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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

R736 LDFMOT history

R736 LDF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 79,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

R736 LDF 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 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,011 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R736 LDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R736 LDF was last recorded at 79,011 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jan 2023: 77,731 miles, lower than 79,401 miles on 20 Dec 2021.

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
79,011 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,011 miles
  • 2024 – 78,882 miles
  • 2023 – 78,738 miles
  • 2021 – 79,401 miles
  • 2020 – 75,240 miles
  • 2019 – 74,338 miles
  • 2018 – 70,830 miles
  • 2017 – 66,256 miles
  • 2016 – 61,597 miles
  • 2014 – 56,663 miles
  • 2013 – 53,502 miles
  • 2012 – 50,777 miles
  • 2011 – 47,700 miles
  • 2010 – 44,811 miles
  • 2009 – 42,024 miles
  • 2008 – 39,507 miles
  • 2007 – 36,781 miles
  • 2006 – 30,461 miles
  • 2005 – 30,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,011 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Reversing lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,011 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    636942353227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail79,011 miles (+129)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    728933275507
    • MajorNearside Front Brake modification unsafe (1.1.21 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake modification unsafe (1.1.21 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass78,882 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,882 miles
    Test number
    660452501872
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail78,882 miles (+144)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,882 miles
    Test number
    129599318287
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass78,738 miles (+1,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    996479401162
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,731 miles (-1,670)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    604223110854
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal seepage of grease.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front propshaft, front universal joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass79,401 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    957033191022
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail76,398 miles (+1,158)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,398 miles
    Test number
    787462843016
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play rear prop shaft joint

  9. Pass75,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,240 miles
    Test number
    576409607523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  10. Fail75,238 miles (+900)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,238 miles
    Test number
    454545765694
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  11. Pass74,338 miles (+3,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    707348617540
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  12. Pass70,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,830 miles
    Test number
    729905820558
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  13. Fail70,830 miles (+4,574)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,830 miles
    Test number
    795500936532
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn front prop ,rear joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  14. Pass66,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,256 miles
    Test number
    104588779836
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail66,256 miles (+4,659)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,256 miles
    Test number
    712903111432
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass61,597 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,597 miles
    Test number
    392986941236
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn front uj
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail61,597 miles (+4,934)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,597 miles
    Test number
    216049604842
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn front uj
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass56,663 miles (+3,161)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,663 miles
    Test number
    876755644372
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSight play in front steering damper bushes

  19. Pass53,502 miles (+2,725)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    198684253363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChassis has few patch of surface rust
    • NoteSteering damper has slight play in rubber bush

  20. Pass50,777 miles (+2,981)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,777 miles
    Test number
    865713752369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChassis has few patchs of surface rust

  21. Pass47,796 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,796 miles
    Test number
    689999802086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak

  22. Fail47,796 miles (+96)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,796 miles
    Test number
    208359502046
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak

  23. Fail47,700 miles (+2,889)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,700 miles
    Test number
    485194951486
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteAll tyres perished, almost through to cord

  24. Pass44,811 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    452677040366
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perrish
    • NoteBrake light not working at start of test but now are working. suspect faulty switch.

  25. Fail44,807 miles (+2,783)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,807 miles
    Test number
    584457440362
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perrish
    • NoteBrake light not working at start of test but now are working. suspect faulty switch.

  26. Pass42,024 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,024 miles
    Test number
    464112059365
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteH/brake comes up a little

  27. Fail42,024 miles (+2,517)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,024 miles
    Test number
    112721959348
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteH/brake comes up a little

  28. Pass39,507 miles (+2,726)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,507 miles
    Test number
    730812858312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail36,781 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,781 miles
    Test number
    352417947354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront propshaft has a u/j showing signs of wear
    • NoteTailpipe poor

  30. Pass36,781 miles (+2,525)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,781 miles
    Test number
    743367347330
    • NoteFront propshaft has a u/j showing signs of wear
    • NoteTailpipe poor

  31. Pass34,256 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,256 miles
    Test number
    422843107085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass30,461 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,461 miles
    Test number
    332894006021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail30,406 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,406 miles
    Test number
    702622465345
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about R736 LDF

Does R736 LDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R736 LDF is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R736 LDF?
The MOT on R736 LDF is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R736 LDF done?
R736 LDF was recorded at 79,011 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,434 miles a year.
Has R736 LDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R736 LDF has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R736 LDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R736 LDF find?
R736 LDF passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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