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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P490 BFRMOT history

P490 BFR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 223,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2022.

P490 BFR green 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 1 Apr 2023
Mileage
223,040 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P490 BFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P490 BFR was last recorded at 223,040 miles on 2 Apr 2022, 6,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,589 miles · 27 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
6,451 miles
Average per year
9,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 223,040 miles
  • 2020 – 216,589 miles
  • 2019 – 213,819 miles
  • 2018 – 210,780 miles
  • 2017 – 203,198 miles
  • 2015 – 188,964 miles
  • 2014 – 171,044 miles
  • 2013 – 163,830 miles
  • 2012 – 158,180 miles
  • 2011 – 147,071 miles
  • 2010 – 134,166 miles
  • 2009 – 126,688 miles
  • 2008 – 100,634 miles
  • 2007 – 83,226 miles
  • 2006 – 67,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,040 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both rear wheel arches damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil mist from engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,040 miles (+6,451)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    223,040 miles
    Test number
    880920788923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass216,589 miles (+2,770)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    216,589 miles
    Test number
    276177111412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corroded at bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded at bottom
    • AdvisoryRear corroded at bottom
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil mist from engine / gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil mist from power steering reservoir area

  3. Pass213,819 miles (+3,039)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    213,819 miles
    Test number
    499875675671
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer spray poor but working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play steering ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches damaged
    • AdvisoryOil mist around power steering reservoir
    • AdvisoryOil mist from engine area
    • AdvisoryOil mist from transfer box area

  4. Pass210,780 miles (+7,582)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    210,780 miles
    Test number
    427315005083
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil mist from engine area

  5. Pass203,198 miles (+14,234)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    203,198 miles
    Test number
    648289910096
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area
    • AdvisoryOil weep from gearbox area

  6. Pass188,964 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    188,964 miles
    Test number
    473534963147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail188,955 miles (+17,911)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,955 miles
    Test number
    941712299635
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure nut loose (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  8. Pass171,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    171,044 miles
    Test number
    188967754474
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail171,044 miles (+7,214)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,044 miles
    Test number
    405537154042
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass163,830 miles (+5,650)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    163,830 miles
    Test number
    536891153041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,180 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    158,180 miles
    Test number
    906675252202
    • NoteNearside front metal brake pipe showing signs of corrosion. Wear in nearside rear anti roll bar link and top shock absorber bush. Slight play in front wheel bearings.
    • NoteRear chassis cross member is seriously corroded.

  12. Fail158,180 miles (+11,109)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,180 miles
    Test number
    446064852289
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteNearside front metal brake pipe showing signs of corrosion. Wear in nearside rear anti roll bar link and top shock absorber bush. Slight play in front wheel bearings.

  13. Pass147,071 miles (+12,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    147,071 miles
    Test number
    837911151219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass134,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    134,166 miles
    Test number
    771435420298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail134,166 miles (+7,478)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,166 miles
    Test number
    762173220204
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass126,688 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    126,688 miles
    Test number
    761544699117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail126,688 miles (+26,054)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,688 miles
    Test number
    960244099104
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass100,634 miles (+17,408)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    100,634 miles
    Test number
    241608698444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront differential leaking fluid

  19. Pass83,226 miles (+15,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    83,226 miles
    Test number
    500883717230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,990 miles
    Test number
    682412026207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P490 BFR

Does P490 BFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P490 BFR expired on 1 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P490 BFR?
The MOT on P490 BFR expired on 1 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P490 BFR done?
P490 BFR was recorded at 223,040 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2022, an average of 9,911 miles a year.
Has P490 BFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P490 BFR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on P490 BFR 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 P490 BFR find?
P490 BFR passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2022 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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