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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2009 · 2,401 cc

V1 BMBMOT history

V1 BMB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

V1 BMB 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 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
124,860 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 BMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 BMB was last recorded at 124,860 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 2,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,147 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,713 miles
Average per year
6,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,860 miles
  • 2025 – 122,147 miles
  • 2024 – 118,881 miles
  • 2023 – 114,930 miles
  • 2022 – 109,306 miles
  • 2021 – 107,340 miles
  • 2020 – 106,707 miles
  • 2019 – 105,558 miles
  • 2018 – 101,557 miles
  • 2017 – 94,708 miles
  • 2016 – 85,491 miles
  • 2015 – 75,606 miles
  • 2014 – 65,710 miles
  • 2013 – 44,703 miles
  • 2012 – 28,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    124,860 miles
    Test number
    534377275425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail124,860 miles (+2,713)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,860 miles
    Test number
    678459265279
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass122,147 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,147 miles
    Test number
    195997837358
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive differential input shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential input shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,147 miles (+3,266)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,147 miles
    Test number
    534541782144
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive differential input shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential input shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,881 miles (+3,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    118,881 miles
    Test number
    705729115405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  6. Pass114,930 miles (+5,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,930 miles
    Test number
    700588361945
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass109,306 miles (+1,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,306 miles
    Test number
    319847482585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  8. Pass107,340 miles (+633)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,340 miles
    Test number
    178800530712
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Both Front Swivel Housings (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Front Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass106,707 miles (+1,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,707 miles
    Test number
    259040220606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel ball joint seal leaking slightly

  10. Pass105,558 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    105,558 miles
    Test number
    570046384298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,557 miles (+6,849)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    101,557 miles
    Test number
    206961756527
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced high level brake light dim (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass94,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,708 miles
    Test number
    942200372559
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working.

  13. Fail94,708 miles (+9,217)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,708 miles
    Test number
    313055263064
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass85,491 miles (+9,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    633586728967
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass75,606 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,606 miles
    Test number
    528303042920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,710 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    788357094296
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Fail65,710 miles (+21,007)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    457156094274
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront Registration Plate Slightly Cracked
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteThird Stop Lamp Not Working

  18. Pass44,703 miles (+16,025)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,703 miles
    Test number
    579328843111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,678 miles
    Test number
    815457232151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,675 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,675 miles
    Test number
    745067832105
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about V1 BMB

Does V1 BMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 BMB is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 BMB?
The MOT on V1 BMB is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 BMB done?
V1 BMB was recorded at 124,860 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 6,769 miles a year.
Has V1 BMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 BMB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 BMB 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 V1 BMB find?
V1 BMB passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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