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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V42 FTAMOT history

V42 FTA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 39 MOT tests, with 120,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

V42 FTA blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,334 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
39
21 passed · 18 failed
Per year
3,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 FTA
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 FTA was last recorded at 120,334 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,333 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,334 miles
  • 2025 – 119,368 miles
  • 2024 – 117,830 miles
  • 2023 – 116,587 miles
  • 2022 – 115,219 miles
  • 2021 – 113,134 miles
  • 2020 – 111,987 miles
  • 2018 – 110,961 miles
  • 2017 – 110,314 miles
  • 2016 – 109,099 miles
  • 2015 – 107,668 miles
  • 2014 – 106,062 miles
  • 2013 – 105,123 miles
  • 2012 – 104,253 miles
  • 2009 – 103,373 miles
  • 2008 – 79,820 miles
  • 2007 – 64,727 miles
  • 2006 – 56,885 miles
  • 2005 – 49,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,334 miles
  • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside door mirror is damaged/cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush - perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis is corroded - heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBody condition is poor - dented all overRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

39 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,334 miles (+1)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,334 miles
    Test number
    949121870504
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror is damaged/cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush - perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis is corroded - heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody condition is poor - dented all over

  2. Fail120,333 miles (+965)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,333 miles
    Test number
    228535452048
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm front bush - perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody condition is poor - dented all over

  3. Pass119,368 miles (+38)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,368 miles
    Test number
    691124288832
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail119,330 miles (+1,500)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,330 miles
    Test number
    959130596720
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 'c' arm bushes excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 'c' arm bushes excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated centre upper of axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint - front propshaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass117,830 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,830 miles
    Test number
    209441058030
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing/leading arm - front bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing/leading arm - front bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis has general corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber very slightly worn through
    • AdvisoryNear side door mirror is cracked

  6. Fail117,830 miles (+71)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,830 miles
    Test number
    709300238088
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearmost (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm - rear axle end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing/leading arm - front bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing/leading arm - front bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis has general corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber very slightly worn through
    • AdvisoryNear side door mirror is cracked

  7. Fail117,759 miles (+1,172)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,759 miles
    Test number
    482851162337
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened suspension turrett top (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,587 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,587 miles
    Test number
    128321952061
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear axle ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail116,537 miles (+1,318)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    428435302674
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle brake low reading (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear axle ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,219 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,219 miles
    Test number
    315844775932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,202 miles (+2,068)12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,202 miles
    Test number
    259046891758
    • MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded and holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush and lower bushs worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush and upper bushs worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass113,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,134 miles
    Test number
    954796519209
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Fail113,129 miles (+1,142)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,129 miles
    Test number
    118922054154
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass111,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,987 miles
    Test number
    123666160690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,987 miles (+1,026)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,987 miles
    Test number
    643025885670
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Pressure regulator assy (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Intermittent on dip beam switching on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass110,961 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,961 miles
    Test number
    796768613326
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  17. Fail110,961 miles (+647)3 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,961 miles
    Test number
    368706912541
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  18. Pass110,314 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,314 miles
    Test number
    222897076692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail110,313 miles (+1,214)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,313 miles
    Test number
    699515916447
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working Lense broken and bulb not working. (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working lense broken and bulb not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass109,099 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    109,099 miles
    Test number
    776590250726
    • AdvisoryAll tyres have perished sidewalls (inner & outer)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Fail109,099 miles (+1,431)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,099 miles
    Test number
    133987665112
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres have perished sidewalls (inner & outer)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  22. Pass107,668 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,668 miles
    Test number
    918776875196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,664 miles (+1,602)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,664 miles
    Test number
    955275875131
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  24. Pass106,062 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,062 miles
    Test number
    107013834193
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are deteriorated/perished

  25. Fail106,061 miles (+938)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,061 miles
    Test number
    848438724165
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are deteriorated/perished

  26. Pass105,123 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,123 miles
    Test number
    508915443104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Fail105,123 miles (+870)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,123 miles
    Test number
    339414943170
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass104,253 miles (+880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    195807042103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail103,373 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,373 miles
    Test number
    552112249326
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass103,373 miles (+3,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,373 miles
    Test number
    924262549375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass100,057 miles (+20,237)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,057 miles
    Test number
    894927569241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass79,820 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,820 miles
    Test number
    201319158299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail79,797 miles (+15,070)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    620726348262
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  34. Fail64,727 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,727 miles
    Test number
    383701277482
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  35. Pass64,727 miles (+945)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,727 miles
    Test number
    393391877457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail63,782 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,782 miles
    Test number
    283685027212
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  37. Pass63,782 miles (+6,897)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    63,782 miles
    Test number
    602555227213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Pass56,885 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    56,885 miles
    Test number
    691201706259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Pass49,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    49,679 miles
    Test number
    703496885118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 FTA

Does V42 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 FTA is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 FTA?
The MOT on V42 FTA is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 FTA done?
V42 FTA was recorded at 120,334 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,397 miles a year.
Has V42 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 FTA has failed 18 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V42 FTA 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 V42 FTA find?
V42 FTA passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: rear suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joint; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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