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Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R477 EHOMOT history

R477 EHO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

R477 EHO 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 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,580 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R477 EHO
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
28 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R477 EHO was last recorded at 65,580 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,960 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,620 miles
Average per year
1,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,580 miles
  • 2025 – 63,960 miles
  • 2024 – 62,318 miles
  • 2023 – 61,689 miles
  • 2022 – 61,307 miles
  • 2021 – 60,872 miles
  • 2020 – 60,286 miles
  • 2019 – 59,798 miles
  • 2018 – 59,179 miles
  • 2017 – 57,900 miles
  • 2016 – 56,824 miles
  • 2015 – 55,862 miles
  • 2014 – 54,720 miles
  • 2013 – 53,562 miles
  • 2012 – 52,045 miles
  • 2011 – 49,948 miles
  • 2010 – 47,583 miles
  • 2009 – 45,951 miles
  • 2008 – 43,573 miles
  • 2007 – 41,592 miles
  • 2006 – 38,192 miles
  • 2005 – 31,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,580 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly insecure but preventing ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing/cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Ladder obstructing the registration plate but it is readable

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 Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Inner Both side (Drag link end ball joint dust cover Perishing)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,580 miles (+1,620)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    961733943377
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly insecure but preventing ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing/cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Ladder obstructing the registration plate but it is readable

  2. Pass63,960 miles (+1,642)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    63,960 miles
    Test number
    217774115117
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (Offside&Nearside) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen damaged (Chip mark) but not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate inscription slightly obstructed by ladder

  3. Pass62,318 miles (+24)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,318 miles
    Test number
    962372359213
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Both side (Drag link end ball joint dust cover Perishing)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering damper bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged (Chip )
    • AdvisoryLadder obstructing registration plate

  4. Fail62,294 miles (+605)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,294 miles
    Test number
    173056474973
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Both side (Drag link end ball joint dust cover Perishing)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering damper bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged (Chip )
    • AdvisoryLadder obstructing registration plate

  5. Pass61,689 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,689 miles
    Test number
    323852483293
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated ( BOTH SIDE )
    • AdvisoryHorn sound not in accordance
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Step Ladder obstructing the registration plate
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  6. Fail61,680 miles (+373)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,680 miles
    Test number
    683230442419
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated ( BOTH SIDE )
    • AdvisoryHorn sound not in accordance
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Step Ladder obstructing the registration plate
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  7. Pass61,307 miles (+136)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,307 miles
    Test number
    263633582936
    • MinorFront Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH , track rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail61,171 miles (+299)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,171 miles
    Test number
    906220150539
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH , track rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass60,872 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,872 miles
    Test number
    150952818922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,286 miles (+488)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,286 miles
    Test number
    544769288890
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass59,798 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    672173297684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,768 miles (+589)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,768 miles
    Test number
    256318581302
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  13. Pass59,179 miles (+1,279)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    378420108618
    • AdvisoryNearside door handle damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside door handle damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member signs of rust starting

  14. Pass57,900 miles (+1,076)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    122855242935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,824 miles (+962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    500294476818
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn Transfer box end

  16. Pass55,862 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,862 miles
    Test number
    308810781394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,835 miles (+1,115)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,835 miles
    Test number
    907508493788
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Off steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureCentre Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass54,720 miles (+1,158)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    159515064284
    • NoteA frame ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • NoteRear inside brake pad worn

  19. Pass53,562 miles (+1,517)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,562 miles
    Test number
    327590573241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly obscured by roof ladder

  20. Pass52,045 miles (+2,097)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,045 miles
    Test number
    858885362283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass49,948 miles (+2,365)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,948 miles
    Test number
    178926051201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSmall cuts in all 4 tyres

  22. Pass47,583 miles (+1,632)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,583 miles
    Test number
    263973640213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass45,951 miles (+2,378)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,951 miles
    Test number
    962718569267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to all four tyre sidewalls

  24. Pass43,573 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,573 miles
    Test number
    153823068200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,592 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,592 miles
    Test number
    242290667213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,192 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,192 miles
    Test number
    483663266200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,175 miles (+6,654)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,175 miles
    Test number
    833542066289
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  28. Pass31,521 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    31,521 miles
    Test number
    654024865275
    • NoteSlight play in a frame ball joint

Questions about R477 EHO

Does R477 EHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R477 EHO is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R477 EHO?
The MOT on R477 EHO is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R477 EHO done?
R477 EHO was recorded at 65,580 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 1,626 miles a year.
Has R477 EHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R477 EHO has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on R477 EHO 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 R477 EHO find?
R477 EHO passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly insecure but preventing ingress of dirt; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing/cracking, and 5 more.

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