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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R604 MECMOT history

R604 MEC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 182,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

R604 MEC grey 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 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
182,987 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R604 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R604 MEC was last recorded at 182,987 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 1,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,996 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,991 miles
Average per year
7,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,987 miles
  • 2025 – 180,996 miles
  • 2023 – 172,165 miles
  • 2022 – 170,972 miles
  • 2021 – 164,055 miles
  • 2020 – 157,151 miles
  • 2019 – 151,961 miles
  • 2018 – 145,097 miles
  • 2017 – 138,316 miles
  • 2016 – 132,715 miles
  • 2015 – 127,297 miles
  • 2013 – 117,431 miles
  • 2012 – 107,600 miles
  • 2009 – 62,489 miles
  • 2008 – 54,217 miles
  • 2007 – 46,214 miles
  • 2006 – 38,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,987 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear diff seal slightly leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,987 miles (+1,991)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,987 miles
    Test number
    243452754925
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass180,996 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    180,996 miles
    Test number
    241726081984
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassi heavy undersealed

  3. Fail180,981 miles (+8,816)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,981 miles
    Test number
    511652915265
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass172,165 miles (+1,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    172,165 miles
    Test number
    925175845444
    • AdvisoryBulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass170,972 miles (+6,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    170,972 miles
    Test number
    639774730831
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,055 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,055 miles
    Test number
    633071687498
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,045 miles (+6,894)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,045 miles
    Test number
    205149029831
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass157,151 miles (+5,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,151 miles
    Test number
    954763507008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,961 miles (+6,864)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,961 miles
    Test number
    321811595591
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear diff seal slightly leaking

  10. Pass145,097 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,097 miles
    Test number
    171819736717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,316 miles (+5,601)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    138,316 miles
    Test number
    974932123057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint boot slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear diff seal slightly leaking

  12. Pass132,715 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,715 miles
    Test number
    250756258893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,297 miles (+9,866)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    127,297 miles
    Test number
    164095674523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    129799173189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,431 miles (+9,831)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    658789773123
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  16. Fail107,600 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,600 miles
    Test number
    125705692171
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass107,600 miles (+45,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,600 miles
    Test number
    985745792187
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail62,489 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,489 miles
    Test number
    640291529349
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  19. Pass62,489 miles (+8,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,489 miles
    Test number
    900121829312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Pass54,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,217 miles
    Test number
    763711358353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,217 miles (+8,003)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,217 miles
    Test number
    671817938327
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass46,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    121043937354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,214 miles (+7,708)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    364530637306
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteExhaust sticking out too far could be dangerous to public

  24. Pass38,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,506 miles
    Test number
    303583736372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R604 MEC

Does R604 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R604 MEC expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R604 MEC?
The MOT on R604 MEC expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R604 MEC done?
R604 MEC was recorded at 182,987 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 7,289 miles a year.
Has R604 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R604 MEC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R604 MEC 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 R604 MEC find?
R604 MEC failed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; offside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 2 more.

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