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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

N946 USBMOT history

N946 USB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Oct 1995. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 143,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

N946 USB 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 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,260 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N946 USB
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
5 Oct 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N946 USB was last recorded at 143,260 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2017: 136,335 miles, lower than 137,539 miles on 18 Aug 2016.

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
143,197 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
3,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,260 miles
  • 2025 – 142,748 miles
  • 2023 – 141,785 miles
  • 2022 – 141,416 miles
  • 2021 – 141,165 miles
  • 2020 – 139,790 miles
  • 2019 – 138,997 miles
  • 2018 – 138,259 miles
  • 2017 – 136,335 miles
  • 2016 – 137,539 miles
  • 2015 – 128,586 miles
  • 2014 – 124,102 miles
  • 2013 – 108,676 miles
  • 2012 – 97,727 miles
  • 2011 – 95,102 miles
  • 2010 – 95,027 miles
  • 2009 – 88,045 miles
  • 2008 – 84,138 miles
  • 2007 – 73,459 miles
  • 2005 – 63,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,260 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,260 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,260 miles
    Test number
    638419146464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail143,197 miles (+449)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,197 miles
    Test number
    844799353932
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass142,748 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    142,748 miles
    Test number
    715605117636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,785 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    141,785 miles
    Test number
    791021098265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,416 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    141,416 miles
    Test number
    852118277463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,165 miles (+1,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,165 miles
    Test number
    893543257365
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass139,790 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,790 miles
    Test number
    765481426067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,997 miles (+738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    138,997 miles
    Test number
    936664122166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Panard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass138,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    138,259 miles
    Test number
    493250380048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,259 miles (+1,924)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,259 miles
    Test number
    693693035581
    • DangerousOffside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Panard rod bolt (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass136,335 miles (-1,204)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,335 miles
    Test number
    909407172137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass137,539 miles (+8,953)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,539 miles
    Test number
    695693809652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,586 miles (+4,484)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,586 miles
    Test number
    379207904317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass124,102 miles (+15,426)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,102 miles
    Test number
    485920844273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass108,676 miles (+10,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    108,676 miles
    Test number
    357205433112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,727 miles
    Test number
    346137632102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,727 miles (+2,625)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,727 miles
    Test number
    935067632160
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Sub-frame locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass95,102 miles (+2)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,102 miles
    Test number
    735547141094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing 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)
    • NoteAll brakes badly corroded
    • NoteBody work corroded
    • NoteFront bumper badly corroded and damaged
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteUnder side of bonnet badly corroded
    • NoteWhole chassis corroded

  19. Fail95,100 miles (+73)3 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,100 miles
    Test number
    949730741020
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing 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)
    • NoteAll brakes badly corroded
    • NoteBody work corroded
    • NoteFront bumper badly corroded and damaged
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteUnder side of bonnet badly corroded
    • NoteWhole chassis corroded

  20. Fail95,027 miles (+6,982)1 dangerous16 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,027 miles
    Test number
    872802410189
    • DangerousLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis very rusty
    • NotePower steering pipes very rusty

  21. Pass88,045 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,045 miles
    Test number
    864676659045
    • NoteUndercarrage rusty

  22. Fail88,044 miles (+3,906)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,044 miles
    Test number
    732097349064
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteUndercarrage rusty

  23. Fail84,138 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,138 miles
    Test number
    240202648017
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAir filter insecure

  24. Pass84,138 miles (+10,679)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,138 miles
    Test number
    913982148047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAir filter insecure

  25. Pass73,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    371804227042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail73,459 miles (+10,288)2 dangerous5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    214113027023
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAlternator belt squeaking timming belt history
    • NoteChassis is very rusty

  27. Pass63,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    63,171 miles
    Test number
    581302825343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail63,171 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,171 miles
    Test number
    460421925458
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipe from front to rear slightly corroded
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight movement with drop arm joint

Questions about N946 USB

Does N946 USB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N946 USB is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on N946 USB?
The MOT on N946 USB is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N946 USB done?
N946 USB was recorded at 143,260 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,888 miles a year.
Has N946 USB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N946 USB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on N946 USB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on N946 USB find?
N946 USB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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