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Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R377 BACMOT history

R377 BAC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 165,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

R377 BAC red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2023
Mileage
165,314 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R377 BAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R377 BAC was last recorded at 165,314 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 3,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,461 miles · 22 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
3,853 miles
Average per year
5,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,314 miles
  • 2021 – 161,461 miles
  • 2020 – 156,970 miles
  • 2019 – 152,498 miles
  • 2018 – 147,569 miles
  • 2017 – 141,898 miles
  • 2016 – 135,550 miles
  • 2015 – 130,603 miles
  • 2014 – 123,980 miles
  • 2013 – 117,163 miles
  • 2012 – 110,774 miles
  • 2011 – 105,462 miles
  • 2010 – 98,242 miles
  • 2009 – 91,895 miles
  • 2008 – 84,847 miles
  • 2007 – 77,847 miles
  • 2006 – 70,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,314 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,314 miles (+3,853)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    165,314 miles
    Test number
    858889870012
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass161,461 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    161,461 miles
    Test number
    900161148974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail161,441 miles (+4,471)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,441 miles
    Test number
    585347679916
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting On top of outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt On steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Underbody nOn chassis to bobyv (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass156,970 miles (+4,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,970 miles
    Test number
    628443009507
    • AdvisoryNearside Bodymount
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,498 miles (+4,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    152,498 miles
    Test number
    708299405680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass147,569 miles (+5,671)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,569 miles
    Test number
    345453083843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,898 miles (+6,348)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,898 miles
    Test number
    730420839712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,550 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,550 miles
    Test number
    175481861209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    130,603 miles
    Test number
    436633961883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,603 miles (+6,623)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,603 miles
    Test number
    427597158237
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass123,980 miles (+6,817)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,980 miles
    Test number
    359936684139
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  12. Pass117,163 miles (+6,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,163 miles
    Test number
    146635283138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass110,774 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,774 miles
    Test number
    947014472152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,462 miles
    Test number
    209033791439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,462 miles (+7,220)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,462 miles
    Test number
    928740581118
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass98,242 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,242 miles
    Test number
    814933490100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,237 miles (+6,342)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    162820490130
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass91,895 miles (+7,048)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    91,895 miles
    Test number
    322077589160
    • NoteN/s/r rebound rubber missing
    • NoteRear no plate beginning to deteriorate
    • NoteSmall cuts in n/s/f outer tyre wall

  19. Pass84,847 miles (+7,000)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,847 miles
    Test number
    793300898111
    • NoteN/s/r rebound rubber missing
    • NoteRear section of exhaust in poor condition
    • NoteSmall tear o/s wiper blade
    • NoteSurface corrosion to chassis and outriggers

  20. Pass77,847 miles (+6,864)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    77,847 miles
    Test number
    342691197174
    • NoteN/s/r rebound rubber missing
    • NoteSlight play steering damper bush
    • NoteSurface corrosion to o/s/r steel b/pipe
    • NoteSurface corrosion to parts of chassis

  21. Pass70,983 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,983 miles
    Test number
    212045386146
    • NoteFront and rear disc pads on limit
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r w/bearing

Questions about R377 BAC

Does R377 BAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R377 BAC expired on 30 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R377 BAC?
The MOT on R377 BAC expired on 30 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R377 BAC done?
R377 BAC was recorded at 165,314 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 5,888 miles a year.
Has R377 BAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R377 BAC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on R377 BAC 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 R377 BAC find?
R377 BAC passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush, and 2 more.

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