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White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

RB 8492MOT history

RB 8492 is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

RB 8492 white 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,956 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RB 8492
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RB 8492 was last recorded at 109,956 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 5,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Nov 2009: 75,665 miles, lower than 700,791 miles on 20 Nov 2008.
  • 30 Aug 2012: 80,586 miles, lower than 801,616 miles on 30 Aug 2011.

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
104,370 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,586 miles
Average per year
3,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,956 miles
  • 2025 – 104,370 miles
  • 2024 – 104,299 miles
  • 2023 – 103,830 miles
  • 2022 – 102,715 miles
  • 2021 – 101,213 miles
  • 2020 – 100,151 miles
  • 2019 – 99,262 miles
  • 2018 – 96,880 miles
  • 2017 – 94,883 miles
  • 2016 – 92,528 miles
  • 2015 – 91,434 miles
  • 2014 – 89,232 miles
  • 2013 – 82,538 miles
  • 2012 – 80,586 miles
  • 2011 – 801,616 miles
  • 2009 – 75,666 miles
  • 2008 – 700,791 miles
  • 2007 – 61,394 miles
  • 2006 – 46,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,956 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BOTH FRONT HUB SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,956 miles (+5,586)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,956 miles
    Test number
    336464435484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BOTH FRONT HUB SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,370 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,370 miles
    Test number
    337406492840
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BOTH FRONT HUB SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,299 miles (+469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    235500950092
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BOTH FRONT HUB SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,830 miles (+1,115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,830 miles
    Test number
    805127608306
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BOTH FRONT HUB SEALS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,715 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,715 miles
    Test number
    768067772365
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,213 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,213 miles
    Test number
    748824055025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking grease

  7. Fail101,212 miles (+1,061)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,212 miles
    Test number
    968232506834
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak on injector
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking grease

  8. Pass100,151 miles (+889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    195203983217
    • AdvisoryFront spheres leaking

  9. Pass99,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,262 miles
    Test number
    131658610865
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle spheres leaking

  10. Fail99,261 miles (+2,381)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,261 miles
    Test number
    785516049230
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle spheres leaking

  11. Pass96,880 miles (+1,997)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,880 miles
    Test number
    747910384858
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pedal wearing smooth SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass94,883 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,883 miles
    Test number
    670168392709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail94,881 miles (+2,353)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,881 miles
    Test number
    733089979522
    • FailureOffside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH PLY OR CORDS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass92,528 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,528 miles
    Test number
    101514536703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and mishaped (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail92,527 miles (+1,093)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,527 miles
    Test number
    521866007618
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass91,434 miles (+2,202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,434 miles
    Test number
    762048380189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal STEERING BOX AREA SLIGHT MISSTING OF OIL (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play FROM STEERING BOX (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass89,232 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,232 miles
    Test number
    436924834209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,538 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,538 miles
    Test number
    706830043209
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail82,535 miles (+1,949)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,535 miles
    Test number
    388499633425
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass80,586 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    80,586 miles
    Test number
    107213242235
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail80,586 miles (-721,030)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,586 miles
    Test number
    288233442295
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass801,616 miles (+725,950)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    801,616 miles
    Test number
    787662641201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade slightly detriorated

  23. Pass75,666 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,666 miles
    Test number
    520894529312
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChanges have been made to the regulations scheduled for early 2010 all goods vehicles over 3000kg previously accepted as dual purpose vehicles will then be tested as class7

  24. Fail75,665 miles (-625,126)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,665 miles
    Test number
    831424429340
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChanges have been made to the regulations scheduled for early 2010 all goods vehicles over 3000kg previously accepted as dual purpose vehicles will then be tested as class7

  25. Pass700,791 miles (+639,397)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    700,791 miles
    Test number
    420405428449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,394 miles
    Test number
    453249537413
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Fail61,394 miles (+15,341)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,394 miles
    Test number
    754029037397
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass46,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,053 miles
    Test number
    410164726425
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about RB 8492

What vehicle is registration RB 8492 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RB 8492 on a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Sept 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RB 8492 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RB 8492 is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on RB 8492?
The MOT on RB 8492 is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RB 8492 done?
RB 8492 was recorded at 109,956 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 3,228 miles a year.
Has RB 8492 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RB 8492 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on RB 8492 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RB 8492 find?
RB 8492 passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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