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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,401 cc

P191 LMSMOT history

P191 LMS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 277,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

P191 LMS 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 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
277,955 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P191 LMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P191 LMS was last recorded at 277,955 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 9,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
268,683 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,272 miles
Average per year
5,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 277,955 miles
  • 2025 – 268,683 miles
  • 2024 – 264,412 miles
  • 2018 – 262,100 miles
  • 2017 – 259,486 miles
  • 2016 – 256,066 miles
  • 2015 – 253,375 miles
  • 2014 – 251,964 miles
  • 2013 – 250,956 miles
  • 2012 – 248,527 miles
  • 2011 – 245,416 miles
  • 2010 – 238,946 miles
  • 2008 – 227,600 miles
  • 2007 – 199,950 miles
  • 2006 – 173,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass277,955 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine

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.

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass277,955 miles (+9,272)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    277,955 miles
    Test number
    511975721655
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine

  2. Pass268,683 miles (+4,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    268,683 miles
    Test number
    632698590909
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass264,412 miles (+2,312)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    264,412 miles
    Test number
    863733242424
    • AdvisoryBonnet corroded on underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end split pin missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass262,100 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    262,100 miles
    Test number
    631499944481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass259,486 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    259,486 miles
    Test number
    449798942091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass256,066 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    256,066 miles
    Test number
    735755120038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  7. Fail256,066 miles (+2,691)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,066 miles
    Test number
    489914380301
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass253,375 miles (+1,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    253,375 miles
    Test number
    117373981664
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Fail251,964 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,964 miles
    Test number
    349457064237
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass251,964 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    251,964 miles
    Test number
    595787264207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass250,956 miles (+93)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    250,956 miles
    Test number
    347582463275
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail250,863 miles (+2,336)6 failures9 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,863 miles
    Test number
    666108223295
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteGrease around front hubs
    • NotePlay in both front lower hub swivel joints
    • NotePlay in steering box drop arm

  13. Pass248,527 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    248,527 miles
    Test number
    697423592175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass245,416 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    245,416 miles
    Test number
    447809581167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail245,410 miles (+87)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,410 miles
    Test number
    295158581404
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis rails corroded
    • NoteO/s front wheel bearing slightly noisey
    • NoteRear cross-member corroded

  16. Fail245,323 miles (+6,377)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,323 miles
    Test number
    105647141155
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBrake servo performance poor

  17. Pass238,946 miles (+11,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    238,946 miles
    Test number
    350538440105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass227,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    227,600 miles
    Test number
    734578468165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail227,600 miles (+27,650)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,600 miles
    Test number
    582235468171
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass199,950 miles (+26,492)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    199,950 miles
    Test number
    504550857191
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside rear body lower panel damaged

  21. Pass173,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    173,458 miles
    Test number
    724798236154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail173,457 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,457 miles
    Test number
    990288336112
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about P191 LMS

Does P191 LMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P191 LMS is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P191 LMS?
The MOT on P191 LMS is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P191 LMS done?
P191 LMS was recorded at 277,955 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 5,253 miles a year.
Has P191 LMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P191 LMS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on P191 LMS 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 P191 LMS find?
P191 LMS passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; slight oil leak from rear diff, and 1 more.

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