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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

SO 6273MOT history

SO 6273 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

SO 6273 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 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
83,318 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SO 6273
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

SO 6273 was last recorded at 83,318 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,666 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,652 miles
Average per year
2,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,318 miles
  • 2024 – 81,666 miles
  • 2023 – 80,268 miles
  • 2022 – 79,073 miles
  • 2021 – 76,792 miles
  • 2020 – 74,657 miles
  • 2019 – 71,733 miles
  • 2018 – 70,015 miles
  • 2017 – 67,172 miles
  • 2016 – 64,922 miles
  • 2015 – 61,452 miles
  • 2014 – 57,475 miles
  • 2013 – 54,814 miles
  • 2012 – 51,064 miles
  • 2011 – 48,186 miles
  • 2010 – 43,774 miles
  • 2009 – 38,923 miles
  • 2007 – 30,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,318 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Side steps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,318 miles (+1,652)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,318 miles
    Test number
    284860159072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass81,666 miles (+1,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,666 miles
    Test number
    951118813511
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass80,268 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,268 miles
    Test number
    645645472427
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel weeping
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel weeping

  4. Fail80,268 miles (+1,195)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,268 miles
    Test number
    578700143287
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel weeping
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel weeping

  5. Pass79,073 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,073 miles
    Test number
    128019242791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer cover (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail79,073 miles (+2,281)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,073 miles
    Test number
    883849581253
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer cover (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass76,792 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,792 miles
    Test number
    612053001026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail76,792 miles (+2,135)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,792 miles
    Test number
    683992668935
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass74,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    74,657 miles
    Test number
    194558666381
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail74,657 miles (+2,924)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,657 miles
    Test number
    236487322218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass71,733 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,733 miles
    Test number
    825830207104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    465365760365
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil at the off side front axle swivel housing

  13. Fail70,015 miles (+2,843)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    681745502949
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil at the off side front axle swivel housing

  14. Pass67,172 miles (+2,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    277836976311
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  15. Pass64,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    232716475072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded

  16. Fail64,922 miles (+3,470)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    274383760817
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded

  17. Pass61,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,452 miles
    Test number
    178514515195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail61,451 miles (+3,976)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    449744915186
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass57,475 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,475 miles
    Test number
    635432714140
    • 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 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)
    • NoteSlight misting of grease from both front steering spheres

  20. Fail57,475 miles (+2,661)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,475 miles
    Test number
    329782714159
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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 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)
    • NoteSlight misting of grease from both front steering spheres

  21. Pass54,814 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,814 miles
    Test number
    427381423143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,064 miles
    Test number
    846654302192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    988812702104
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass48,186 miles (+4,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    48,186 miles
    Test number
    435106591011
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass43,774 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,774 miles
    Test number
    821949290011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,923 miles (+8,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,923 miles
    Test number
    423120019183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass30,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,333 miles
    Test number
    140800037386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,333 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,333 miles
    Test number
    144900037374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about SO 6273

What vehicle is registration SO 6273 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SO 6273 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Nov 2004. 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 SO 6273 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SO 6273 is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on SO 6273?
The MOT on SO 6273 is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SO 6273 done?
SO 6273 was recorded at 83,318 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 2,951 miles a year.
Has SO 6273 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SO 6273 has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on SO 6273 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 SO 6273 find?
SO 6273 passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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