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Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

TVG 196MOT history

TVG 196 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 84,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,364 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TVG 196
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TVG 196 was last recorded at 84,364 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 1,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,996 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,368 miles
Average per year
1,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,364 miles
  • 2025 – 82,996 miles
  • 2024 – 81,522 miles
  • 2023 – 79,347 miles
  • 2022 – 76,935 miles
  • 2021 – 74,639 miles
  • 2020 – 73,098 miles
  • 2019 – 71,510 miles
  • 2018 – 69,217 miles
  • 2017 – 66,324 miles
  • 2016 – 64,218 miles
  • 2015 – 62,416 miles
  • 2014 – 57,841 miles
  • 2013 – 56,863 miles
  • 2012 – 55,205 miles
  • 2011 – 54,346 miles
  • 2010 – 52,614 miles
  • 2009 – 50,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,364 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,364 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    426416426108
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail84,364 miles (+1,368)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    667311934303
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,996 miles
    Test number
    995333944962
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail82,996 miles (+1,474)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,996 miles
    Test number
    255012369302
    • Repaired at testFront All direction indicators incorrect colour front indicators white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass81,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,522 miles
    Test number
    433897790770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,522 miles (+2,175)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,522 miles
    Test number
    606924751864
    • Repaired at testNearside Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))

  7. Pass79,347 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,347 miles
    Test number
    620298672543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,935 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,935 miles
    Test number
    369676232776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,639 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,639 miles
    Test number
    942230473420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,632 miles (+1,534)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,632 miles
    Test number
    361785789350
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass73,098 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,098 miles
    Test number
    278685334167
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail73,094 miles (+1,584)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,094 miles
    Test number
    489931258429
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Broken off (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass71,510 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,510 miles
    Test number
    764182406772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,508 miles (+2,291)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,508 miles
    Test number
    115599223663
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass69,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,217 miles
    Test number
    862488368324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,217 miles (+2,893)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,217 miles
    Test number
    449922234289
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  17. Pass66,324 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,324 miles
    Test number
    286814605626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,318 miles (+2,100)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,318 miles
    Test number
    891703661454
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass64,218 miles (+1,802)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,218 miles
    Test number
    488017154660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,416 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,416 miles
    Test number
    967166615232
    • NoteOil leak on n/s/f hub.
    • NoteRear diff input seal leaking oil

  21. Fail62,416 miles (+4,575)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,416 miles
    Test number
    137305015256
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak on n/s/f hub.
    • NoteOil leak on o/s/r hub.
    • NoteRear diff input seal leaking oil

  22. Pass57,841 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,841 miles
    Test number
    318189094168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,863 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,863 miles
    Test number
    667944503282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,839 miles (+1,634)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,839 miles
    Test number
    217718493141
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass55,205 miles (+25)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,205 miles
    Test number
    628202712255
    • NoteScreen cracked

  26. Fail55,180 miles (+834)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,180 miles
    Test number
    987979202249
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear discs and pads poor condition
    • NoteScreen cracked

  27. Pass54,346 miles (+1,732)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    947584821244
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  28. Pass52,614 miles (+1,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,614 miles
    Test number
    474413400157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass50,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,722 miles
    Test number
    124984909136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TVG 196

What vehicle is registration TVG 196 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TVG 196 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Apr 2006. 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 TVG 196 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TVG 196 is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on TVG 196?
The MOT on TVG 196 is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TVG 196 done?
TVG 196 was recorded at 84,364 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 1,946 miles a year.
Has TVG 196 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TVG 196 has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on TVG 196 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 TVG 196 find?
TVG 196 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive transfer box.

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