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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P964 SHGMOT history

P964 SHG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 121,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

P964 SHG green 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 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
121,604 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P964 SHG
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
1 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P964 SHG was last recorded at 121,604 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,598 miles · 9 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,604 miles
  • 2024 – 120,166 miles
  • 2023 – 118,245 miles
  • 2021 – 114,201 miles
  • 2020 – 111,861 miles
  • 2019 – 109,780 miles
  • 2018 – 106,869 miles
  • 2017 – 103,573 miles
  • 2016 – 100,431 miles
  • 2015 – 97,229 miles
  • 2014 – 92,450 miles
  • 2013 – 87,936 miles
  • 2012 – 83,506 miles
  • 2011 – 78,734 miles
  • 2010 – 74,368 miles
  • 2009 – 68,599 miles
  • 2008 – 65,020 miles
  • 2007 – 63,061 miles
  • 2006 – 60,717 miles
  • 2005 – 57,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,604 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,604 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,604 miles
    Test number
    191344146807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,598 miles (+1,432)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,598 miles
    Test number
    817106227741
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass120,166 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    219544077999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,245 miles (+1,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,245 miles
    Test number
    552005835292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,504 miles (+2,303)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,504 miles
    Test number
    543409413474
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Possible rear crank seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slight corrosion on the body

  6. Pass114,201 miles (+2,340)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,201 miles
    Test number
    464537827059
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEX (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,861 miles (+2,081)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,861 miles
    Test number
    366926245157
    • MinorRear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroding

  8. Pass109,780 miles (+2,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,780 miles
    Test number
    802821518292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,869 miles (+3,296)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,869 miles
    Test number
    684010724873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,573 miles (+3,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    103,573 miles
    Test number
    825985732252
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass100,431 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    435094124428
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryR/o/s and r/n/s chassis to body mount outriggers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear a frame balljoint gaiter deteriorated

  12. Fail100,431 miles (+3,202)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    580938297470
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drag link end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryR/o/s and r/n/s chassis to body mount outriggers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear a frame balljoint gaiter deteriorated

  13. Pass97,229 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,229 miles
    Test number
    865429129406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum marker

  14. Fail97,229 miles (+4,779)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,229 miles
    Test number
    861492567336
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum marker

  15. Pass92,450 miles (+4,514)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    92,450 miles
    Test number
    907233364355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass87,936 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    348894663357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail87,936 miles (+4,430)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    526104463366
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass83,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,506 miles
    Test number
    676966852313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,506 miles (+4,772)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,506 miles
    Test number
    765566052309
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass78,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    838453361371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,734 miles (+4,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    997353761347
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass74,368 miles (+5,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,368 miles
    Test number
    294534560336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass68,599 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    68,599 miles
    Test number
    182734869370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSteering box drop arm dust cover split

  24. Fail68,599 miles (+3,579)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,599 miles
    Test number
    210854969358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSteering box drop arm dust cover split

  25. Pass65,020 miles (+1,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,020 miles
    Test number
    703273658351
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass63,061 miles (+2,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    102084457379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass60,717 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    432002166484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,034 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,034 miles
    Test number
    303155355361
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  29. Pass57,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    57,034 miles
    Test number
    434885055462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P964 SHG

Does P964 SHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P964 SHG is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on P964 SHG?
The MOT on P964 SHG is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P964 SHG done?
P964 SHG was recorded at 121,604 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,233 miles a year.
Has P964 SHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P964 SHG has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on P964 SHG 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 P964 SHG find?
P964 SHG passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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