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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V52 GWBMOT history

V52 GWB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 82,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

V52 GWB 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 Jan 2027
Mileage
82,099 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V52 GWB
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
4 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V52 GWB was last recorded at 82,099 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,091 miles · 18 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,099 miles
  • 2024 – 78,183 miles
  • 2023 – 75,078 miles
  • 2022 – 74,091 miles
  • 2021 – 72,023 miles
  • 2019 – 65,828 miles
  • 2018 – 63,997 miles
  • 2017 – 63,106 miles
  • 2016 – 62,272 miles
  • 2015 – 60,878 miles
  • 2014 – 59,327 miles
  • 2013 – 56,373 miles
  • 2012 – 53,531 miles
  • 2011 – 51,130 miles
  • 2010 – 49,151 miles
  • 2009 – 45,733 miles
  • 2008 – 40,934 miles
  • 2007 – 36,803 miles
  • 2006 – 33,939 miles
  • 2005 – 32,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,099 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassisRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • All tyres perished

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,099 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    376611954848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis

  2. Fail82,091 miles (+3,908)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,091 miles
    Test number
    595581030893
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis

  3. Pass78,183 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    186688793583
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  4. Fail78,177 miles (+3,099)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    452879847411
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering brake pedal mounting to bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  5. Pass75,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    113051079074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,078 miles (+987)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    840711158403
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  7. Pass74,091 miles (+2,068)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,091 miles
    Test number
    408598964759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  8. Pass72,023 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,023 miles
    Test number
    723225874260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  9. Fail72,016 miles (+3,033)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,016 miles
    Test number
    356525053929
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear outer body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis / outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  10. Pass68,983 miles (+3,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,983 miles
    Test number
    571366281704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  11. Pass65,828 miles (+1,831)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,828 miles
    Test number
    487238734666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  12. Pass63,997 miles (+891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,997 miles
    Test number
    635845764143
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass63,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    136153160776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,106 miles (+834)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    719205166209
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking front too rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass62,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,272 miles
    Test number
    525594775742
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail62,272 miles (+1,394)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,272 miles
    Test number
    797322694229
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass60,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,878 miles
    Test number
    392826882347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,878 miles (+1,551)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,878 miles
    Test number
    220608952062
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  19. Pass59,327 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,327 miles
    Test number
    127593154373
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  20. Fail59,327 miles (+2,954)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,327 miles
    Test number
    937623954329
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  21. Pass56,373 miles (+2,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,373 miles
    Test number
    796132353368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass53,531 miles (+2,401)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,531 miles
    Test number
    556494652392
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  23. Pass51,130 miles (+1,979)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,130 miles
    Test number
    697554751335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight play in rear propshaft rear joint

  24. Pass49,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,151 miles
    Test number
    240557940354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,151 miles (+3,418)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,151 miles
    Test number
    930217440349
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass45,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    482520559428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,733 miles (+4,799)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    882309949310
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRearof rear propshaft uj has slight play

  28. Pass40,934 miles (+2,071)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,934 miles
    Test number
    672748038373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  29. Pass38,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,863 miles
    Test number
    271343868185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail38,863 miles (+2,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,863 miles
    Test number
    130133468193
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass36,803 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,803 miles
    Test number
    240948657197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass33,939 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,939 miles
    Test number
    243785436165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass32,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    32,472 miles
    Test number
    741522095188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V52 GWB

Does V52 GWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V52 GWB is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V52 GWB?
The MOT on V52 GWB is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V52 GWB done?
V52 GWB was recorded at 82,099 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 2,426 miles a year.
Has V52 GWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V52 GWB has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V52 GWB 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 V52 GWB find?
V52 GWB passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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