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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 2,495 cc

MP 3538MOT history

MP 3538 is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1989. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 66,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2025.

MP 3538 blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2026
Mileage
66,159 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MP 3538
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
1 Mar 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

MP 3538 was last recorded at 66,159 miles on 26 Jul 2025, 685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,474 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
685 miles
Average per year
1,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,159 miles
  • 2024 – 65,474 miles
  • 2023 – 64,518 miles
  • 2022 – 63,400 miles
  • 2021 – 63,005 miles
  • 2020 – 62,397 miles
  • 2019 – 62,143 miles
  • 2018 – 61,953 miles
  • 2017 – 61,268 miles
  • 2016 – 60,720 miles
  • 2015 – 59,607 miles
  • 2014 – 55,817 miles
  • 2013 – 55,418 miles
  • 2012 – 54,822 miles
  • 2011 – 54,309 miles
  • 2010 – 53,289 miles
  • 2009 – 51,754 miles
  • 2008 – 49,020 miles
  • 2007 – 47,535 miles
  • 2006 – 45,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,159 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,159 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,159 miles
    Test number
    685490679277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass65,474 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,474 miles
    Test number
    697075916422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,518 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,518 miles
    Test number
    993205320207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,400 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,400 miles
    Test number
    732094937033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,005 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,005 miles
    Test number
    524117253215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,397 miles
    Test number
    546974345168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,393 miles (+250)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,393 miles
    Test number
    123711948815
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Pass62,143 miles (+3)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,143 miles
    Test number
    687833335220
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail62,140 miles (+187)3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,140 miles
    Test number
    534246715315
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass61,953 miles (+12)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    144258702652
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside stop lamp has a product on the light source
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • 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))
  11. Fail61,941 miles (+673)11 major20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    473542087417
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow being excessive (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside front flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside stop lamp has a product on the light source
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • 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))
  12. Pass61,268 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,268 miles
    Test number
    386884668968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,261 miles (+541)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,261 miles
    Test number
    681469722948
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Pass60,720 miles (+15)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    60,720 miles
    Test number
    865805612182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are quite badly perished
  15. Fail60,705 miles (+1,098)8 failures17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,705 miles
    Test number
    517051702394
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are quite badly perished
  16. Pass59,607 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    875738809133
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is quite badly perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail59,607 miles (+3,790)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,607 miles
    Test number
    258048031674
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is quite badly perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass55,817 miles (+14)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,817 miles
    Test number
    337278984454
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals are leaking
    • NoteBoth front tyres are starting to perish
  19. Fail55,803 miles (+385)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,803 miles
    Test number
    899792784298
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals are leaking
    • NoteBoth front tyres are starting to perish
  20. Pass55,418 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,418 miles
    Test number
    578650693281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Fail55,405 miles (+583)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,405 miles
    Test number
    166944083227
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass54,822 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    388582092469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail54,808 miles (+499)16 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,808 miles
    Test number
    509615682251
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals are leaking
    • NoteBrake warning light stays illuminated
  24. Pass54,309 miles (+1,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,309 miles
    Test number
    519354281284
    • AdvisoryFront Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  25. Pass53,289 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,289 miles
    Test number
    371591690241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
  26. Fail53,289 miles (+1,535)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,289 miles
    Test number
    980387980239
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
  27. Pass51,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    380777389242
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
  28. Fail51,754 miles (+2,734)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    404636589201
    • FailureNearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
  29. Pass49,020 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,020 miles
    Test number
    564163688290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,535 miles
    Test number
    344962097295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail47,535 miles (+2,330)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,535 miles
    Test number
    694685487294
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureUpper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
  32. Pass45,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,205 miles
    Test number
    921986786219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail45,205 miles3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,205 miles
    Test number
    602144086243
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Questions about MP 3538

What vehicle is registration MP 3538 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MP 3538 on a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MP 3538 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on MP 3538 expired on 25 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on MP 3538?
The MOT on MP 3538 expired on 25 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MP 3538 done?
MP 3538 was recorded at 66,159 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2025, an average of 1,115 miles a year.
Has MP 3538 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MP 3538 has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on MP 3538 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 MP 3538 find?
MP 3538 passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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