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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

NHV 186MOT history

NHV 186 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 206,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

NHV 186 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 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
206,447 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NHV 186
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NHV 186 was last recorded at 206,447 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,103 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
344 miles
Average per year
4,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,447 miles
  • 2025 – 206,103 miles
  • 2023 – 206,028 miles
  • 2022 – 204,813 miles
  • 2021 – 202,349 miles
  • 2020 – 200,490 miles
  • 2019 – 199,756 miles
  • 2018 – 198,938 miles
  • 2017 – 198,938 miles
  • 2016 – 197,859 miles
  • 2014 – 186,900 miles
  • 2013 – 178,432 miles
  • 2012 – 171,087 miles
  • 2011 – 160,705 miles
  • 2010 – 152,440 miles
  • 2009 – 145,419 miles
  • 2008 – 136,534 miles
  • 2007 – 126,665 miles
  • 2006 – 114,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,447 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,447 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    206,447 miles
    Test number
    247610709893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass206,103 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    206,103 miles
    Test number
    227974137073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass206,028 miles (+1,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    206,028 miles
    Test number
    616895530188
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded

  4. Pass204,813 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    204,813 miles
    Test number
    676948399294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass202,349 miles (+1,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    202,349 miles
    Test number
    453952109446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass200,490 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    200,490 miles
    Test number
    986411268643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass199,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    199,756 miles
    Test number
    229433925243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail199,756 miles (+818)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,756 miles
    Test number
    128444462256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass198,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    198,938 miles
    Test number
    402000275651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail198,938 miles (+1,079)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,938 miles
    Test number
    725420160935
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass197,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    197,859 miles
    Test number
    489295009398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    595730801909
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers Engine covers

  13. Pass186,900 miles (+68)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    186,900 miles
    Test number
    756862354239
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail186,832 miles (+8,400)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,832 miles
    Test number
    179238144205
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass178,432 miles (+7,345)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    178,432 miles
    Test number
    185611543206
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass171,087 miles (+10,382)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    171,087 miles
    Test number
    349747042295
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass160,705 miles (+8,265)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    160,705 miles
    Test number
    328610331483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Fail152,440 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,440 miles
    Test number
    543576830201
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteAdvise fluid leak fron offside front grease cup
    • NoteAdvise front discs wearing thin

  19. Pass152,440 miles (+7,021)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    152,440 miles
    Test number
    904166830281
    • NoteAdvise fluid leak fron offside front grease cup
    • NoteAdvise front discs wearing thin

  20. Pass145,419 miles (+8,885)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    145,419 miles
    Test number
    570228839299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass136,534 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    136,534 miles
    Test number
    731214538125
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail136,524 miles (+9,859)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,524 miles
    Test number
    312684638199
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass126,665 miles (+12,522)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    126,665 miles
    Test number
    604890837111
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear propshaft uj slightly worn

  24. Pass114,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    114,143 miles
    Test number
    511329986024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NHV 186

What vehicle is registration NHV 186 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NHV 186 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1998. 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 NHV 186 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NHV 186 is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on NHV 186?
The MOT on NHV 186 is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NHV 186 done?
NHV 186 was recorded at 206,447 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 4,507 miles a year.
Has NHV 186 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NHV 186 has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on NHV 186 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 NHV 186 find?
NHV 186 passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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