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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

V5 NTRMOT history

V5 NTR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 53,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

V5 NTR black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,143 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 NTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
23 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 NTR was last recorded at 53,143 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 2,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,312 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,831 miles
Average per year
4,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,143 miles
  • 2024 – 50,312 miles
  • 2023 – 47,731 miles
  • 2022 – 45,006 miles
  • 2021 – 36,313 miles
  • 2020 – 30,584 miles
  • 2019 – 21,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,143 miles
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn SLIGHT LEAK FROM SEAL (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 25 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,143 miles (+2,831)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    53,143 miles
    Test number
    154962705489
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn SLIGHT LEAK FROM SEAL (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass50,312 miles (+2,581)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    493099296102
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly damaged. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted.

  3. Pass47,731 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    47,731 miles
    Test number
    263120508720
    • AdvisoryLong park brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub sphere leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside front seatbelt in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight glass chipped
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front hub
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  4. Fail47,731 miles (+2,725)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,731 miles
    Test number
    587716898119
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLong park brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub sphere leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside front seatbelt in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight glass chipped
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front hub
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  5. Pass45,006 miles (+8,693)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    675686724715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,313 miles (+5,729)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    36,313 miles
    Test number
    925713089828
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDampness on n/s swivel ball seal

  7. Pass30,584 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    30,584 miles
    Test number
    767255106160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,977 miles (+5,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    27,977 miles
    Test number
    434012229287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass21,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,993 miles
    Test number
    544783658174
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub some grease leakage

Questions about V5 NTR

Does V5 NTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 NTR is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V5 NTR?
The MOT on V5 NTR is valid until 24 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 NTR done?
V5 NTR was recorded at 53,143 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 4,573 miles a year.
Has V5 NTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 NTR has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V5 NTR 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 NTR find?
V5 NTR passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: exhaust system corroded; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight leak from seal; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 6 more.

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