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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

N225 RCNMOT history

N225 RCN is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Apr 1996. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 140,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

N225 RCN 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
140,194 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N225 RCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
15 Apr 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N225 RCN was last recorded at 140,194 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Aug 2005: 78,450 miles, lower than 78,749 miles on 30 Aug 2005.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,193 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,194 miles
  • 2024 – 140,192 miles
  • 2018 – 137,315 miles
  • 2014 – 102,623 miles
  • 2013 – 100,440 miles
  • 2011 – 100,377 miles
  • 2009 – 97,991 miles
  • 2008 – 94,039 miles
  • 2007 – 90,383 miles
  • 2006 – 82,982 miles
  • 2005 – 78,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,194 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,194 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    140,194 miles
    Test number
    824893632371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

  2. Fail140,193 miles (+1)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,193 miles
    Test number
    232984206628
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure No nut on bolt (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

  3. Pass140,192 miles (+2,877)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,192 miles
    Test number
    154911367540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,315 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    137,315 miles
    Test number
    145163521969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  5. Fail137,311 miles (+259)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,311 miles
    Test number
    499584050268
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across back axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentral Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  6. Fail137,052 miles (+34,429)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,052 miles
    Test number
    448503154912
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass102,623 miles (+2,183)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,623 miles
    Test number
    698827824002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on the nearside floor pan.

  8. Pass100,440 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,440 miles
    Test number
    506068913080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail100,440 miles (+63)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,440 miles
    Test number
    179028113486
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass100,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,377 miles
    Test number
    146193341268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,377 miles (+2,386)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,377 miles
    Test number
    848308631214
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass97,991 miles (+3,952)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    97,991 miles
    Test number
    633594059240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside seat belt webbing slightly damaged
    • NotePower steering pipes heavily rusted

  13. Pass94,039 miles (+3,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,039 miles
    Test number
    353321548497
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass90,383 miles (+7,401)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    90,383 miles
    Test number
    891686747279
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

  15. Pass82,982 miles (+4,532)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    82,982 miles
    Test number
    814466836255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,450 miles (-299)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    78,450 miles
    Test number
    684413645223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,749 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,749 miles
    Test number
    690432545220
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about N225 RCN

Does N225 RCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N225 RCN is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on N225 RCN?
The MOT on N225 RCN is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N225 RCN done?
N225 RCN was recorded at 140,194 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 2,918 miles a year.
Has N225 RCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N225 RCN has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on N225 RCN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Aug 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on N225 RCN find?
N225 RCN passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch; offside front tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch.

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