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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R446 SNRMOT history

R446 SNR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

R446 SNR 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 2 Nov 2022
Mileage
193,600 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R446 SNR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

R446 SNR was last recorded at 193,600 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 8,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Feb 2008: 114,034 miles, lower than 144,024 miles on 26 Feb 2008.

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
184,641 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
8,959 miles
Average per year
4,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,600 miles
  • 2021 – 184,641 miles
  • 2020 – 176,512 miles
  • 2019 – 176,476 miles
  • 2018 – 175,527 miles
  • 2017 – 174,756 miles
  • 2016 – 173,623 miles
  • 2015 – 172,919 miles
  • 2014 – 172,096 miles
  • 2013 – 170,873 miles
  • 2012 – 168,694 miles
  • 2011 – 167,435 miles
  • 2010 – 160,674 miles
  • 2009 – 152,428 miles
  • 2008 – 114,034 miles
  • 2007 – 134,528 miles
  • 2006 – 120,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,600 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted retaining pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis in between the bracket (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount on the axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis in between the bracket (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength radius arm mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount area, chassis/bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount on the axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine/ gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,600 miles (+8,959)1 dangerous13 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,600 miles
    Test number
    700616387433
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted retaining pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis in between the bracket (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount on the axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis in between the bracket (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength radius arm mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount area, chassis/bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount on the axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie bar mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,641 miles (+211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    184,641 miles
    Test number
    914727866556
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/ gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail184,430 miles (+7,918)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,430 miles
    Test number
    781921467386
    • DangerousNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/ gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,512 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    176,512 miles
    Test number
    257407559389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail176,511 miles (+35)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,511 miles
    Test number
    350715148907
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, by rear suspension arm, front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side step mounting not fully secured

  6. Fail176,476 miles (+949)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,476 miles
    Test number
    399833705618
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play rear joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass175,527 miles (+771)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    175,527 miles
    Test number
    275039678870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass174,756 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    174,756 miles
    Test number
    724272322203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass173,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    173,623 miles
    Test number
    147105175762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail173,623 miles (+704)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,623 miles
    Test number
    417163199524
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass172,919 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,919 miles
    Test number
    786786235239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail172,849 miles (+753)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,849 miles
    Test number
    565191735226
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass172,096 miles (+1,223)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    172,096 miles
    Test number
    686505744272
    • NoteSlight play in rear joint on front prop shaft

  14. Pass170,873 miles (+2,179)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    170,873 miles
    Test number
    309474303463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass168,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    168,694 miles
    Test number
    666181322201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail168,694 miles (+1,259)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,694 miles
    Test number
    489080222243
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass167,435 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    167,435 miles
    Test number
    226744661442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass160,674 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    160,674 miles
    Test number
    702005360092
    • NoteOffside front blade split but clears screen ok

  19. Fail160,672 miles (+8,244)12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,672 miles
    Test number
    201672260031
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front blade split but clears screen ok

  20. Pass152,428 miles (+38,394)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    152,428 miles
    Test number
    231085159033
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass114,034 miles (-29,990)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    114,034 miles
    Test number
    842879658014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail144,024 miles (+9,496)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,024 miles
    Test number
    192907258087
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

  23. Pass134,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    134,528 miles
    Test number
    144310057067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail134,528 miles (+14,121)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,528 miles
    Test number
    430170857003
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  25. Pass120,407 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    120,407 miles
    Test number
    661515956011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail120,397 miles6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,397 miles
    Test number
    532384956025
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront propshaft rear joint and rear propshaft rear joint have play
    • NoteO/s door check strap broken
    • NoteSlight corrosion end of main and n/s front brake pipes
    • NoteSteering damper rubber bush has play in it

Questions about R446 SNR

Does R446 SNR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R446 SNR expired on 2 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R446 SNR?
The MOT on R446 SNR expired on 2 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R446 SNR done?
R446 SNR was recorded at 193,600 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 4,386 miles a year.
Has R446 SNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R446 SNR has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on R446 SNR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R446 SNR find?
R446 SNR failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted retaining pin missing; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both; nearside front steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis in between the bracket, and 17 more.

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