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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P48 ORHMOT history

P48 ORH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 193,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

P48 ORH 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 25 May 2027
Mileage
193,356 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P48 ORH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P48 ORH was last recorded at 193,356 miles on 26 May 2026, 12,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,274 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,082 miles
Average per year
6,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,356 miles
  • 2025 – 181,274 miles
  • 2024 – 173,213 miles
  • 2023 – 159,269 miles
  • 2020 – 155,783 miles
  • 2019 – 142,563 miles
  • 2018 – 128,912 miles
  • 2017 – 125,710 miles
  • 2016 – 124,430 miles
  • 2015 – 124,141 miles
  • 2013 – 122,036 miles
  • 2012 – 118,699 miles
  • 2011 – 110,595 miles
  • 2010 – 101,889 miles
  • 2009 – 94,800 miles
  • 2008 – 87,709 miles
  • 2007 – 81,937 miles
  • 2006 – 74,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,356 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn PANARD ROD BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • VEHICLE CHASSIS HEAVILY UNDER SEALED IN PLACES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REAPAIRS TO CHASSIS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,356 miles (+12,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    193,356 miles
    Test number
    136956335940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass181,274 miles (+8,061)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,274 miles
    Test number
    927926795527
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass173,213 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    173,213 miles
    Test number
    458127033162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn PANARD ROD BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE CHASSIS HEAVILY UNDER SEALED IN PLACES
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REAPAIRS TO CHASSIS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  4. Fail173,211 miles (+13,942)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,211 miles
    Test number
    436005554174
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WHERE OUTRIGGER JOINS CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn PANARD ROD BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE CHASSIS HEAVILY UNDER SEALED IN PLACES
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REAPAIRS TO CHASSIS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  5. Pass159,269 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    159,269 miles
    Test number
    905238863903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail159,266 miles (+3,483)1 dangerous12 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,266 miles
    Test number
    266653278584
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Exhaust missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust missing (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Seat belt damaged Both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Turrets both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusters missing (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  7. Pass155,783 miles (+13,220)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,783 miles
    Test number
    208360725306
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,563 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,563 miles
    Test number
    605440506057
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail142,563 miles (+13,651)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,563 miles
    Test number
    864461784323
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,912 miles (+3,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,912 miles
    Test number
    864855859736
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass125,710 miles (+1,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    125,710 miles
    Test number
    251943062688
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  12. Pass124,430 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,430 miles
    Test number
    493218527885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,141 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,141 miles
    Test number
    805764615125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,036 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,036 miles
    Test number
    106506243346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass118,699 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    118,699 miles
    Test number
    258576062342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,595 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    110,595 miles
    Test number
    395044251300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,493 miles (+8,604)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,493 miles
    Test number
    968498441362
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass101,889 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    101,889 miles
    Test number
    761296520394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,788 miles (+6,988)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,788 miles
    Test number
    490951120366
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass94,800 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,800 miles
    Test number
    543224039345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,136 miles (+6,427)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,136 miles
    Test number
    560002129311
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass87,709 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    87,709 miles
    Test number
    144947978285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail87,687 miles (+5,750)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,687 miles
    Test number
    974615578248
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail81,937 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,937 miles
    Test number
    170342487248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass81,937 miles (+7,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,937 miles
    Test number
    783112287252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass74,246 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    74,246 miles
    Test number
    663539176246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    610576926028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P48 ORH

Does P48 ORH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P48 ORH is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P48 ORH?
The MOT on P48 ORH is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P48 ORH done?
P48 ORH was recorded at 193,356 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 6,018 miles a year.
Has P48 ORH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P48 ORH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on P48 ORH 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 P48 ORH find?
P48 ORH passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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