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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V31 SKPMOT history

V31 SKP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 234,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

V31 SKP 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
234,816 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 SKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 SKP was last recorded at 234,816 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,813 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 234,816 miles
  • 2025 – 232,033 miles
  • 2024 – 228,161 miles
  • 2021 – 223,904 miles
  • 2020 – 218,203 miles
  • 2019 – 211,653 miles
  • 2018 – 206,419 miles
  • 2017 – 202,404 miles
  • 2016 – 196,979 miles
  • 2015 – 191,807 miles
  • 2014 – 186,395 miles
  • 2013 – 180,951 miles
  • 2012 – 176,780 miles
  • 2011 – 169,863 miles
  • 2010 – 157,472 miles
  • 2009 – 146,033 miles
  • 2008 – 132,698 miles
  • 2007 – 123,669 miles
  • 2006 – 113,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,816 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across the axle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,816 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    234,816 miles
    Test number
    231503156402
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across the axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail234,813 miles (+2,780)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,813 miles
    Test number
    852062553194
    • MajorFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint insecure to steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inside the wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn wrap around 'd' (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across the axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass232,033 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    232,033 miles
    Test number
    131180395607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail232,027 miles (+3,866)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,027 miles
    Test number
    821678752965
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Front arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass228,161 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    228,161 miles
    Test number
    837817056773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass223,904 miles (+5,701)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    223,904 miles
    Test number
    296614514659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass218,203 miles (+38)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    218,203 miles
    Test number
    701480832799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabalizer bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear spare wheel missing ,spare wheel bolt thread protruding from rear of vehicle

  8. Fail218,165 miles (+6,512)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,165 miles
    Test number
    610992910667
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabalizer bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear spare wheel missing ,spare wheel bolt thread protruding from rear of vehicle

  9. Pass211,653 miles (+30)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    211,653 miles
    Test number
    921876978041
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail211,623 miles (+5,204)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,623 miles
    Test number
    635096206977
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Offside Rear Chassis Also Close To Anti Roll Bar Mount (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Nearside Rear Chassis Small Corrosion Hole Also Close To Anti Roll Bar Mount (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 2x Small Corrosion Holes On Nearside Chassis Rail Next To Centre Silencer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass206,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    206,419 miles
    Test number
    974544631704
    • AdvisoryCentral Damage to windscreen

  12. Fail206,385 miles (+3,981)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,385 miles
    Test number
    588502600987
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged Rubbing against suspension & worn. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Damage to windscreen

  13. Pass202,404 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    202,404 miles
    Test number
    462322831311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Fail202,404 miles (+5,425)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,404 miles
    Test number
    113615057012
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass196,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    196,979 miles
    Test number
    146069111625
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail196,979 miles (+5,172)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,979 miles
    Test number
    330929385374
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass191,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    191,807 miles
    Test number
    413985024495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail191,807 miles (+5,412)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,807 miles
    Test number
    979495240252
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass186,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    186,395 miles
    Test number
    297959484247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail186,395 miles (+5,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,395 miles
    Test number
    498129584215
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail180,951 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,951 miles
    Test number
    219866673264
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass180,951 miles (+4,171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    180,951 miles
    Test number
    318246473417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass176,780 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    176,780 miles
    Test number
    325758672261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail176,753 miles (+6,890)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,753 miles
    Test number
    127417172257
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass169,863 miles (+2)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    169,863 miles
    Test number
    699838271285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn below recommended thickness

  26. Fail169,861 miles (+12,389)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,861 miles
    Test number
    257310571256
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn below recommended thickness

  27. Pass157,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    157,472 miles
    Test number
    882741050287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail157,456 miles (+11,423)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,456 miles
    Test number
    244511850288
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  29. Pass146,033 miles (+13,335)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    146,033 miles
    Test number
    554238259210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass132,698 miles (+9,029)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    132,698 miles
    Test number
    361647468458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass123,669 miles (+10,220)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    123,669 miles
    Test number
    542309767265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass113,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    113,449 miles
    Test number
    940041076238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about V31 SKP

Does V31 SKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 SKP is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 SKP?
The MOT on V31 SKP is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 SKP done?
V31 SKP was recorded at 234,816 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 6,284 miles a year.
Has V31 SKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 SKP has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V31 SKP 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 V31 SKP find?
V31 SKP passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 7 more.

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