted and holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle poor effort on nearside rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring cups on rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support rusted away under alloy gaurd
    • AdvisoryNearside bulkhead rusted and holed under heater box outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor/bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor /bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryRear chassis X member rusted and holed outside prescribed areas
  10. Pass94,174 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,174 miles
    Test number
    383899188126
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail94,163 miles (+2,073)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    331414822622
    • MajorEmissions not tested large hole in exhaust system would effect test results (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section rusted and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside joint on steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass92,090 miles (+107)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,090 miles
    Test number
    416968699862
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Fail91,983 miles (+2,279)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,983 miles
    Test number
    186745570359
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated oil on disc from half shaft oil seal leak (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Oil leaking excessively from transmission half shaft outer seal leaking on to rear brake disc (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  14. Pass89,704 miles (+97)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,704 miles
    Test number
    323906116517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak underengine
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryUnder body slight corrosion
  15. Fail89,607 miles (+1,859)2 dangerous4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    870689164940
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil diff seal leaking (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil diff seal leaking (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak underengine
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryUnder body slight corrosion
  16. Pass87,748 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,748 miles
    Test number
    565570240525
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately just ok (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened just ok (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  17. Fail87,745 miles (+2,671)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    387933971747
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened just ok (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  18. Pass85,074 miles (+2,293)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    127448615105
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryUpper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  19. Pass82,781 miles (+10)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,781 miles
    Test number
    927506314160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front hub seal deteriated
    • NoteOffside front hub seal deteriated
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
  20. Fail82,771 miles (+873)8 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,771 miles
    Test number
    546982404143
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureBrake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside front hub seal deteriated
    • NoteOffside front hub seal deteriated
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
  21. Pass81,898 miles (+23)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,898 miles
    Test number
    546233003138
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front hub seal deteriated
  22. Fail81,875 miles (+1,322)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,875 miles
    Test number
    496936593062
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front hub seal deteriated
  23. Pass80,553 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,553 miles
    Test number
    488197102107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,671 miles (-90)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,671 miles
    Test number
    655989581053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,761 miles (+2,926)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,761 miles
    Test number
    339882481004
    • FailureDetachable tow ball quick release mechanism does not secure the tow ball arm as intended (6.6.4b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak nearside front tractor housing
  26. Pass75,835 miles (+1,502)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,835 miles
    Test number
    114965470465
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth drag link dust covers split
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak,leaking into handbrake drum
    • NoteNearside ball seal leaking
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall perished and cracked
  27. Pass74,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    74,333 miles
    Test number
    782417009015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M506 ARL

Does M506 ARL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M506 ARL expired on 29 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M506 ARL?
The MOT on M506 ARL expired on 29 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M506 ARL done?
M506 ARL was recorded at 99,518 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2024, an average of 1,593 miles a year.
Has M506 ARL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M506 ARL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on M506 ARL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M506 ARL find?
M506 ARL passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: electrical wiring insecure engine bay; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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