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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

SDB 126MOT history

SDB 126 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 227,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

SDB 126 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 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
227,346 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SDB 126
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SDB 126 was last recorded at 227,346 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 3,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,720 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,626 miles
Average per year
4,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,346 miles
  • 2025 – 223,720 miles
  • 2024 – 220,059 miles
  • 2023 – 218,897 miles
  • 2022 – 216,731 miles
  • 2021 – 216,707 miles
  • 2020 – 213,538 miles
  • 2019 – 211,225 miles
  • 2018 – 208,511 miles
  • 2017 – 207,424 miles
  • 2016 – 201,792 miles
  • 2015 – 192,336 miles
  • 2014 – 184,953 miles
  • 2013 – 175,761 miles
  • 2012 – 166,668 miles
  • 2011 – 160,506 miles
  • 2010 – 155,324 miles
  • 2009 – 147,722 miles
  • 2008 – 144,676 miles
  • 2007 – 139,459 miles
  • 2006 – 136,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,346 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,346 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    227,346 miles
    Test number
    920935740771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass223,720 miles (+3,661)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    223,720 miles
    Test number
    860180624836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass220,059 miles (+1,162)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    220,059 miles
    Test number
    166820697074
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass218,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    218,897 miles
    Test number
    504583207527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail218,897 miles (+2,166)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,897 miles
    Test number
    993876946289
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass216,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    216,731 miles
    Test number
    735339159719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail216,731 miles (+24)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,731 miles
    Test number
    616177383781
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail216,707 miles (+3,169)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,707 miles
    Test number
    317928819495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn u/j worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass213,538 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    213,538 miles
    Test number
    742123054727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass211,225 miles (+2,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    211,225 miles
    Test number
    965504726084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass208,511 miles (+1,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    208,511 miles
    Test number
    713029072845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass207,424 miles (+5,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    207,424 miles
    Test number
    304406040568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass201,792 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    201,792 miles
    Test number
    880610466027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass192,336 miles (+7,383)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    192,336 miles
    Test number
    957131525118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass184,953 miles (+9,192)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    184,953 miles
    Test number
    777623554125
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteIgnition light on

  16. Pass175,761 miles (+9,093)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    175,761 miles
    Test number
    656101933116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  17. Pass166,668 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    166,668 miles
    Test number
    676486322158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail166,668 miles (+6,162)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,668 miles
    Test number
    959326722159
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass160,506 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    160,506 miles
    Test number
    927733131143
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBonnet only secured by safety catch

  20. Fail160,506 miles (+5,182)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,506 miles
    Test number
    345272131138
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBonnet only secured by safety catch

  21. Pass155,324 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    155,324 miles
    Test number
    244180110425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail155,321 miles (+7,599)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,321 miles
    Test number
    362069300135
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass147,722 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    147,722 miles
    Test number
    254027009173
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass144,676 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    144,676 miles
    Test number
    444549108173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail144,674 miles (+5,215)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,674 miles
    Test number
    223747208126
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass139,459 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    139,459 miles
    Test number
    181790487434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass136,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    136,154 miles
    Test number
    814293186046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SDB 126

What vehicle is registration SDB 126 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SDB 126 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. 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 SDB 126 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SDB 126 is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on SDB 126?
The MOT on SDB 126 is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SDB 126 done?
SDB 126 was recorded at 227,346 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,456 miles a year.
Has SDB 126 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SDB 126 has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on SDB 126 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 SDB 126 find?
SDB 126 passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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