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Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R446 OFOMOT history

R446 OFO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

R446 OFO green 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 22 Mar 2025
Mileage
131,174 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R446 OFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R446 OFO was last recorded at 131,174 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 5,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2011: 100,653 miles, lower than 100,655 miles on 2 Dec 2009.
  • 21 Aug 2017: 102,680 miles, lower than 133,890 miles on 29 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
125,596 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
5,578 miles
Average per year
2,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,174 miles
  • 2023 – 125,596 miles
  • 2022 – 121,338 miles
  • 2020 – 115,291 miles
  • 2019 – 111,844 miles
  • 2018 – 105,476 miles
  • 2017 – 102,704 miles
  • 2015 – 133,890 miles
  • 2014 – 100,653 miles
  • 2011 – 100,653 miles
  • 2009 – 100,655 miles
  • 2008 – 100,653 miles
  • 2007 – 100,653 miles
  • 2006 – 100,618 miles
  • 2005 – 94,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,174 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis within 30cm of rear trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive PAS pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,174 miles (+5,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    131,174 miles
    Test number
    519856410517
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis within 30cm of rear trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,596 miles (+305)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    125,596 miles
    Test number
    113435399666
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive PAS pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail125,291 miles (+3,953)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,291 miles
    Test number
    165088742669
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by rear arm front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by rear arm front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive PAS pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,338 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,338 miles
    Test number
    251838958443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,291 miles
    Test number
    346629966395
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,291 miles (+3,447)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,291 miles
    Test number
    173848488904
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,844 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,844 miles
    Test number
    849886420878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,842 miles (+6,366)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    446465235397
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to excessive exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass105,476 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,476 miles
    Test number
    764243836966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,475 miles (+2,771)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,475 miles
    Test number
    594833388205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,704 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,704 miles
    Test number
    837113765409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail102,694 miles (+14)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,694 miles
    Test number
    194101832269
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass102,680 miles (-31,210)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,680 miles
    Test number
    970123857507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass133,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,890 miles
    Test number
    751962120924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail133,890 miles (+33,237)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,890 miles
    Test number
    856190792333
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass100,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    867315344256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,653 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    607384611033
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front wing body damaged

  18. Fail100,653 miles (-2)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    576052211007
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front wing body damaged
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop missing and chassis holed

  19. Pass100,655 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    481886339419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,653 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    844275439383
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass100,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    174550858315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,653 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    742703748389
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass100,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    644873757355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail100,653 miles (+35)3 dangerous8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    241571057336
    • DangerousFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • DangerousRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Pass100,618 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    761579916322
    • NoteOffside front seat base damaged.

  26. Fail100,618 miles (+6,225)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    754068316389
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front seat padding damaged.

  27. Pass94,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    94,393 miles
    Test number
    520938915390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail94,393 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,393 miles
    Test number
    373408515318
    • FailureFront Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about R446 OFO

Does R446 OFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R446 OFO expired on 22 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R446 OFO?
The MOT on R446 OFO expired on 22 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R446 OFO done?
R446 OFO was recorded at 131,174 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 2,007 miles a year.
Has R446 OFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R446 OFO has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on R446 OFO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R446 OFO find?
R446 OFO passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive engine area; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis within 30cm of rear trailing arm mounting; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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