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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P73 HWCMOT history

P73 HWC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 264,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2024.

P73 HWC 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 24 Oct 2025
Mileage
264,314 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P73 HWC
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
29 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P73 HWC was last recorded at 264,314 miles on 25 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2007: 204,774 miles, lower than 931,731 miles on 12 May 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
264,314 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 264,314 miles
  • 2023 – 260,108 miles
  • 2021 – 260,100 miles
  • 2018 – 255,475 miles
  • 2017 – 250,535 miles
  • 2016 – 244,384 miles
  • 2015 – 238,679 miles
  • 2013 – 233,599 miles
  • 2012 – 227,137 miles
  • 2011 – 223,901 miles
  • 2010 – 220,378 miles
  • 2009 – 211,729 miles
  • 2008 – 207,660 miles
  • 2007 – 204,774 miles
  • 2006 – 931,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,314 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    264,314 miles
    Test number
    608912218191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail264,314 miles (+4,206)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,314 miles
    Test number
    225810734479
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass260,108 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    260,108 miles
    Test number
    922069833521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail260,100 miles (+4,625)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,100 miles
    Test number
    463926316244
    • DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine Crank oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass255,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    255,475 miles
    Test number
    304133603362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail255,475 miles (+4,940)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,475 miles
    Test number
    787758545697
    • Repaired at testSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm loose (2.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass250,535 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    250,535 miles
    Test number
    718384242467
    • AdvisoryFront chassis suspension and brake pipes under sealed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside dirty corroded and holed

  8. Fail250,515 miles (+6,131)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,515 miles
    Test number
    729780266300
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront chassis suspension and brake pipes under sealed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside dirty corroded and holed

  9. Pass244,384 miles (+5,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    244,384 miles
    Test number
    862635452739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass238,679 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    238,679 miles
    Test number
    215157415230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass233,599 miles (+6,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    233,599 miles
    Test number
    688617013387
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass227,137 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    227,137 miles
    Test number
    366164712257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass223,901 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    223,901 miles
    Test number
    835219281160
    • NoteAdvancing corrosion to offside rear crossmember

  14. Fail223,899 miles (+3,521)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,899 miles
    Test number
    457328181133
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass220,378 miles (+8,649)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    220,378 miles
    Test number
    761210630187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass211,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    211,729 miles
    Test number
    303969839121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail211,729 miles (+4,069)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,729 miles
    Test number
    703034839177
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split

  18. Pass207,660 miles (+2,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    207,660 miles
    Test number
    270021158455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass204,774 miles (-726,957)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    204,774 miles
    Test number
    890473847110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass931,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    931,731 miles
    Test number
    202082636106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P73 HWC

Does P73 HWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P73 HWC expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P73 HWC?
The MOT on P73 HWC expired on 24 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P73 HWC done?
P73 HWC was recorded at 264,314 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2024.
Has P73 HWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P73 HWC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P73 HWC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P73 HWC find?
P73 HWC passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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