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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V43 MVCMOT history

V43 MVC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2025.

V43 MVC green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
134,024 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 MVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 MVC was last recorded at 134,024 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 1,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,012 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,012 miles
Average per year
4,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,024 miles
  • 2024 – 133,012 miles
  • 2023 – 128,671 miles
  • 2022 – 127,427 miles
  • 2021 – 125,410 miles
  • 2020 – 122,464 miles
  • 2019 – 119,389 miles
  • 2018 – 116,809 miles
  • 2017 – 114,566 miles
  • 2016 – 110,725 miles
  • 2015 – 107,527 miles
  • 2014 – 103,369 miles
  • 2013 – 98,478 miles
  • 2012 – 93,537 miles
  • 2011 – 89,445 miles
  • 2010 – 84,400 miles
  • 2009 – 79,739 miles
  • 2008 – 73,395 miles
  • 2007 – 65,471 miles
  • 2006 – 55,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,024 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,024 miles (+1,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,024 miles
    Test number
    720026209208
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass133,012 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,012 miles
    Test number
    879613729028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail132,930 miles (+4,259)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    563972584630
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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 Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,671 miles (+1,244)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,671 miles
    Test number
    167202355841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,427 miles (+2,017)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,427 miles
    Test number
    143638878673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass125,410 miles (+4)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,410 miles
    Test number
    942612396235
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm ball joint boot slightly deteriorated

  7. Fail125,406 miles (+2,942)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,406 miles
    Test number
    656685862059
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm ball joint boot slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass122,464 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,464 miles
    Test number
    235656862357
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail122,464 miles (+3,075)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,464 miles
    Test number
    303508241273
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass119,389 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    352428711175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail119,389 miles (+2,580)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    337163326280
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass116,809 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    703432748554
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail116,805 miles (+2,239)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    496197007359
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel asap (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass114,566 miles (+133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    114,566 miles
    Test number
    504612516541
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of wheel (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail114,433 miles (+3,708)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,433 miles
    Test number
    419716688255
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureService brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of wheel (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass110,725 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    110,725 miles
    Test number
    540856573311
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes need attension

  17. Fail110,720 miles (+3,193)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,720 miles
    Test number
    134991450655
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes need attension

  18. Pass107,527 miles (+4,158)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    477437345082
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAdvise braqke pedal feels hard

  19. Pass103,369 miles (+4,891)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    103,369 miles
    Test number
    197124334484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has wear on inner edge

  20. Pass98,478 miles (+4,941)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,478 miles
    Test number
    135094943424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  21. Pass93,537 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    93,537 miles
    Test number
    336231512068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,445 miles (+5,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,445 miles
    Test number
    255373431065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass84,400 miles (+4,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,400 miles
    Test number
    572664750077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass79,739 miles (+6,344)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    79,739 miles
    Test number
    794306359060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Pass73,395 miles (+7,924)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,395 miles
    Test number
    691639028062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,471 miles (+9,579)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    65,471 miles
    Test number
    542059627079
    • NoteRear shocker bottem bushes slight play. †front steering damper bush slight play. †front prop uj slight play.

  27. Pass55,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,892 miles
    Test number
    872492346092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V43 MVC

Does V43 MVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 MVC expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 MVC?
The MOT on V43 MVC expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 MVC done?
V43 MVC was recorded at 134,024 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 4,092 miles a year.
Has V43 MVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 MVC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V43 MVC 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 V43 MVC find?
V43 MVC passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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