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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1990 · 2,495 cc

NRG 206MOT history

NRG 206 is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 May 1990. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

NRG 206 grey 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,612 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NRG 206
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 May 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NRG 206 was last recorded at 114,612 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,612 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,612 miles
  • 2023 – 114,432 miles
  • 2022 – 114,206 miles
  • 2021 – 113,799 miles
  • 2020 – 113,333 miles
  • 2018 – 113,189 miles
  • 2017 – 112,983 miles
  • 2016 – 112,798 miles
  • 2014 – 112,400 miles
  • 2012 – 111,651 miles
  • 2011 – 110,296 miles
  • 2010 – 108,145 miles
  • 2009 – 106,488 miles
  • 2008 – 104,838 miles
  • 2007 – 101,743 miles
  • 2006 – 98,288 miles
  • 2005 – 95,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,612 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.

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Passenger seat removed/not fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight play in rear u/j

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,612 miles
    Test number
    724525285303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,612 miles (+180)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,612 miles
    Test number
    561907450807
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements doesn't remain on when in use (4.5.3 (a))

  3. Pass114,432 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,432 miles
    Test number
    361536424099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively ujs slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryModified for off road use

  4. Fail114,432 miles (+226)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,432 miles
    Test number
    396529188845
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively ujs slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryModified for off road use

  5. Pass114,206 miles (+407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,206 miles
    Test number
    637210523689
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj got slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage deformed but serviceable steering damper light misting (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  6. Pass113,799 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,799 miles
    Test number
    775333624444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop UJ has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside swivel king pin

  7. Fail113,793 miles (+460)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,793 miles
    Test number
    595595108210
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop UJ has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside swivel king pin

  8. Pass113,333 miles (+144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    113,333 miles
    Test number
    568533676810
    • AdvisoryThis Vehicle has been substantially modified for Off Road use.

  9. Pass113,189 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,189 miles
    Test number
    322464680818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    828614258107
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat removed/not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j

  11. Fail112,983 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    609518556845
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat removed/not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j

  12. Fail112,983 miles (+185)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    449334826610
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat removed/not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j

  13. Pass112,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,798 miles
    Test number
    743700645077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,798 miles (+398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,798 miles
    Test number
    714405010637
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass112,400 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,400 miles
    Test number
    436218934499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,651 miles (+1,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,651 miles
    Test number
    479302262335
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

  17. Pass110,296 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    616291541357
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail110,293 miles (+2,148)1 dangerous10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    676397031347
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass108,145 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    108,145 miles
    Test number
    441952030314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,488 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    106,488 miles
    Test number
    710123919359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,838 miles (+3,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    104,838 miles
    Test number
    120514528305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass101,743 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    283733627311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,288 miles (+3,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    98,288 miles
    Test number
    444125606495
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass95,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    95,115 miles
    Test number
    230004605392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail95,115 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,115 miles
    Test number
    614054605348
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about NRG 206

What vehicle is registration NRG 206 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NRG 206 on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 May 1990. 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 NRG 206 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NRG 206 is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on NRG 206?
The MOT on NRG 206 is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NRG 206 done?
NRG 206 was recorded at 114,612 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 964 miles a year.
Has NRG 206 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NRG 206 has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on NRG 206 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 NRG 206 find?
NRG 206 passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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