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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M951 GVCMOT history

M951 GVC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 264,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

M951 GVC red 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
264,360 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M951 GVC
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
13 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M951 GVC was last recorded at 264,360 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 7,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,271 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,089 miles
Average per year
8,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 264,360 miles
  • 2024 – 246,684 miles
  • 2023 – 238,127 miles
  • 2022 – 231,818 miles
  • 2021 – 224,646 miles
  • 2019 – 212,787 miles
  • 2018 – 202,658 miles
  • 2016 – 199,326 miles
  • 2015 – 194,491 miles
  • 2014 – 187,510 miles
  • 2013 – 179,560 miles
  • 2012 – 165,094 miles
  • 2011 – 149,830 miles
  • 2010 – 132,104 miles
  • 2009 – 118,474 miles
  • 2008 – 113,492 miles
  • 2007 – 107,127 miles
  • 2006 – 97,747 miles
  • 2005 – 87,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,360 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Centre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,360 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    264,360 miles
    Test number
    365890247114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass257,271 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    257,271 miles
    Test number
    930591485077
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail257,271 miles (+10,587)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,271 miles
    Test number
    403128439387
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass246,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    246,684 miles
    Test number
    101900992803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail246,684 miles (+8,557)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,684 miles
    Test number
    832318157581
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drag link ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight wear drop arm to steering box spline

  6. Pass238,127 miles (+6,309)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    238,127 miles
    Test number
    216180850740
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass231,818 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    231,818 miles
    Test number
    202155132393
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear lower door hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat has slight play in sliding mechanism
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear door lower hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail231,818 miles (+7,172)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,818 miles
    Test number
    523061191060
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear lower door hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat has slight play in sliding mechanism
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear door lower hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass224,646 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    224,646 miles
    Test number
    571358267428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer seat belt anchorage corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail224,643 miles (+11,856)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,643 miles
    Test number
    244640123949
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer seat belt anchorage corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass212,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    212,787 miles
    Test number
    743387975863
    • AdvisoryLower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat box floor sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail212,787 miles (+10,129)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,787 miles
    Test number
    187782457955
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage fouling track rod bent & fouling (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat box floor sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass202,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    202,658 miles
    Test number
    130547147518
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail202,658 miles (+3,332)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,658 miles
    Test number
    872033149919
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass199,326 miles (+72)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    199,326 miles
    Test number
    817901521585
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion rear most body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside additional spot light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads overlapping edges of disc
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper ball joint rubber deteriorated

  16. Fail199,254 miles (+4,763)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,254 miles
    Test number
    250665899767
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion rear most body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside additional spot light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads overlapping edges of disc
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper ball joint rubber deteriorated

  17. Pass194,491 miles (+6,981)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    194,491 miles
    Test number
    708156670963
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTow bar prescribed area slightly, corroded rear cross member

  18. Pass187,510 miles (+7)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    187,510 miles
    Test number
    558115234327
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake pads clicking

  19. Fail187,503 miles (+7,943)9 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,503 miles
    Test number
    538261434352
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake pads clicking
    • NoteWiper blades split x2

  20. Pass179,560 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    179,560 miles
    Test number
    858152933325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront axle hub seals leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor/worn condition
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes deteriorated and have slight play
    • NoteRear axle upper ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  21. Fail179,560 miles (+14,466)8 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,560 miles
    Test number
    279030333352
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront axle hub seals leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor/worn condition
    • NoteNoise from transmission brake when spinning rear wheels
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes deteriorated and have slight play
    • NoteRear axle upper ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  22. Pass165,094 miles (+15,264)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    165,094 miles
    Test number
    429385322400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass149,830 miles (+17,726)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    409116621400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes to flexi hoses corrosion but not excessive at time of test

  24. Pass132,104 miles (+13,630)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    132,104 miles
    Test number
    191458090294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass118,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,474 miles
    Test number
    453354529310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail118,474 miles (+4,982)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,474 miles
    Test number
    731744529363
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass113,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    113,492 miles
    Test number
    420125418467
    • AdvisorySteering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  28. Fail113,492 miles (+6,365)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,492 miles
    Test number
    460485918447
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  29. Pass107,127 miles (+9,380)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    107,127 miles
    Test number
    311937427348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass97,747 miles (+10,525)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    97,747 miles
    Test number
    574067306361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass87,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    87,222 miles
    Test number
    402299425481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M951 GVC

Does M951 GVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M951 GVC is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on M951 GVC?
The MOT on M951 GVC is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M951 GVC done?
M951 GVC was recorded at 264,360 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 8,846 miles a year.
Has M951 GVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M951 GVC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on M951 GVC 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 M951 GVC find?
M951 GVC passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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