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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

M882 VUGMOT history

M882 VUG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Jan 1995. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

M882 VUG blue 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 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,724 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M882 VUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
13 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M882 VUG was last recorded at 144,724 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,961 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,763 miles
Average per year
2,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,724 miles
  • 2025 – 142,961 miles
  • 2024 – 142,021 miles
  • 2023 – 141,260 miles
  • 2021 – 140,777 miles
  • 2020 – 139,906 miles
  • 2019 – 139,691 miles
  • 2018 – 138,697 miles
  • 2017 – 137,827 miles
  • 2016 – 136,053 miles
  • 2015 – 134,943 miles
  • 2014 – 133,669 miles
  • 2013 – 100,000 miles
  • 2012 – 100,000 miles
  • 2011 – 100,000 miles
  • 2010 – 100,000 miles
  • 2009 – 100,000 miles
  • 2008 – 100,000 miles
  • 2007 – 100,000 miles
  • 2006 – 100,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,724 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear uj

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,724 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,724 miles
    Test number
    217147433677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,961 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,961 miles
    Test number
    214040153882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass142,021 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    142,021 miles
    Test number
    820352600103
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f hub seals leaking

  4. Fail142,018 miles (+758)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,018 miles
    Test number
    949294789306
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f hub seals leaking

  5. Pass141,260 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,260 miles
    Test number
    563885740776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,777 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    140,777 miles
    Test number
    208768427691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,755 miles (+849)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,755 miles
    Test number
    678467305800
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNs front drive shaft outer cap has one bolt missing

  8. Pass139,906 miles (+215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,906 miles
    Test number
    705474503643
    • Advisory1 bolt missing from ns front drive plate cover
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass139,691 miles (+994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,691 miles
    Test number
    485944898331
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisorySpring all round corroded

  10. Pass138,697 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,697 miles
    Test number
    945970753225
    • AdvisorySlight play in front hub bearings

  11. Fail138,687 miles (+860)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,687 miles
    Test number
    719225960632
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer is holed and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in front hub bearings

  12. Pass137,827 miles (+1,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,827 miles
    Test number
    288440229203
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight play in front hubs

  13. Pass136,053 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    136,053 miles
    Test number
    502311644033
    • AdvisoryFront Front brake discs worn thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing also leaking (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing Also leaking (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  14. Fail136,052 miles (+11)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,052 miles
    Test number
    566213935220
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Foot well area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front brake discs worn thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing also leaking (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing Also leaking (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  15. Fail136,041 miles (+1,098)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,041 miles
    Test number
    540266873915
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe loose

  16. Pass134,943 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    134,943 miles
    Test number
    648348935165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail134,930 miles (+1,261)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,930 miles
    Test number
    446798415116
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass133,669 miles (+33,669)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,669 miles
    Test number
    477361354161
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside rear footbrake performance low

  19. Fail100,000 miles9 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    729467044184
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailurePanhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside rear footbrake performance low

  20. Pass100,000 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    208742524123
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to both front floor areas
    • NoteN/s/f wheel has slight play
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing

  21. Fail100,000 miles12 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    705556033303
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to both front floor areas
    • NoteN/s/f wheel has slight play
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing

  22. Pass100,000 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    827017122211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f floor rusty
    • NoteN/s/f stub axle has one bolt missing
    • NoteRear chassis has been repaired

  23. Fail100,000 miles1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    795403922223
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f floor rusty
    • NoteN/s/f stub axle has one bolt missing
    • NoteRear chassis has been repaired

  24. Pass100,000 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    939930991004
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • NoteN/S/R BUMP STOP MISSING

  25. Fail100,000 miles1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    758638081077
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S/R BUMP STOP MISSING

  26. Fail100,000 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    654492000370
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass100,000 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    531751039312
    • NoteN/S/R BUMP STOP MISSING

  28. Fail100,000 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    552300239377
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/S/R BUMP STOP MISSING

  29. Pass100,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    493687558410
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  30. Fail100,000 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    481798038376
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  31. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    783841047389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail100,000 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    514510747309
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  33. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    493621436466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail100,000 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    990470726327
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Questions about M882 VUG

Does M882 VUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M882 VUG is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M882 VUG?
The MOT on M882 VUG is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M882 VUG done?
M882 VUG was recorded at 144,724 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,304 miles a year.
Has M882 VUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M882 VUG has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on M882 VUG 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 M882 VUG find?
M882 VUG passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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