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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

TAP 74MOT history

TAP 74 is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 169,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,116 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TAP 74
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TAP 74 was last recorded at 169,116 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 5,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Sept 2011: 10,391 miles, lower than 87,974 miles on 27 Apr 2010.

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
163,190 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,926 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,116 miles
  • 2025 – 163,190 miles
  • 2021 – 160,894 miles
  • 2020 – 157,077 miles
  • 2019 – 155,044 miles
  • 2017 – 147,600 miles
  • 2016 – 140,550 miles
  • 2015 – 135,823 miles
  • 2014 – 129,116 miles
  • 2013 – 121,751 miles
  • 2012 – 114,845 miles
  • 2011 – 10,391 miles
  • 2010 – 87,974 miles
  • 2009 – 79,484 miles
  • 2008 – 64,862 miles
  • 2007 – 52,590 miles
  • 2006 – 46,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,116 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,116 miles (+5,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,116 miles
    Test number
    889057358371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass163,190 miles (+2,296)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    163,190 miles
    Test number
    728742960137
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass160,894 miles (+3,817)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,894 miles
    Test number
    240897444512
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass157,077 miles (+2,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    157,077 miles
    Test number
    111748986120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass155,044 miles (+7,444)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,044 miles
    Test number
    827172486386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,600 miles (+7,050)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,600 miles
    Test number
    468238271872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,550 miles (+4,727)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    140,550 miles
    Test number
    227220843594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has reserve travel

  8. Pass135,823 miles (+6,707)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,823 miles
    Test number
    884090080300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,116 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    129,116 miles
    Test number
    828119974269
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  10. Fail129,065 miles (+7,314)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,065 miles
    Test number
    495975074295
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass121,751 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    121,751 miles
    Test number
    257564773239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail121,734 miles (+6,889)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,734 miles
    Test number
    295003773248
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass114,845 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,845 miles
    Test number
    945933072215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail114,837 miles (+104,446)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,837 miles
    Test number
    406912972273
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass10,391 miles (-77,583)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    10,391 miles
    Test number
    305413371294
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNEARSIDE BEAM LENS CRACKED

  16. Pass87,974 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,974 miles
    Test number
    822477410111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,943 miles (+8,459)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    742623010146
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass79,484 miles (+14,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,484 miles
    Test number
    353390119129
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass64,862 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,862 miles
    Test number
    792757308176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,850 miles (+12,260)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,850 miles
    Test number
    123252008160
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNEARSIDE HEADLIGHT CRACKED NOT EFFECTING BEAM IMAGE

  21. Pass52,590 miles (+6,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,590 miles
    Test number
    452649187077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass46,412 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,412 miles
    Test number
    112381596006
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bushes

Questions about TAP 74

What vehicle is registration TAP 74 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TAP 74 on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Mar 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 TAP 74 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TAP 74 is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on TAP 74?
The MOT on TAP 74 is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TAP 74 done?
TAP 74 was recorded at 169,116 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has TAP 74 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TAP 74 has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2014.
Has the mileage on TAP 74 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on TAP 74 find?
TAP 74 passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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