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Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

V10 FGLMOT history

V10 FGL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 86,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

V10 FGL 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 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,000 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 FGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 FGL was last recorded at 86,000 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 9,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,044 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,956 miles
Average per year
3,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,000 miles
  • 2024 – 76,044 miles
  • 2023 – 72,910 miles
  • 2022 – 70,756 miles
  • 2021 – 68,746 miles
  • 2020 – 66,685 miles
  • 2019 – 65,101 miles
  • 2018 – 60,749 miles
  • 2017 – 56,333 miles
  • 2016 – 53,546 miles
  • 2015 – 47,957 miles
  • 2014 – 45,253 miles
  • 2013 – 41,909 miles
  • 2012 – 38,888 miles
  • 2011 – 36,817 miles
  • 2010 – 34,820 miles
  • 2009 – 32,500 miles
  • 2007 – 28,956 miles
  • 2006 – 22,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,000 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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,000 miles (+9,956)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    86,000 miles
    Test number
    277943265496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    884736322111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,044 miles (+3,134)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    877937311206
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel leaking from fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,910 miles (+2,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,910 miles
    Test number
    346906889425
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass70,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,756 miles
    Test number
    911051974704
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail70,756 miles (+2,010)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,756 miles
    Test number
    840602943046
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass68,746 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,746 miles
    Test number
    706574711811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,685 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,685 miles
    Test number
    515931315986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,684 miles (+1,583)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,684 miles
    Test number
    601628902804
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass65,101 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,101 miles
    Test number
    540731104069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,749 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    712590531283
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail60,694 miles (+4,361)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,694 miles
    Test number
    652297349689
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass56,333 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,333 miles
    Test number
    232774712366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,254 miles (+2,708)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,254 miles
    Test number
    688908044526
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass53,546 miles (+2,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    53,546 miles
    Test number
    474677262250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass50,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    490111613529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,686 miles (+2,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    771189449101
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

  18. Pass47,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,957 miles
    Test number
    296690125091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail47,957 miles (+2,704)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,957 miles
    Test number
    778849115097
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass45,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,253 miles
    Test number
    785177514063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,253 miles (+3,344)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,253 miles
    Test number
    848517414006
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  22. Pass41,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,909 miles
    Test number
    857405423011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,909 miles (+3,021)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,909 miles
    Test number
    727665923083
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  24. Pass38,888 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,888 miles
    Test number
    118878042476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront tyre split and perished but not to canvas

  25. Fail38,886 miles (+2,069)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,886 miles
    Test number
    379714832075
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront tyre split and perished but not to canvas

  26. Pass36,817 miles (+1,997)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,817 miles
    Test number
    159408921010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight diesel leak from fuel housing on back of head
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bushes

  27. Pass34,820 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,820 miles
    Test number
    983623330056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,500 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,500 miles
    Test number
    241830639057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,956 miles (+6,047)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,956 miles
    Test number
    630852607362
    • NoteBoth rears and offside front tyres starting to perish

  30. Pass22,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,909 miles
    Test number
    551560406312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V10 FGL

Does V10 FGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 FGL is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V10 FGL?
The MOT on V10 FGL is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V10 FGL done?
V10 FGL was recorded at 86,000 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 3,307 miles a year.
Has V10 FGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 FGL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V10 FGL 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 V10 FGL find?
V10 FGL passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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