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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

PFX 539MOT history

PFX 539 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 149,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

PFX 539 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 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
149,576 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PFX 539
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

PFX 539 was last recorded at 149,576 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,570 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,576 miles
  • 2024 – 149,522 miles
  • 2022 – 149,425 miles
  • 2021 – 149,036 miles
  • 2019 – 147,931 miles
  • 2017 – 147,517 miles
  • 2016 – 146,829 miles
  • 2015 – 141,757 miles
  • 2014 – 137,930 miles
  • 2013 – 137,755 miles
  • 2012 – 135,861 miles
  • 2010 – 129,270 miles
  • 2009 – 117,775 miles
  • 2007 – 108,312 miles
  • 2005 – 86,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,576 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front axle swivel pin slight leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear rebound block missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed front belts (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both front tyresRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both rear tyresRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle upper A frame ball joint dust cover deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear brake efficiency lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel pin slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,576 miles (+6)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    149,576 miles
    Test number
    214793486455
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle swivel pin slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rebound block missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed front belts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both front tyres
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper A frame ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake efficiency low

  2. Fail149,570 miles (+48)5 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,570 miles
    Test number
    793683151607
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working washer jets missing (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle swivel pin slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rebound block missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads (needs attention) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed front belts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both front tyres
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper A frame ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake efficiency low

  3. Pass149,522 miles (+6)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,522 miles
    Test number
    791874620495
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pin slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear diff upper mount ball joint boot split

  4. Fail149,516 miles (+91)5 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,516 miles
    Test number
    881769929465
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pin slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear diff upper mount ball joint boot split

  5. Pass149,425 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    149,425 miles
    Test number
    156622116011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail149,413 miles (+377)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,413 miles
    Test number
    726838018245
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired cracked (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass149,036 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    149,036 miles
    Test number
    988761488764
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on top of rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both splitting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front hockey sticks (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail149,036 miles (+1,105)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,036 miles
    Test number
    843060132797
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on top of rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both splitting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front hockey sticks (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,931 miles (+414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,931 miles
    Test number
    553651513404
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass147,517 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,517 miles
    Test number
    458785583856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail147,488 miles (+659)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,488 miles
    Test number
    162985872918
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red lense broken (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  12. Pass146,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    146,829 miles
    Test number
    788602780604
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  13. Fail146,829 miles (+5,072)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,829 miles
    Test number
    176175236673
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  14. Pass141,757 miles (+3,827)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    141,757 miles
    Test number
    408938005111
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  15. Pass137,930 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    137,930 miles
    Test number
    148363374416
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  16. Fail137,923 miles (+168)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,923 miles
    Test number
    849710374018
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  17. Pass137,755 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    137,755 miles
    Test number
    667132413009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass135,861 miles (+6,591)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    135,861 miles
    Test number
    129168812475
    • NoteNearside front steering arm ruber boot split
    • NoteOffside front outer sidewall damaged
    • NoteSlight play offside front wheel bearing

  19. Pass129,270 miles (+11,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    129,270 miles
    Test number
    131647550370
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass117,775 miles (+2,688)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    117,775 miles
    Test number
    951370559356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,087 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    115,087 miles
    Test number
    652953029076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail115,057 miles (+6,745)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,057 miles
    Test number
    413940629051
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from diff unit

  23. Pass108,312 miles (+9,395)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    108,312 miles
    Test number
    764768347310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,917 miles (+12,290)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    98,917 miles
    Test number
    781874707056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    86,627 miles
    Test number
    714294455326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PFX 539

What vehicle is registration PFX 539 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PFX 539 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PFX 539 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PFX 539 is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on PFX 539?
The MOT on PFX 539 is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PFX 539 done?
PFX 539 was recorded at 149,576 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 3,163 miles a year.
Has PFX 539 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PFX 539 has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on PFX 539 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 PFX 539 find?
PFX 539 passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 16 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear brake pipes corroded; coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 13 more.

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