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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

NSG 8MOT history

NSG 8 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 151,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

NSG 8 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
151,254 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NSG 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NSG 8 was last recorded at 151,254 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 1,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,631 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,623 miles
Average per year
3,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,254 miles
  • 2025 – 149,631 miles
  • 2024 – 148,037 miles
  • 2023 – 147,222 miles
  • 2022 – 145,391 miles
  • 2021 – 143,365 miles
  • 2020 – 141,581 miles
  • 2019 – 139,497 miles
  • 2018 – 136,528 miles
  • 2017 – 134,552 miles
  • 2016 – 131,218 miles
  • 2015 – 127,198 miles
  • 2014 – 124,078 miles
  • 2013 – 121,265 miles
  • 2012 – 119,485 miles
  • 2011 – 117,378 miles
  • 2010 – 110,220 miles
  • 2009 – 98,662 miles
  • 2008 – 93,823 miles
  • 2007 – 84,636 miles
  • 2006 – 76,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,254 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryN/s rear out rigger corroded

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,254 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    151,254 miles
    Test number
    181921920885
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear out rigger corroded

  2. Fail151,254 miles (+1,623)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,254 miles
    Test number
    113208642089
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear out rigger corroded

  3. Pass149,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,631 miles
    Test number
    973133939111
    • AdvisoryOffside Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail149,631 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,631 miles
    Test number
    452747732272
    • DangerousOffside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorLower Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking steering box lower seal (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass148,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    148,037 miles
    Test number
    805466945625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail148,035 miles (+738)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,035 miles
    Test number
    440408347369
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass147,297 miles (+75)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,297 miles
    Test number
    260083806733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHorn switch loose

  8. Fail147,222 miles (+1,831)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,222 miles
    Test number
    101041424045
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier cab floor corroded (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front of chassis leg (two areas) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))

  9. Pass145,391 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,391 miles
    Test number
    619228038663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail145,349 miles (+1,984)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,349 miles
    Test number
    911571563570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass143,365 miles (+1,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,365 miles
    Test number
    568527112322
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively shaft front u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass141,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    141,581 miles
    Test number
    119156868414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail141,581 miles (+2,084)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,581 miles
    Test number
    214760244426
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass139,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,497 miles
    Test number
    507347145453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s wiper arm loose/spindle worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f footwell corroded outside prescribed area

  15. Fail139,496 miles (+2,968)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,496 miles
    Test number
    557989104846
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s wiper arm loose/spindle worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f footwell corroded outside prescribed area

  16. Pass136,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,528 miles
    Test number
    796553422568
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  17. Fail136,528 miles (+1,976)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,528 miles
    Test number
    507340313048
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  18. Pass134,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    900856822121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,552 miles (+3,334)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    615467663123
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass131,218 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,218 miles
    Test number
    415238759091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Fail131,218 miles (+4,020)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,218 miles
    Test number
    817414652761
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis near rear hockey stick bush mount (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front of chassis near steering box (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Bush seat cups rotten and missing (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass127,198 miles (+3,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,198 miles
    Test number
    792323739177
    • AdvisoryCoolant pipe chaffing on offside engine mounting bracket
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe chaffing on steering arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak from transfer box
    • AdvisorySteering damper has slight play in a bush

  23. Pass124,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,078 miles
    Test number
    115109214264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail124,078 miles (+2,813)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,078 miles
    Test number
    499658214275
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass121,265 miles (+1,780)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    121,265 miles
    Test number
    248981113283
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWelding repairs to underside

  26. Pass119,485 miles (+2,107)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    119,485 miles
    Test number
    518952672179
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear chassis corroded
    • NoteWear to rear brake discs

  27. Pass117,378 miles (+7,158)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,378 miles
    Test number
    208423571459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass110,220 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,220 miles
    Test number
    892149160163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt stalk plastic casing missing
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight crack in nearside front headlamp

  29. Fail110,220 miles (+11,558)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,220 miles
    Test number
    723977360189
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt stalk plastic casing missing
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight crack in nearside front headlamp

  30. Pass98,662 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,662 miles
    Test number
    391739369172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass93,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,823 miles
    Test number
    513390378148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail93,823 miles (+9,187)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,823 miles
    Test number
    364860178142
    • FailureCentre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  33. Pass84,636 miles (+7,688)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    654012467135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass76,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    314777066164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail76,948 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    401467966151
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about NSG 8

What vehicle is registration NSG 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NSG 8 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 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 NSG 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NSG 8 is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on NSG 8?
The MOT on NSG 8 is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NSG 8 done?
NSG 8 was recorded at 151,254 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,694 miles a year.
Has NSG 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NSG 8 has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on NSG 8 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 NSG 8 find?
NSG 8 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; n/s rear out rigger corroded.

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