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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R686 XYDMOT history

R686 XYD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 186,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

R686 XYD blue 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 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
186,694 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 XYD
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
19 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 XYD was last recorded at 186,694 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,679 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,694 miles
  • 2025 – 184,224 miles
  • 2024 – 179,774 miles
  • 2023 – 174,954 miles
  • 2022 – 170,265 miles
  • 2021 – 165,723 miles
  • 2020 – 161,551 miles
  • 2019 – 157,763 miles
  • 2018 – 152,983 miles
  • 2017 – 147,546 miles
  • 2016 – 140,695 miles
  • 2015 – 135,664 miles
  • 2014 – 131,999 miles
  • 2013 – 127,609 miles
  • 2012 – 124,466 miles
  • 2011 – 120,977 miles
  • 2010 – 115,850 miles
  • 2009 – 110,646 miles
  • 2008 – 105,344 miles
  • 2007 – 98,650 miles
  • 2006 – 93,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,694 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass186,694 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    186,694 miles
    Test number
    423485418133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail186,679 miles (+2,455)1 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,679 miles
    Test number
    796666673859
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired body supporting structure collapsed (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint locking device ineffective pinch bolt (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded chassis pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced longitudinal chassis member holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDiesel high pressure pump damp around rear of casing
    • AdvisoryLoud metallic noise from offside front hub

  3. Pass184,224 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    184,224 miles
    Test number
    127785142171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component PAS box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail184,222 miles (+4,448)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,222 miles
    Test number
    580724124339
    • DangerousMiddle row seats not checked due to obstrution
    • MajorBumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down pipe flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component PAS box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass179,774 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    179,774 miles
    Test number
    697806916606
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has lots of bodywork damage

  6. Fail179,774 miles (+4,820)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,774 miles
    Test number
    609353074096
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has lots of bodywork damage

  7. Pass174,954 miles (+4,689)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    174,954 miles
    Test number
    521322448155
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has lots of bodywork damage

  8. Pass170,265 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    170,265 miles
    Test number
    651531564444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail170,259 miles (+4,536)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,259 miles
    Test number
    695848113942
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass165,723 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    165,723 miles
    Test number
    937287961013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Fail165,723 miles (+4,172)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,723 miles
    Test number
    919357378442
    • Repaired at testFront Seat belt not functioning as intended centre front seat belt stuck (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Pass161,551 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    161,551 miles
    Test number
    882009731981
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Fail161,541 miles (+3,778)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,541 miles
    Test number
    514700886179
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  14. Pass157,763 miles (+4,780)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    157,763 miles
    Test number
    570132856076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass152,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    152,983 miles
    Test number
    307198058696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail152,983 miles (+5,437)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,983 miles
    Test number
    735216054928
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass147,546 miles (+6,851)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    147,546 miles
    Test number
    625024613500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass140,695 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    140,695 miles
    Test number
    203293835128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass135,664 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,664 miles
    Test number
    257995735415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass131,999 miles (+4,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,999 miles
    Test number
    417112344117
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass127,609 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    127,609 miles
    Test number
    228070643187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass124,466 miles (+3,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    124,466 miles
    Test number
    317835242119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass120,977 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    120,977 miles
    Test number
    207363041145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass115,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    115,850 miles
    Test number
    270130840481
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail115,850 miles (+5,204)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,850 miles
    Test number
    782170540178
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass110,646 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,646 miles
    Test number
    431589149114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,618 miles (+5,274)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,618 miles
    Test number
    532748549153
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  28. Pass105,344 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    105,344 miles
    Test number
    361273048147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass98,650 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    98,650 miles
    Test number
    541995647172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass93,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    93,508 miles
    Test number
    284943846114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R686 XYD

Does R686 XYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 XYD is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 XYD?
The MOT on R686 XYD is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 XYD done?
R686 XYD was recorded at 186,694 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,613 miles a year.
Has R686 XYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 XYD has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R686 XYD 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 R686 XYD find?
R686 XYD passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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