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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P535 DDAMOT history

P535 DDA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 128,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2025.

P535 DDA 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 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
128,757 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P535 DDA
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
20 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P535 DDA was last recorded at 128,757 miles on 10 Jun 2025, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,709 miles · 2 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
1,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,757 miles
  • 2020 – 128,709 miles
  • 2018 – 128,607 miles
  • 2017 – 128,494 miles
  • 2016 – 126,863 miles
  • 2015 – 125,281 miles
  • 2014 – 124,274 miles
  • 2013 – 123,382 miles
  • 2012 – 122,463 miles
  • 2011 – 121,078 miles
  • 2010 – 119,617 miles
  • 2009 – 117,205 miles
  • 2008 – 111,704 miles
  • 2007 – 108,370 miles
  • 2006 – 103,362 miles
  • 2005 – 97,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,757 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,757 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    128,757 miles
    Test number
    888701818575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,709 miles (+102)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,709 miles
    Test number
    524911166463
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass128,607 miles (+113)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,607 miles
    Test number
    478117802462
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass128,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,494 miles
    Test number
    898195488486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail128,492 miles (+1,629)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,492 miles
    Test number
    529741928317
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  6. Pass126,863 miles (+1,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    126,863 miles
    Test number
    311746387493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySmall cracks n/s/front tyre

  7. Pass125,281 miles (+1,007)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    601786662930
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s+o/s (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryCracks o/s rear tyre
    • AdvisoryFront no plate slight damage

  8. Pass124,274 miles (+892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    124,274 miles
    Test number
    695840254364
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall surface cracks o/s/rear tyre

  9. Pass123,382 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    123,382 miles
    Test number
    519247453352
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  10. Fail123,373 miles (+910)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,373 miles
    Test number
    955118943326
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • 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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  11. Pass122,463 miles (+1,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    122,463 miles
    Test number
    837032152340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass121,078 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    121,078 miles
    Test number
    409199741439
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail121,072 miles (+1,455)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,072 miles
    Test number
    389248941347
    • FailureCentre Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass119,617 miles (+2,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    119,617 miles
    Test number
    441811650448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass117,205 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    117,205 miles
    Test number
    540814119313
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play rear propshaft uj

  16. Fail117,205 miles (+5,501)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,205 miles
    Test number
    433813619323
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play rear propshaft uj

  17. Pass111,704 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    111,704 miles
    Test number
    583283988228
    • NoteRear valance panel near toe bar corroded

  18. Fail111,692 miles (+3,322)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,692 miles
    Test number
    372416978207
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear valance panel near toe bar corroded

  19. Pass108,370 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    262247677256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail108,370 miles (+5,008)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    513247477259
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass103,362 miles (+5,773)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    103,362 miles
    Test number
    180531276230
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass97,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    97,589 miles
    Test number
    163677375209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P535 DDA

Does P535 DDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P535 DDA expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P535 DDA?
The MOT on P535 DDA expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P535 DDA done?
P535 DDA was recorded at 128,757 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2025, an average of 1,584 miles a year.
Has P535 DDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P535 DDA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on P535 DDA 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 P535 DDA find?
P535 DDA passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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