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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

N704 AYCMOT history

N704 AYC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Aug 1995. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

N704 AYC green 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 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
120,235 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N704 AYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
9 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N704 AYC was last recorded at 120,235 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,572 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,663 miles
Average per year
3,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,235 miles
  • 2025 – 116,572 miles
  • 2024 – 113,910 miles
  • 2023 – 110,072 miles
  • 2022 – 106,593 miles
  • 2021 – 103,161 miles
  • 2020 – 99,342 miles
  • 2019 – 96,217 miles
  • 2018 – 93,094 miles
  • 2017 – 93,094 miles
  • 2016 – 90,778 miles
  • 2015 – 88,522 miles
  • 2014 – 86,281 miles
  • 2013 – 84,369 miles
  • 2012 – 82,461 miles
  • 2011 – 80,208 miles
  • 2010 – 78,407 miles
  • 2009 – 74,386 miles
  • 2008 – 69,559 miles
  • 2007 – 65,148 miles
  • 2006 – 60,678 miles
  • 2005 – 55,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,235 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering damper (5.3.2 (c))

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 Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Central Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering shock bushes both ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    120,235 miles
    Test number
    967683664157
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering damper (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail120,235 miles (+3,663)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,235 miles
    Test number
    454268422845
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering damper (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass116,572 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,572 miles
    Test number
    901674193808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,910 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,910 miles
    Test number
    781378796152
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering shock bushes both ends (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe from reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside bottom of air intake pipe split
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail113,910 miles (+3,838)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,910 miles
    Test number
    128100691840
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A-frame ball joint and play in joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick arm both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm boot come off (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick arm both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering shock bushes both ends (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipe from reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside bottom of air intake pipe split
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,072 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,072 miles
    Test number
    526588067427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,593 miles (+3,432)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,593 miles
    Test number
    830347332056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mid tube/ tank mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass103,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    962755821148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,161 miles (+3,819)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    780737098641
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high lamp insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass99,342 miles (+3,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,342 miles
    Test number
    428574975843
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by rear arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front radius arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,217 miles (+3,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,217 miles
    Test number
    403055595756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,094 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,094 miles
    Test number
    757712225240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail93,094 miles (+2,316)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,094 miles
    Test number
    600147263515
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bumper corner (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower chassis (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass90,778 miles (+2,256)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    259298755204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass88,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    999599243825
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail88,522 miles (+2,241)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    550886711333
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play drop arm joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass86,281 miles (+1,912)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,281 miles
    Test number
    408579224393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass84,369 miles (+1,908)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,369 miles
    Test number
    775369723315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bump stop incomplete
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass82,461 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    718511422322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail82,461 miles (+2,253)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    159090422363
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  21. Pass80,208 miles (+1,801)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    208992721369
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper mounting bush

  22. Pass78,407 miles (+4,021)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,407 miles
    Test number
    264772710327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  23. Pass74,386 miles (+4,827)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    74,386 miles
    Test number
    882680229366
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass69,559 miles (+4,411)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,559 miles
    Test number
    654427718387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,148 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,148 miles
    Test number
    524984207353
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass65,148 miles (+4,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    65,148 miles
    Test number
    711774107360
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass60,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    361823296497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,678 miles (+5,279)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    600172896234
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  29. Pass55,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    55,399 miles
    Test number
    882594095275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,399 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,399 miles
    Test number
    743873995229
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about N704 AYC

Does N704 AYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N704 AYC is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on N704 AYC?
The MOT on N704 AYC is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N704 AYC done?
N704 AYC was recorded at 120,235 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,205 miles a year.
Has N704 AYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N704 AYC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on N704 AYC 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 N704 AYC find?
N704 AYC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush steering damper.

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