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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

NRL 342MOT history

NRL 342 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Aug 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

NRL 342 blue 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 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
133,572 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NRL 342
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NRL 342 was last recorded at 133,572 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,058 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
514 miles
Average per year
3,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,572 miles
  • 2025 – 133,058 miles
  • 2024 – 132,386 miles
  • 2023 – 131,856 miles
  • 2022 – 131,468 miles
  • 2021 – 130,357 miles
  • 2020 – 129,181 miles
  • 2019 – 128,476 miles
  • 2018 – 127,243 miles
  • 2017 – 125,661 miles
  • 2016 – 123,089 miles
  • 2015 – 121,811 miles
  • 2014 – 118,902 miles
  • 2013 – 112,797 miles
  • 2012 – 106,378 miles
  • 2011 – 99,968 miles
  • 2010 – 91,981 miles
  • 2009 – 83,059 miles
  • 2008 – 73,910 miles
  • 2007 – 64,816 miles
  • 2006 – 55,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,572 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Seat belt slightly damaged Both outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,572 miles (+514)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    133,572 miles
    Test number
    663502327325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,058 miles (+672)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    133,058 miles
    Test number
    692034925905
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both outer (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass132,386 miles (+530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,386 miles
    Test number
    367488217004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass131,856 miles (+388)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    131,856 miles
    Test number
    602276901841
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both outer (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,468 miles (+1,111)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,468 miles
    Test number
    844258081781
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both outer (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle pinion oil seal weeping
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush has slight play offside

  6. Pass130,357 miles (+1,176)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,357 miles
    Test number
    893817790112
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering damper bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential pinion oil seal damp
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both outer (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass129,181 miles (+705)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,181 miles
    Test number
    280863871913
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box sector shaft seal area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner face's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both outer seatbelts (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper end eye bush slightly worn

  8. Pass128,476 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,476 miles
    Test number
    885159713416
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage at bottom (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper eye bush/bolt slight play

  9. Fail128,476 miles (+1,233)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,476 miles
    Test number
    689927176562
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage at bottom (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper eye bush/bolt slight play

  10. Pass127,243 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,243 miles
    Test number
    409509179358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,239 miles (+1,578)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,239 miles
    Test number
    165737877168
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes to front valve [TWO] (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass125,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,661 miles
    Test number
    149424026594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail125,657 miles (+2,568)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,657 miles
    Test number
    586787041785
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged

  14. Pass123,089 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,089 miles
    Test number
    905819019057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe rubbing through
    • AdvisorySteering dampening bush has slight play

  15. Fail123,089 miles (+1,278)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,089 miles
    Test number
    125181103428
    • Repaired at testNearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe rubbing through
    • AdvisorySteering dampening bush has slight play

  16. Pass121,811 miles (+2,909)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    121,811 miles
    Test number
    227680515268
    • NoteFront prop shaft uj slightly worn
    • NoteSlighty corroaded brake pipes
    • NoteWiper blades deteriated

  17. Pass118,902 miles (+30)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    118,902 miles
    Test number
    649069414283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside seat belt clip deteriated

  18. Fail118,872 miles (+6,075)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,872 miles
    Test number
    639712914282
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside seat belt clip deteriated

  19. Pass112,797 miles (+6,419)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,797 miles
    Test number
    655579433269
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass106,378 miles (+6,410)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    106,378 miles
    Test number
    886804632203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass99,968 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    505544531226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and back prop uj's worn
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle dirty

  22. Fail99,968 miles (+7,987)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    858014331272
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and back prop uj's worn
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle dirty

  23. Pass91,981 miles (+8,922)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,981 miles
    Test number
    533767130230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,059 miles
    Test number
    892969139220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,059 miles (+9,149)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,059 miles
    Test number
    231407739297
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  26. Pass73,910 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,910 miles
    Test number
    853624628280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,859 miles (+9,043)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    491338518204
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass64,816 miles (+9,143)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,816 miles
    Test number
    324818727217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass55,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,673 miles
    Test number
    124717236209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NRL 342

What vehicle is registration NRL 342 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NRL 342 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Aug 2000. 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 NRL 342 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NRL 342 is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on NRL 342?
The MOT on NRL 342 is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NRL 342 done?
NRL 342 was recorded at 133,572 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 3,940 miles a year.
Has NRL 342 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NRL 342 has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on NRL 342 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 NRL 342 find?
NRL 342 passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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