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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

REB 387MOT history

REB 387 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 94,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

REB 387 red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
94,885 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
REB 387
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

REB 387 was last recorded at 94,885 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,841 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
1,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,885 miles
  • 2021 – 94,841 miles
  • 2020 – 94,636 miles
  • 2019 – 93,762 miles
  • 2018 – 93,247 miles
  • 2017 – 92,500 miles
  • 2013 – 92,261 miles
  • 2012 – 91,485 miles
  • 2011 – 90,836 miles
  • 2010 – 89,914 miles
  • 2009 – 86,102 miles
  • 2008 – 84,107 miles
  • 2007 – 80,525 miles
  • 2006 – 74,945 miles
  • 2005 – 70,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,885 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChassi covered in underseal

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.

  • Exhaust mounting rubbers perished excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked outside windswept area

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front wheel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear suspension spring doesn't fully locate sometimes after seating back to ground after lifting rear of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside mirror slightly loose on mounting screws

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,885 miles (+44)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,885 miles
    Test number
    303302180235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassi covered in underseal

  2. Pass94,841 miles (+205)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,841 miles
    Test number
    383570657303
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed o/s & n/s front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront axle brackets corroded

  3. Pass94,636 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,636 miles
    Test number
    408337906569
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail94,636 miles (+874)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,636 miles
    Test number
    321446816867
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass93,762 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,762 miles
    Test number
    285675058752
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked outside windswept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers perished excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension spring doesn't fully locate sometimes after seating back to ground after lifting rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly loose on mounting screws
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door outer skin adrift
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension spring doesn't fully locate sometimes after seating back to ground after lifting rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail93,762 miles (+515)4 dangerous3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,762 miles
    Test number
    788522844592
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake hose to brake pipe connection (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged engine bay area (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged insecure at brake hose connection to caliper pipe (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked outside windswept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers perished excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension spring doesn't fully locate sometimes after seating back to ground after lifting rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly loose on mounting screws
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door outer skin adrift
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a inner tube fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension spring doesn't fully locate sometimes after seating back to ground after lifting rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass93,247 miles (+747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    619115711310
    • AdvisoryFront offside and nearside tyres advance perishing in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass92,500 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,500 miles
    Test number
    110393782806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,261 miles (+776)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    275222233273
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle.
    • NoteWindscreen cracked bottom nearside.

  10. Pass91,485 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,485 miles
    Test number
    357080622418
    • 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)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to chassic.
    • NoteNearside lower windscreen cracked.

  11. Fail91,484 miles (+648)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,484 miles
    Test number
    169886712211
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to chassic.
    • NoteNearside lower windscreen cracked.

  12. Pass90,836 miles (+1)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,836 miles
    Test number
    218357511230
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth nearside track rod ends dust covers split.
    • NoteOffside track rod end dust cover split.
    • NoteOil leaking from front axle.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded.
    • NoteRear crossmember and offside rear chassic corroded.

  13. Fail90,835 miles (+921)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,835 miles
    Test number
    785934611262
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth nearside track rod ends dust covers split.
    • NoteOffside track rod end dust cover split.
    • NoteOil leaking from front axle.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded.
    • NoteRear crossmember and offside rear chassic corroded.

  14. Pass89,914 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    89,914 miles
    Test number
    550797500367
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded.
    • NoteCrack in n/s lower windscreen.

  15. Fail89,913 miles (+3,811)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,913 miles
    Test number
    254205190268
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded.

  16. Pass86,102 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,102 miles
    Test number
    201339299279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,100 miles (+1,993)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,100 miles
    Test number
    514936699273
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass84,107 miles (+8)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,107 miles
    Test number
    570773708381
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsf bulkhead top corroded
    • NotePlay in osf wheel bearing
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear damper top bushes worn
    • NoteRear spring lower mounts corroded

  19. Fail84,099 miles (+3,574)4 dangerous2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,099 miles
    Test number
    523751808317
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront bumper broken
    • NoteOsf bulkhead top corroded
    • NotePlay in osf wheel bearing
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear damper top bushes worn
    • NoteRear spring lower mounts corroded

  20. Pass80,525 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    80,525 miles
    Test number
    412672307491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,945 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,945 miles
    Test number
    171176286285
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  22. Pass74,945 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    74,945 miles
    Test number
    903046086240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    362058295411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,705 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    252327295221
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about REB 387

What vehicle is registration REB 387 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show REB 387 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. 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 REB 387 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on REB 387 expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on REB 387?
The MOT on REB 387 expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has REB 387 done?
REB 387 was recorded at 94,885 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 1,218 miles a year.
Has REB 387 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. REB 387 has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on REB 387 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 REB 387 find?
REB 387 passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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