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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V48 FTAMOT history

V48 FTA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 177,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

V48 FTA 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 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,076 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V48 FTA
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
21 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V48 FTA was last recorded at 177,076 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,076 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,076 miles
  • 2025 – 175,504 miles
  • 2024 – 174,603 miles
  • 2023 – 173,024 miles
  • 2022 – 171,565 miles
  • 2021 – 170,469 miles
  • 2019 – 166,297 miles
  • 2018 – 161,622 miles
  • 2017 – 156,263 miles
  • 2016 – 150,861 miles
  • 2015 – 144,028 miles
  • 2014 – 132,232 miles
  • 2013 – 127,653 miles
  • 2012 – 117,502 miles
  • 2011 – 105,802 miles
  • 2009 – 96,087 miles
  • 2008 – 91,103 miles
  • 2007 – 85,942 miles
  • 2006 – 81,267 miles
  • 2005 – 72,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,076 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded 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 Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,076 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,076 miles
    Test number
    814708846105
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail177,076 miles (+1,572)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,076 miles
    Test number
    562559367868
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass175,504 miles (+901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,504 miles
    Test number
    689112268072
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass174,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    174,603 miles
    Test number
    566590107724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail174,603 miles (+1,579)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,603 miles
    Test number
    767507700614
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass173,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,024 miles
    Test number
    864757655296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail173,024 miles (+1,459)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,024 miles
    Test number
    244544265866
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass171,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    171,565 miles
    Test number
    289959977261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,565 miles (+1,096)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,565 miles
    Test number
    408377057975
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  10. Pass170,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    170,469 miles
    Test number
    531403815402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail170,469 miles (+4,172)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,469 miles
    Test number
    119901182301
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass166,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,297 miles
    Test number
    839849246722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail166,297 miles (+4,675)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,297 miles
    Test number
    872255770942
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass161,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    161,622 miles
    Test number
    743946648399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail161,622 miles (+5,359)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,622 miles
    Test number
    310664729459
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  16. Pass156,263 miles (+5,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    156,263 miles
    Test number
    691060529895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

  17. Pass150,861 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    150,861 miles
    Test number
    105980854118
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  18. Fail150,840 miles (+6,812)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,840 miles
    Test number
    501466195771
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  19. Pass144,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    144,028 miles
    Test number
    446408785107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail144,028 miles (+11,796)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,028 miles
    Test number
    706418485153
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass132,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    135511684110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,232 miles (+4,579)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    118171684162
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Pass127,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,653 miles
    Test number
    188069993151
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Fail127,652 miles (+10,150)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,652 miles
    Test number
    388499793174
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass117,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,502 miles
    Test number
    337760102443
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Fail117,502 miles (+11,700)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,502 miles
    Test number
    397120602293
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass105,802 miles (+9,715)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    105,802 miles
    Test number
    738563881090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail96,087 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    510563179221
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass96,087 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    860513479294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass91,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,103 miles
    Test number
    694663258249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail91,103 miles (+5,161)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,103 miles
    Test number
    992813258292
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass85,942 miles (+4,675)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    343952347271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass81,267 miles (+8,980)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    450447046273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass72,287 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    72,287 miles
    Test number
    861165845202
    • NoteFront No: plate cracked on lower edge

Questions about V48 FTA

Does V48 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V48 FTA is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V48 FTA?
The MOT on V48 FTA is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V48 FTA done?
V48 FTA was recorded at 177,076 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 5,097 miles a year.
Has V48 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V48 FTA has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V48 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 V48 FTA find?
V48 FTA passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: steering box leaking oil.

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