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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P263 LEVMOT history

P263 LEV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 84,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

P263 LEV blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2023
Mileage
84,335 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P263 LEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P263 LEV was last recorded at 84,335 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,314 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
2,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,335 miles
  • 2021 – 81,760 miles
  • 2020 – 79,938 miles
  • 2019 – 78,309 miles
  • 2018 – 75,905 miles
  • 2017 – 73,577 miles
  • 2016 – 71,545 miles
  • 2015 – 69,738 miles
  • 2014 – 68,151 miles
  • 2013 – 66,364 miles
  • 2012 – 64,511 miles
  • 2011 – 61,909 miles
  • 2010 – 59,073 miles
  • 2009 – 56,383 miles
  • 2008 – 53,682 miles
  • 2007 – 50,945 miles
  • 2006 – 48,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,335 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both rear tyres cracking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,335 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,335 miles
    Test number
    918100773215
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail84,314 miles (+2,554)10 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,314 miles
    Test number
    803543221554
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 off (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working an faded (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective pair (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,760 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    550555311855
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight oil leak from hub
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail81,760 miles (+1,822)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    843989066982
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight oil leak from hub
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass79,938 miles (+1,629)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,938 miles
    Test number
    232133673392
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass78,309 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    628064529756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail78,270 miles (+2,365)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,270 miles
    Test number
    207372847279
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass75,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,905 miles
    Test number
    451346565076
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear n/s body mounting rusted

  9. Fail75,905 miles (+2,328)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,905 miles
    Test number
    234747911491
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNear side body support missing

  10. Pass73,577 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,577 miles
    Test number
    726327481581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nsf chassis-not structual

  11. Fail73,545 miles (+2,000)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,545 miles
    Test number
    787500685262
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering idler (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nsf chassis-not structual

  12. Pass71,545 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,545 miles
    Test number
    798438840373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable bushes worn (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  13. Fail71,545 miles (+1,807)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,545 miles
    Test number
    678856760070
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush hockey stick (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable bushes worn (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  14. Pass69,738 miles (+1,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    917228233373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking

  15. Pass68,151 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,151 miles
    Test number
    586889264233
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail68,106 miles (+1,742)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,106 miles
    Test number
    308391464299
    • FailureFront Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass66,364 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,364 miles
    Test number
    379207643290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail66,353 miles (+1,842)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,353 miles
    Test number
    386435443446
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass64,511 miles (+58)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    948394552214
    • NoteOil leaking from front n/s hub

  20. Fail64,453 miles (+2,544)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,453 miles
    Test number
    406494442254
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leaking from front n/s hub

  21. Pass61,909 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,909 miles
    Test number
    628682641232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,073 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,073 miles
    Test number
    701233740230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,383 miles
    Test number
    621888759291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,383 miles (+2,701)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,383 miles
    Test number
    862551659210
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass53,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,682 miles
    Test number
    571789248249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,682 miles (+2,737)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,682 miles
    Test number
    511549948231
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass50,945 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,945 miles
    Test number
    183163457264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    692899946295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P263 LEV

Does P263 LEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P263 LEV expired on 27 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P263 LEV?
The MOT on P263 LEV expired on 27 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P263 LEV done?
P263 LEV was recorded at 84,335 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 2,236 miles a year.
Has P263 LEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P263 LEV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on P263 LEV 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 P263 LEV find?
P263 LEV passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: coil spring corroded all 4.

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