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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V36 HANMOT history

V36 HAN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 70,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

V36 HAN blue 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 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,380 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 HAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 HAN was last recorded at 70,380 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,380 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,380 miles
  • 2025 – 68,080 miles
  • 2024 – 66,888 miles
  • 2023 – 65,563 miles
  • 2022 – 64,420 miles
  • 2021 – 61,942 miles
  • 2020 – 58,946 miles
  • 2019 – 57,195 miles
  • 2018 – 55,132 miles
  • 2017 – 53,107 miles
  • 2016 – 50,662 miles
  • 2015 – 47,091 miles
  • 2014 – 43,839 miles
  • 2013 – 42,167 miles
  • 2012 – 39,712 miles
  • 2011 – 36,994 miles
  • 2010 – 36,606 miles
  • 2009 – 35,305 miles
  • 2008 – 33,356 miles
  • 2007 – 30,765 miles
  • 2006 – 28,404 miles
  • 2005 – 26,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,380 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.

  • Steering damper bush worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All four tyres have light perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,380 miles
    Test number
    937600340642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,380 miles (+2,300)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,380 miles
    Test number
    271027162482
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass68,080 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,080 miles
    Test number
    761335455924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  4. Fail68,071 miles (+1,183)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,071 miles
    Test number
    503486643719
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  5. Pass66,888 miles (+1,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,888 miles
    Test number
    798406577157
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass65,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    994892488472
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail65,563 miles (+1,143)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    157304711441
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass64,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    648183530114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,420 miles (+2,478)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    498226529278
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,942 miles (+2,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,942 miles
    Test number
    733106875796
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering drop arm ball joint

  11. Pass58,946 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    545979504833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail58,942 miles (+1,747)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    662998147848
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,195 miles (+2,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,195 miles
    Test number
    774706885477
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass55,132 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    286844045641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,107 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,107 miles
    Test number
    473908736467
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have light perishing

  16. Fail53,105 miles (+2,443)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,105 miles
    Test number
    996877030346
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have light perishing

  17. Pass50,662 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,662 miles
    Test number
    732937691427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,091 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,091 miles
    Test number
    168801334558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished.
    • AdvisorySteering damper has a slightly worn rubber bush.

  19. Fail47,089 miles (+3,250)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,089 miles
    Test number
    751279092947
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  20. Pass43,839 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    43,839 miles
    Test number
    628493274252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,837 miles (+1,670)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    217652374216
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  22. Pass42,167 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    617040673204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,712 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,712 miles
    Test number
    195088862201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,994 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,994 miles
    Test number
    335396761463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,606 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,606 miles
    Test number
    614990160295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,305 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,305 miles
    Test number
    831801879229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,356 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,356 miles
    Test number
    560264578281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,765 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,765 miles
    Test number
    381013767271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,404 miles (+1,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,404 miles
    Test number
    654974266256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass26,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    26,567 miles
    Test number
    380364665472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V36 HAN

Does V36 HAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 HAN is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V36 HAN?
The MOT on V36 HAN is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 HAN done?
V36 HAN was recorded at 70,380 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 2,078 miles a year.
Has V36 HAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 HAN has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V36 HAN 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 V36 HAN find?
V36 HAN passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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