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Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M754 ACCMOT history

M754 ACC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Oct 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

M754 ACC red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
156,304 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M754 ACC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
4 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M754 ACC was last recorded at 156,304 miles on 14 May 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,246 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
2,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,304 miles
  • 2024 – 156,246 miles
  • 2023 – 156,009 miles
  • 2022 – 155,503 miles
  • 2021 – 154,258 miles
  • 2020 – 139,848 miles
  • 2015 – 133,825 miles
  • 2014 – 132,702 miles
  • 2013 – 129,840 miles
  • 2010 – 129,410 miles
  • 2009 – 127,242 miles
  • 2008 – 123,474 miles
  • 2007 – 117,506 miles
  • 2006 – 109,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,304 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,304 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    156,304 miles
    Test number
    893332950301
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,246 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,246 miles
    Test number
    509544497535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass156,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    156,009 miles
    Test number
    469811166576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,009 miles (+506)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,009 miles
    Test number
    113519871743
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass155,503 miles (+1,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,503 miles
    Test number
    268371664399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass154,258 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    154,258 miles
    Test number
    362085843034
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail154,258 miles (+14,410)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,258 miles
    Test number
    741543079970
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass139,848 miles (+6,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,848 miles
    Test number
    719410100443
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass133,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    133,825 miles
    Test number
    236206935190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail133,825 miles (+1,123)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,825 miles
    Test number
    796994635196
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass132,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,702 miles
    Test number
    575405094173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,702 miles (+2,862)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,702 miles
    Test number
    786941594124
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  13. Pass129,840 miles (+430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    129,840 miles
    Test number
    367626043092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  14. Pass129,410 miles (+35)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    129,410 miles
    Test number
    383420560209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front axle spheres leaking oil slightly

  15. Fail129,375 miles (+2,133)1 dangerous3 failures4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,375 miles
    Test number
    560551850238
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass127,242 miles (+890)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    127,242 miles
    Test number
    350321459284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChassis looks thin in places but has no holes

  17. Pass126,352 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    126,352 miles
    Test number
    222342569122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor oil seals leaking

  18. Fail126,352 miles (+2,878)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,352 miles
    Test number
    694760769161
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor oil seals leaking

  19. Pass123,474 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    123,474 miles
    Test number
    363883838231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail123,268 miles (+5,762)6 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,268 miles
    Test number
    940555958174
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousTow bar mountings weakened by corrossion
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass117,506 miles (+26)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    117,506 miles
    Test number
    831839747134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine misfire

  22. Fail117,480 miles (+8,155)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,480 miles
    Test number
    420981947172
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass109,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    109,325 miles
    Test number
    210546416104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail109,325 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,325 miles
    Test number
    391785516140
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about M754 ACC

Does M754 ACC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M754 ACC is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M754 ACC?
The MOT on M754 ACC is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M754 ACC done?
M754 ACC was recorded at 156,304 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,343 miles a year.
Has M754 ACC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M754 ACC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on M754 ACC 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 M754 ACC find?
M754 ACC passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive engine area; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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