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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

PPY 3MOT history

PPY 3 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

PPY 3 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,080 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PPY 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PPY 3 was last recorded at 148,080 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,080 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,080 miles
  • 2025 – 147,887 miles
  • 2024 – 143,657 miles
  • 2022 – 140,027 miles
  • 2021 – 137,036 miles
  • 2020 – 135,548 miles
  • 2019 – 129,521 miles
  • 2018 – 119,081 miles
  • 2017 – 111,846 miles
  • 2016 – 102,717 miles
  • 2015 – 93,958 miles
  • 2014 – 87,102 miles
  • 2013 – 80,462 miles
  • 2012 – 75,729 miles
  • 2011 – 69,727 miles
  • 2010 – 63,119 miles
  • 2009 – 58,930 miles
  • 2008 – 57,239 miles
  • 2007 – 53,402 miles
  • 2006 – 50,886 miles
  • 2005 – 49,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,080 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,080 miles
    Test number
    559533000424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,080 miles (+193)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,080 miles
    Test number
    685585469745
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass147,887 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    147,887 miles
    Test number
    756693204224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,657 miles (+3,630)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    143,657 miles
    Test number
    810198235993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,027 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,027 miles
    Test number
    196842494511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,036 miles (+1,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,036 miles
    Test number
    193529886560
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,548 miles (+6,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,548 miles
    Test number
    988062038983
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened radius arm bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,521 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,521 miles
    Test number
    612186674872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail129,442 miles (+10,361)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,442 miles
    Test number
    247869463449
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link 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 Drag link 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play to nsf wheel hub bearing

  10. Pass119,081 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,081 miles
    Test number
    346932623053
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust hanger weld (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Fail119,081 miles (+7,235)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,081 miles
    Test number
    316815726517
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust hanger weld (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass111,846 miles (+9,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    111,846 miles
    Test number
    946830601401
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight Leak From Front Swivel Seals

  13. Pass102,717 miles (+8,759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,717 miles
    Test number
    856193585905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass93,958 miles (+6,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,958 miles
    Test number
    875929600093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)

  15. Pass87,102 miles (+6,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,102 miles
    Test number
    998976644323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail80,462 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,462 miles
    Test number
    235646723365
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass80,462 miles (+4,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,462 miles
    Test number
    855526323362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail75,729 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    235782032334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass75,729 miles (+6,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    668802732307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Pass69,727 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    69,727 miles
    Test number
    149346001341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle condition underneath in a dirty condition.

  21. Fail69,726 miles (+6,607)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,726 miles
    Test number
    846174201357
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate lamp lens is missing.
    • NoteVehicle condition underneath in a dirty condition.

  22. Pass63,119 miles (+2)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,119 miles
    Test number
    182927600331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seat base cushion badly worn.
    • NoteOil leak from o/s/f hub.

  23. Fail63,117 miles (+4,187)6 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,117 miles
    Test number
    451935800489
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seat base cushion badly worn.
    • NoteOil leak from o/s/f hub.

  24. Pass58,930 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,930 miles
    Test number
    820011909383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail58,928 miles (+1,689)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,928 miles
    Test number
    393049999289
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass57,239 miles (+3,837)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    57,239 miles
    Test number
    911944748364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass53,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    571399397274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,402 miles (+2,516)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    413126397260
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing on both edges.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has various cuts evident in the outer tread.

  29. Pass50,886 miles (+1,848)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    50,886 miles
    Test number
    690548876272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHand brake travel is long.

  30. Pass49,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    833896255218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PPY 3

What vehicle is registration PPY 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PPY 3 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. 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 PPY 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PPY 3 is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on PPY 3?
The MOT on PPY 3 is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PPY 3 done?
PPY 3 was recorded at 148,080 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,842 miles a year.
Has PPY 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PPY 3 has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on PPY 3 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 PPY 3 find?
PPY 3 passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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