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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V42 OOAMOT history

V42 OOA is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 38 MOT tests, with 182,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

V42 OOA grey 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 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
182,603 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
38
20 passed · 18 failed
Per year
4,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 OOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 OOA was last recorded at 182,603 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,602 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,603 miles
  • 2025 – 182,602 miles
  • 2024 – 178,664 miles
  • 2023 – 175,571 miles
  • 2022 – 172,706 miles
  • 2021 – 170,253 miles
  • 2020 – 165,971 miles
  • 2019 – 161,660 miles
  • 2018 – 157,834 miles
  • 2017 – 153,108 miles
  • 2016 – 149,162 miles
  • 2015 – 146,757 miles
  • 2014 – 142,132 miles
  • 2013 – 135,830 miles
  • 2012 – 127,764 miles
  • 2011 – 118,802 miles
  • 2010 – 113,287 miles
  • 2009 – 112,451 miles
  • 2008 – 107,365 miles
  • 2007 – 105,483 miles
  • 2006 – 98,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,603 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,603 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    182,603 miles
    Test number
    310836806917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail182,602 miles (+3,938)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,602 miles
    Test number
    965990196453
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis cross brace (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,664 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    178,664 miles
    Test number
    526509962257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail178,474 miles (+2,903)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,474 miles
    Test number
    730287293807
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety from both front hubs (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play on idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass175,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    175,571 miles
    Test number
    559741167340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail175,571 miles (+2,865)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,571 miles
    Test number
    163288080426
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass172,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    172,706 miles
    Test number
    998382085590
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  8. Fail172,706 miles (+2,453)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,706 miles
    Test number
    443396024632
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  9. Pass170,253 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,253 miles
    Test number
    940591089584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Fail170,253 miles (+26)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,253 miles
    Test number
    660497441395
    • Repaired at testDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail170,227 miles (+39)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,227 miles
    Test number
    230744475721
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towbar mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff oilseal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail170,188 miles (+4,217)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,188 miles
    Test number
    195683457727
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt not checked child seat fitted

  13. Pass165,971 miles (+120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    165,971 miles
    Test number
    270124652542
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded

  14. Fail165,851 miles (+4,191)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,851 miles
    Test number
    855862665658
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength center chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded

  15. Pass161,660 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,660 miles
    Test number
    242798976501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail161,617 miles (+3,783)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,617 miles
    Test number
    399664182338
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling spring (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material crossaxle (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass157,834 miles (+4,726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,834 miles
    Test number
    220744965681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded crossaxle (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass153,108 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    153,108 miles
    Test number
    536075681214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Crossaxle (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail153,108 miles (+3,946)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,108 miles
    Test number
    960709977897
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Crossaxle (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass149,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,162 miles
    Test number
    615821485208
    • AdvisoryLight switch loose

  21. Fail149,162 miles (+2,405)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,162 miles
    Test number
    181893121543
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryLight switch loose

  22. Pass146,757 miles (+1)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    146,757 miles
    Test number
    288412965063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront hubs oil seals leaking
    • NoteFront number plate loose
    • NoteReserve travel of service brake pedal could be better

  23. Fail146,756 miles (+4,624)2 dangerous7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,756 miles
    Test number
    477576455048
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront hubs oil seals leaking
    • NoteFront number plate loose

  24. Pass142,132 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    142,132 miles
    Test number
    668603974056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front hub seals leaking slightly
    • NoteFront tyres worn very low on inside edges

  25. Fail142,132 miles (+6,302)7 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,132 miles
    Test number
    178272874444
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front hub seals leaking slightly
    • NoteFront tyres worn very low on inside edges

  26. Pass135,830 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    135,830 miles
    Test number
    229642073083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront number plate held on by cable tie's
    • NoteNearside wiper split
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStone chip to windscreen

  27. Fail135,830 miles (+8,066)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,830 miles
    Test number
    388042373086
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront number plate held on by cable tie's
    • NoteNearside wiper split
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteStone chip to windscreen

  28. Pass127,764 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    306428852031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S wiper blade split slightly
    • NoteFront hubs leaking oil slightly
    • NoteHandbrake travel long

  29. Fail127,764 miles (+8,962)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    788428952032
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S wiper blade split slightly
    • NoteFront hubs leaking oil slightly
    • NoteHandbrake travel long

  30. Pass118,802 miles (+5,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,802 miles
    Test number
    615488271019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Fail113,287 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,287 miles
    Test number
    231915260049
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  32. Pass113,287 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    113,287 miles
    Test number
    821805160070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass112,451 miles (+5,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    112,451 miles
    Test number
    603047719238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail107,365 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,365 miles
    Test number
    111330828221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  35. Pass107,365 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,365 miles
    Test number
    620860628228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass105,483 miles (+6,796)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    105,483 miles
    Test number
    393179197245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass98,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    98,687 miles
    Test number
    442321306489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail98,687 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,687 miles
    Test number
    120690706395
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V42 OOA

Does V42 OOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 OOA is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 OOA?
The MOT on V42 OOA is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 OOA done?
V42 OOA was recorded at 182,603 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,353 miles a year.
Has V42 OOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 OOA has failed 18 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V42 OOA 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 OOA find?
V42 OOA passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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