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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R690 WWOMOT history

R690 WWO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 211,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

R690 WWO 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
211,713 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R690 WWO
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
17 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R690 WWO was last recorded at 211,713 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 4,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,111 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,602 miles
Average per year
7,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,713 miles
  • 2025 – 207,111 miles
  • 2023 – 203,511 miles
  • 2022 – 199,214 miles
  • 2021 – 196,977 miles
  • 2020 – 194,630 miles
  • 2018 – 185,983 miles
  • 2017 – 170,553 miles
  • 2016 – 162,393 miles
  • 2015 – 155,512 miles
  • 2014 – 140,720 miles
  • 2013 – 124,455 miles
  • 2012 – 114,285 miles
  • 2011 – 108,612 miles
  • 2010 – 107,964 miles
  • 2009 – 98,228 miles
  • 2008 – 89,432 miles
  • 2007 – 79,547 miles
  • 2006 – 65,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,713 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,713 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    211,713 miles
    Test number
    435355643376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass207,111 miles (+3,600)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    207,111 miles
    Test number
    784418387617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass203,511 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    203,511 miles
    Test number
    986217478448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass199,214 miles (+2,237)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    199,214 miles
    Test number
    823371892612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass196,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    196,977 miles
    Test number
    963478916599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail196,977 miles (+2,347)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,977 miles
    Test number
    530410741263
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator not working All (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass194,630 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    194,630 miles
    Test number
    450911707385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass185,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    185,983 miles
    Test number
    198849992063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,983 miles (+15,430)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,983 miles
    Test number
    996160437300
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass170,553 miles (+8,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    170,553 miles
    Test number
    811447469873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass162,393 miles (+6,881)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    162,393 miles
    Test number
    256971767969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass155,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    155,512 miles
    Test number
    927499061317
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leak.

  13. Fail155,512 miles (+14,792)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,512 miles
    Test number
    860415050685
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leak.

  14. Pass140,720 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,720 miles
    Test number
    528924094249
    • NoteNearside & offside wipers split

  15. Fail140,716 miles (+16,261)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,716 miles
    Test number
    139673694240
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside & offside wipers split

  16. Pass124,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,455 miles
    Test number
    675794093260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail124,455 miles (+10,170)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,455 miles
    Test number
    669054193296
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass114,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    358763562410
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail114,285 miles (+5,673)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    727152562263
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass108,612 miles (+2)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,612 miles
    Test number
    326008741249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChassis has light corrosion in places

  21. Fail108,610 miles (+646)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,610 miles
    Test number
    337981521418
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteChassic has light corrosion in places

  22. Pass107,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,964 miles
    Test number
    114913170182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,964 miles (+9,736)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,964 miles
    Test number
    472790370148
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing. nearside front brake anti rattle shim insecure.

  24. Pass98,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,228 miles
    Test number
    371240999150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail98,228 miles (+8,796)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,228 miles
    Test number
    404398689197
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth lower rear damper mounting bushs perished
    • NoteFront track rod end dust boot perished
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has slight play
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass89,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    89,432 miles
    Test number
    202259398495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,432 miles (+9,885)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,432 miles
    Test number
    170723198176
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass79,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    134525687177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail79,547 miles (+13,574)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    411293087188
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass65,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,973 miles
    Test number
    151815976036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about R690 WWO

Does R690 WWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R690 WWO is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R690 WWO?
The MOT on R690 WWO is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R690 WWO done?
R690 WWO was recorded at 211,713 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 7,203 miles a year.
Has R690 WWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R690 WWO has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on R690 WWO 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 R690 WWO find?
R690 WWO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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