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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R385 HABMOT history

R385 HAB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Jul 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 168,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

R385 HAB 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 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
168,263 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 HAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 HAB was last recorded at 168,263 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,263 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,263 miles
  • 2024 – 164,552 miles
  • 2023 – 160,653 miles
  • 2022 – 155,679 miles
  • 2021 – 149,793 miles
  • 2020 – 143,478 miles
  • 2019 – 137,368 miles
  • 2018 – 131,685 miles
  • 2017 – 126,014 miles
  • 2016 – 120,194 miles
  • 2015 – 110,095 miles
  • 2014 – 104,567 miles
  • 2013 – 100,797 miles
  • 2012 – 97,797 miles
  • 2011 – 91,089 miles
  • 2010 – 84,013 miles
  • 2009 – 75,860 miles
  • 2008 – 69,569 miles
  • 2007 – 61,974 miles
  • 2006 – 54,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,263 miles
  • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,263 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    168,263 miles
    Test number
    355442089479
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,263 miles (+3,711)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,263 miles
    Test number
    202501012616
    • MajorFront Fuel hose leaking leak off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    164,552 miles
    Test number
    116140868467
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail164,552 miles (+3,899)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,552 miles
    Test number
    461659187814
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass160,653 miles (+4,974)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    160,653 miles
    Test number
    603865770037
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass155,679 miles (+5,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,679 miles
    Test number
    400651418342
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass149,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    149,793 miles
    Test number
    865774622094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail149,793 miles (+6,315)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,793 miles
    Test number
    280633113957
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass143,478 miles (+6,110)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,478 miles
    Test number
    234057460834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,368 miles
    Test number
    463136640397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,368 miles (+5,683)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,368 miles
    Test number
    495453706733
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass131,685 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,685 miles
    Test number
    846361241490
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail131,685 miles (+5,671)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,685 miles
    Test number
    211904702482
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass126,014 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,014 miles
    Test number
    292390429008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail125,947 miles (+5,753)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,947 miles
    Test number
    520800970445
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass120,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    120,194 miles
    Test number
    721448739319
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail120,194 miles (+10,099)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,194 miles
    Test number
    800012637498
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass110,095 miles (+180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,095 miles
    Test number
    879172115221
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail109,915 miles (+5,348)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,915 miles
    Test number
    289106395126
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass104,567 miles (+3,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,567 miles
    Test number
    118195494116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Fail100,797 miles5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,797 miles
    Test number
    486093593168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass100,797 miles (+3,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,797 miles
    Test number
    766053693126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass97,797 miles (+6,708)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,797 miles
    Test number
    129272412277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass91,089 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,089 miles
    Test number
    735975291172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,085 miles (+7,072)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,085 miles
    Test number
    715633191116
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  26. Pass84,013 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,013 miles
    Test number
    423006990126
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDROP ARM BALL JOINT BOOT SPLIT
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN DROP ARM BALL JOINT
    • NoteSTEERING TRACK ROD BENT

  27. Fail84,013 miles (+8,153)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,013 miles
    Test number
    514098180189
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDROP ARM BALL JOINT BOOT SPLIT
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN DROP ARM BALL JOINT
    • NoteSTEERING TRACK ROD BENT

  28. Pass75,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    630187479191
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail75,860 miles (+6,291)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    732287379129
    • Repaired at testLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass69,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    274232998442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail69,569 miles (+7,595)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    283342198419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  32. Pass61,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,974 miles
    Test number
    903592947183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail61,974 miles (+7,055)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,974 miles
    Test number
    174041947191
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has rerrished and has cuts to tread

  34. Pass54,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    54,919 miles
    Test number
    614278116134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R385 HAB

Does R385 HAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R385 HAB is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R385 HAB?
The MOT on R385 HAB is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R385 HAB done?
R385 HAB was recorded at 168,263 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 5,811 miles a year.
Has R385 HAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 HAB has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on R385 HAB 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 R385 HAB find?
R385 HAB passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects: nearside indicator tell-tale inoperative; offside indicator tell-tale inoperative.

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