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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

V5 ARHMOT history

V5 ARH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 65,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

V5 ARH blue 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 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
65,514 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 ARH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 ARH was last recorded at 65,514 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,511 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,514 miles
  • 2024 – 62,094 miles
  • 2023 – 60,467 miles
  • 2022 – 56,999 miles
  • 2021 – 51,433 miles
  • 2020 – 45,421 miles
  • 2019 – 38,942 miles
  • 2018 – 32,871 miles
  • 2017 – 27,140 miles
  • 2016 – 22,013 miles
  • 2015 – 16,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,514 miles
  • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))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
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front swivel seal slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear drive member / half shaft showing wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front swivel seal slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,514 miles (+3)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    65,514 miles
    Test number
    520279242638
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail65,511 miles (+3,417)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,511 miles
    Test number
    124454247713
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass62,094 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,094 miles
    Test number
    544793857578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,467 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    60,467 miles
    Test number
    402854566930
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive member / half shaft showing wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel seal slight leak
  5. Fail60,466 miles (+3,467)2 dangerous12 major2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    175079738980
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture calliper pipe ( bracket bent and twisted ) (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive member / half shaft showing wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear stop /tail lamp lens cracked
  6. Pass56,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,999 miles
    Test number
    586314784554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail56,999 miles (+5,566)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,999 miles
    Test number
    407044343496
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above chassis by door (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass51,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    51,433 miles
    Test number
    103298797776
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail51,433 miles (+6,012)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,433 miles
    Test number
    185721676102
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass45,421 miles (+6,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    893245604175
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some parts
  11. Pass38,942 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,942 miles
    Test number
    945000260019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,871 miles (+5,731)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    32,871 miles
    Test number
    151768616113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,140 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,140 miles
    Test number
    435503039730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,013 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,013 miles
    Test number
    505428376567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    16,150 miles
    Test number
    941583683658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 ARH

Does V5 ARH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 ARH is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V5 ARH?
The MOT on V5 ARH is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 ARH done?
V5 ARH was recorded at 65,514 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 4,836 miles a year.
Has V5 ARH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 ARH has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 ARH 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 V5 ARH find?
V5 ARH passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 4 more.

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