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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P154 PCVMOT history

P154 PCV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 95,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

P154 PCV 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,995 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P154 PCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
22 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P154 PCV was last recorded at 95,995 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 2,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,800 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,195 miles
Average per year
2,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,995 miles
  • 2025 – 93,800 miles
  • 2024 – 91,594 miles
  • 2023 – 89,366 miles
  • 2022 – 87,386 miles
  • 2021 – 85,208 miles
  • 2020 – 82,437 miles
  • 2019 – 79,766 miles
  • 2018 – 77,109 miles
  • 2017 – 74,379 miles
  • 2016 – 71,159 miles
  • 2015 – 67,808 miles
  • 2014 – 64,094 miles
  • 2013 – 61,473 miles
  • 2012 – 59,537 miles
  • 2011 – 57,709 miles
  • 2010 – 55,403 miles
  • 2009 – 52,608 miles
  • 2008 – 50,206 miles
  • 2007 – 47,242 miles
  • 2006 – 43,330 miles
  • 2005 – 39,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,995 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,995 miles (+2,195)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,995 miles
    Test number
    621916129638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass93,800 miles (+2,206)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,800 miles
    Test number
    954257414874
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass91,594 miles (+2,228)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,594 miles
    Test number
    474235591697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass89,366 miles (+1,980)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,366 miles
    Test number
    884284287694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass87,386 miles (+2,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,386 miles
    Test number
    987263364967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass85,208 miles (+2,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    85,208 miles
    Test number
    787417563943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass82,437 miles (+2,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    626261248034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass79,766 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,766 miles
    Test number
    684465274208
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,766 miles (+2,657)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,766 miles
    Test number
    272270946340
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass77,109 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,109 miles
    Test number
    968610136974
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking

  11. Fail77,103 miles (+2,724)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,103 miles
    Test number
    582614520843
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn And offside front tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking

  12. Pass74,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,379 miles
    Test number
    590418292037
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  13. Fail74,379 miles (+3,220)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,379 miles
    Test number
    141628660893
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass71,159 miles (+3,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,159 miles
    Test number
    387228324092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass67,808 miles (+3,714)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,808 miles
    Test number
    265591195410
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  16. Pass64,094 miles (+2,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    568081094162
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass61,473 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    619008873138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront propshaft missing

  18. Fail61,473 miles (+1,936)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    709898173136
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront propshaft missing

  19. Pass59,537 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,537 miles
    Test number
    987090302266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail59,534 miles (+1,825)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,534 miles
    Test number
    847433692174
    • FailureNearside 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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass57,709 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    289745231230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside front drag link ball joint dust seal split

  22. Fail57,706 miles (+2,303)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    738284431268
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside front drag link ball joint dust seal split

  23. Fail55,403 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,403 miles
    Test number
    321368810473
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass55,403 miles (+2,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,403 miles
    Test number
    773378710241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail52,608 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,608 miles
    Test number
    784842139206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass52,608 miles (+2,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,608 miles
    Test number
    970572939294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass50,206 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,206 miles
    Test number
    193204898200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  28. Fail50,206 miles (+2,964)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,206 miles
    Test number
    943864898230
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  29. Pass47,242 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,242 miles
    Test number
    203392197215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  30. Fail47,241 miles (+3,911)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,241 miles
    Test number
    591292997210
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  31. Pass43,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,330 miles
    Test number
    363311796258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail43,330 miles (+3,895)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,330 miles
    Test number
    300471596216
    • 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. Pass39,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    921022895271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P154 PCV

Does P154 PCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P154 PCV is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P154 PCV?
The MOT on P154 PCV is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P154 PCV done?
P154 PCV was recorded at 95,995 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,760 miles a year.
Has P154 PCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P154 PCV has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2019.
Has the mileage on P154 PCV 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 P154 PCV find?
P154 PCV passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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