Land Rover Defender
Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc
V60 DEFMOT history
V60 DEF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 124,346 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 124,346 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 21 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 5,304 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V60 DEF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 19 Dec 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
V60 DEF was last recorded at 124,346 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 119,693 miles · 18 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,653 miles
- Average per year
- 5,304 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 124,346 miles
- 2025 – 119,693 miles
- 2024 – 115,960 miles
- 2023 – 112,458 miles
- 2022 – 105,361 miles
- 2021 – 103,647 miles
- 2020 – 100,905 miles
- 2019 – 98,685 miles
- 2018 – 96,801 miles
- 2017 – 88,744 miles
- 2016 – 78,027 miles
- 2015 – 66,006 miles
- 2014 – 58,101 miles
- 2013 – 56,309 miles
- 2012 – 52,442 miles
- 2011 – 47,657 miles
- 2010 – 42,018 miles
- 2009 – 35,492 miles
- 2008 – 31,187 miles
- 2007 – 23,947 miles
- 2006 – 16,967 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass124,346 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Front Coil spring corroded nearside & offside
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
A frame ball joint gaiter perished
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link connected to the rear of the hubs both side ball joint gaiters perished
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Front and rear underside of bumpers corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Moisture around the front hubs
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play close to the limit
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
30 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass124,346 miles (+4,653)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 124,346 miles
- Test number
- 914360635821
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass119,693 miles (+126)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 119,693 miles
- Test number
- 344678270939
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail119,567 miles (+3,607)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,567 miles
- Test number
- 345107486444
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick is the wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering wheel several security bolts are loose, wheel is still secure
Pass115,960 miles (+82)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 115,960 miles
- Test number
- 186837158155
- MinorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link connected to the rear of the hubs both side ball joint gaiters perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryA frame ball joint gaiter perished
- AdvisoryFront and rear underside of bumpers corroded
- AdvisoryMoisture around the front hubs
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play close to the limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil around front diff
- AdvisoryOil residue around gearbox and transfer box
- AdvisoryShock absorber bush on steering system worn
- AdvisorySteering arm ball joint gaiter perished (connected to steering box)
Fail115,878 miles (+3,420)1 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,878 miles
- Test number
- 943691879587
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link connected to the rear of the hubs both side ball joint gaiters perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryA frame ball joint gaiter perished
- AdvisoryFront and rear underside of bumpers corroded
- AdvisoryMoisture around the front hubs
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorating
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play close to the limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil around front diff
- AdvisoryOil residue around gearbox and transfer box
- AdvisoryShock absorber bush on steering system worn
- AdvisorySteering arm ball joint gaiter perished (connected to steering box)
Pass112,458 miles (+20)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 112,458 miles
- Test number
- 458338487963
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil residue engine and gearbox areas
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroding
Fail112,438 miles (+7,077)4 major3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,438 miles
- Test number
- 484875817202
- MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play marked with chalk (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper nut loose - marked with chalk (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint - marked with chalk (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil residue engine and gearbox areas
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroding
Pass105,361 miles (+1,714)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 105,361 miles
- Test number
- 720121042269
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass103,647 miles (+2,742)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 103,647 miles
- Test number
- 782663798417
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass100,905 miles (+2,220)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 100,905 miles
- Test number
- 931423155713
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass98,685 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 98,685 miles
- Test number
- 598080900690
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,685 miles (+1,884)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,685 miles
- Test number
- 721055924427
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Pass96,801 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 96,801 miles
- Test number
- 421311216191
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail96,801 miles (+8,057)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,801 miles
- Test number
- 528111966205
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass88,744 miles (+10,717)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 88,744 miles
- Test number
- 741310944740
- AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter on drop arm bottom of steering box deteriorating (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn rear end rear prop
- AdvisoryBoth front hub seals damp
- AdvisoryRear axle upper joint gaiter slightly deteriorated
Pass78,027 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 78,027 miles
- Test number
- 497403292806
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin about 3-4mm left (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber wearing smooth on one edge
Fail78,027 miles (+12,021)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,027 miles
- Test number
- 680177057968
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin about 3-4mm left (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber wearing smooth on one edge
Pass66,006 miles (+7,905)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 66,006 miles
- Test number
- 335901455049
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass58,101 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 58,101 miles
- Test number
- 937052744098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,101 miles (+1,792)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,101 miles
- Test number
- 855221444069
- FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
- NoteClutch peadal anti-slip worn
Pass56,309 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 56,309 miles
- Test number
- 589910953034
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,309 miles (+3,867)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,309 miles
- Test number
- 188720753483
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Track rod 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)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass52,442 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 52,442 miles
- Test number
- 118593052026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,442 miles (+4,785)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,442 miles
- Test number
- 918842152082
- DangerousFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Pass47,657 miles (+5,639)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 47,657 miles
- Test number
- 196500161030
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteSteering damper bush has slight play
Pass42,018 miles (+6,526)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 42,018 miles
- Test number
- 440324910036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,492 miles (+4,305)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 35,492 miles
- Test number
- 111854719476
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,187 miles (+7,240)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2009
- Odometer
- 31,187 miles
- Test number
- 480089918122
- NoteRear no plate lamp in poor condition
Pass23,947 miles (+6,980)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2008
- Odometer
- 23,947 miles
- Test number
- 464836007134
- NoteAdv:slight markings on seat belt webbings.
- NoteAdv:slight play at steering damper.
Pass16,967 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2007
- Odometer
- 16,967 miles
- Test number
- 934442026149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about V60 DEF
- Does V60 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V60 DEF is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on V60 DEF?
- The MOT on V60 DEF is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has V60 DEF done?
- V60 DEF was recorded at 124,346 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 5,304 miles a year.
- Has V60 DEF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V60 DEF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on V60 DEF 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 V60 DEF find?
- V60 DEF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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