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Land Rover Range Rover

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

R85 PEWMOT history

R85 PEW is a green diesel Land Rover Range Rover first used on 1 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 171,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2024.

R85 PEW green Land Rover Range Rover – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
171,859 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2019
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R85 PEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Range Rover
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R85 PEW was last recorded at 171,859 miles on 7 Jun 2019, 7,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,322 miles · 29 Mar 2018
Between the last two tests
7,537 miles
Average per year
3,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 171,859 miles
  • 2018 – 164,322 miles
  • 2017 – 161,011 miles
  • 2015 – 156,053 miles
  • 2014 – 139,453 miles
  • 2009 – 134,206 miles
  • 2007 – 129,186 miles
  • 2006 – 125,112 miles
  • 2005 – 119,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear tyre perished on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    935693875966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    538373455766
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    467443412320
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass171,859 miles (+7,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,859 miles
    Test number
    520757938420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass164,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    164,322 miles
    Test number
    232357004080
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

  6. Fail164,322 miles (+3,311)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,322 miles
    Test number
    356432511897
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass161,011 miles (+4,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    161,011 miles
    Test number
    472486329627
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass156,053 miles (+765)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    156,053 miles
    Test number
    307936288899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail155,288 miles (+15,835)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,288 miles
    Test number
    605612789589
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play onto steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass139,453 miles (+393)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    139,453 miles
    Test number
    496869224493
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront prop shaft removed
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyre wear/cracking
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres cracking
    • NoteOffside upper windscreen damaged

  11. Fail139,060 miles (+4,854)8 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,060 miles
    Test number
    118307394286
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront propshaft removed
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres cracking
    • NoteOffside upper windscreen damaged

  12. Pass134,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    901268109097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail134,206 miles (+5,020)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    572278009071
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass129,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    129,186 miles
    Test number
    303685757349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,186 miles (+4,074)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,186 miles
    Test number
    310723757359
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass125,112 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    125,112 miles
    Test number
    444947646404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail125,105 miles (+5,515)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    273876946387
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass119,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    119,590 miles
    Test number
    913361945342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R85 PEW

Does R85 PEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R85 PEW expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R85 PEW?
The MOT on R85 PEW expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R85 PEW done?
R85 PEW was recorded at 171,859 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2019, an average of 3,872 miles a year.
Has R85 PEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R85 PEW has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R85 PEW 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 R85 PEW find?
R85 PEW passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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