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Land Rover Defender

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 6,200 cc

M5 MLFMOT history

M5 MLF is a black petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 77,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

M5 MLF black 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 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,149 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
15 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 MLF was last recorded at 77,149 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,145 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,149 miles
  • 2025 – 76,986 miles
  • 2024 – 76,950 miles
  • 2019 – 74,372 miles
  • 2018 – 70,624 miles
  • 2017 – 63,018 miles
  • 2016 – 59,572 miles
  • 2014 – 38,454 miles
  • 2013 – 29,954 miles
  • 2012 – 26,315 miles
  • 2011 – 22,835 miles
  • 2010 – 17,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,149 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes to rear axle flexi hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to differential

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,149 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,149 miles
    Test number
    546813560675
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail77,145 miles (+159)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,145 miles
    Test number
    207206682618
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass76,986 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,986 miles
    Test number
    238706968902
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear differential mount ball joint gaiter severely deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box arm ball joint gaiter severely deteriorated

  4. Pass76,950 miles (+19)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    76,950 miles
    Test number
    899233097776
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to differential (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes to rear axle flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail76,931 miles (+2,559)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,931 miles
    Test number
    608475553603
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to differential (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes to rear axle flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass74,372 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,372 miles
    Test number
    200129323372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,624 miles (+7,606)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    463616777496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,018 miles (+3,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,018 miles
    Test number
    546689381053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass59,572 miles (+21,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,572 miles
    Test number
    109528386314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Pass38,454 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    118985724232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight knocking noise in steering column

  11. Fail38,454 miles (+8,500)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    148535724209
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight knocking noise in steering column

  12. Fail29,954 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,954 miles
    Test number
    165831463160
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass29,954 miles (+3,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,954 miles
    Test number
    407091063169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass26,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,315 miles
    Test number
    258678432133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail26,315 miles (+3,480)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,315 miles
    Test number
    339498232133
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass22,835 miles (+5,349)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,835 miles
    Test number
    837228131175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,486 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,486 miles
    Test number
    721740440133
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

Questions about M5 MLF

Does M5 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 MLF is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 MLF?
The MOT on M5 MLF is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 MLF done?
M5 MLF was recorded at 77,149 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 3,684 miles a year.
Has M5 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 MLF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 MLF 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 M5 MLF find?
M5 MLF passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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