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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R389 GUMMOT history

R389 GUM is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 136,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2023.

R389 GUM blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2024
Mileage
136,529 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 GUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 GUM was last recorded at 136,529 miles on 27 Oct 2023, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,507 miles · 18 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
3,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,529 miles
  • 2022 – 136,507 miles
  • 2021 – 136,089 miles
  • 2020 – 135,434 miles
  • 2019 – 135,414 miles
  • 2018 – 134,680 miles
  • 2017 – 131,970 miles
  • 2016 – 130,499 miles
  • 2015 – 128,330 miles
  • 2013 – 108,565 miles
  • 2012 – 106,333 miles
  • 2011 – 103,025 miles
  • 2010 – 99,014 miles
  • 2009 – 97,863 miles
  • 2008 – 96,639 miles
  • 2007 – 95,259 miles
  • 2006 – 90,522 miles
  • 2005 – 77,016 miles
  • 2004 – 62,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,529 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel joint weeping oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Aug 2004, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,529 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,529 miles
    Test number
    505311396812
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,507 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,507 miles
    Test number
    771066159385
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded and rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (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 Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail136,507 miles (+418)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,507 miles
    Test number
    161789954279
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded and rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (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 Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass136,089 miles (+655)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,089 miles
    Test number
    497070399156
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,434 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    771925937943
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal near bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,434 miles (+20)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    297951465565
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal near bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,414 miles (+734)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,414 miles
    Test number
    975678117454
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering system fouling Hub Seal Leaking (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded tie rod (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced transmission area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass134,680 miles (+12)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,680 miles
    Test number
    478426645437
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top of rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail134,668 miles (+2,698)2 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,668 miles
    Test number
    883313340939
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top of rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,970 miles (+1,471)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    131,970 miles
    Test number
    763316932927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint weeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass130,499 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,499 miles
    Test number
    668859491927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint weeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail130,487 miles (+23)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,487 miles
    Test number
    532562978696
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint weeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail130,464 miles (+2,134)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,464 miles
    Test number
    695434736537
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront PROPSHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT EXCESSIVE PLAY
    • AdvisoryFront STEERING DAMPER BUSH WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer OUTER HUB SEAL LEAKING

  14. Pass128,330 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    128,330 miles
    Test number
    840538092210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,828 miles (+15,263)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,828 miles
    Test number
    395283515036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,565 miles (+2,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    108,565 miles
    Test number
    547084053314
    • NoteWheel bearing has slight play-shocker top bushes slightly deteriorated

  17. Pass106,333 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    368347522398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,025 miles (+4,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,025 miles
    Test number
    807955321363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass99,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    99,014 miles
    Test number
    380926700313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,014 miles (+1,151)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,014 miles
    Test number
    380422490462
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteTwo track rod end rubbers split front propshaft joint excessevly worn front steering damper mounting worn

  21. Pass97,863 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    673795989278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,639 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    96,639 miles
    Test number
    433279308456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,259 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,259 miles
    Test number
    311583497407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,522 miles (+13,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,522 miles
    Test number
    643284566257
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass77,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    77,016 miles
    Test number
    280553275250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,015 miles (+14,492)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,015 miles
    Test number
    472303275241
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  27. Pass62,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2005
    Odometer
    62,523 miles
    Test number
    294432955492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R389 GUM

Does R389 GUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R389 GUM expired on 26 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R389 GUM?
The MOT on R389 GUM expired on 26 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R389 GUM done?
R389 GUM was recorded at 136,529 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2023, an average of 3,857 miles a year.
Has R389 GUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 GUM has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on R389 GUM 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 R389 GUM find?
R389 GUM passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2023 with 8 advisories: front prop shaft bearing has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal, and 5 more.

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