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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V635 LDNMOT history

V635 LDN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 155,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

V635 LDN green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
155,346 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V635 LDN
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V635 LDN was last recorded at 155,346 miles on 11 May 2026, 930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,416 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
930 miles
Average per year
4,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,346 miles
  • 2025 – 154,416 miles
  • 2024 – 153,967 miles
  • 2023 – 152,810 miles
  • 2022 – 151,712 miles
  • 2021 – 149,796 miles
  • 2020 – 146,598 miles
  • 2019 – 144,938 miles
  • 2018 – 142,214 miles
  • 2017 – 139,596 miles
  • 2016 – 137,225 miles
  • 2015 – 133,508 miles
  • 2014 – 127,973 miles
  • 2013 – 115,146 miles
  • 2012 – 106,471 miles
  • 2010 – 105,386 miles
  • 2009 – 101,391 miles
  • 2008 – 97,841 miles
  • 2006 – 81,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,346 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    155,346 miles
    Test number
    578324152731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail155,346 miles (+930)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,346 miles
    Test number
    877377877373
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass154,416 miles (+449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    154,416 miles
    Test number
    360389398320
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,967 miles (+1,157)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    153,967 miles
    Test number
    604704812059
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear tie rod dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear tie rod dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,810 miles (+1,098)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    152,810 miles
    Test number
    775062847075
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Fulcrum upper top to rear axle UJ dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play Front prop shaft rear UJ has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nearside rear tierod dust cover splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass151,712 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    151,712 miles
    Test number
    281349141872
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail151,712 miles (+1,916)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,712 miles
    Test number
    221094651224
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,796 miles (+3,198)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    149,796 miles
    Test number
    693842569095
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass146,598 miles (+1,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    146,598 miles
    Test number
    714412294480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly perished too (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass144,938 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    144,938 miles
    Test number
    822304526479
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside surface corrosion in all testable areas.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box mounting prescribed area corroded

  11. Fail144,937 miles (+2,723)2 dangerous8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,937 miles
    Test number
    818127622056
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underside surface corrosion in all testable areas.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box mounting prescribed area corroded

  12. Pass142,214 miles (+2,618)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    142,214 miles
    Test number
    377273621479
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front, offside front and nearside rear body mounting areas slightly corroded but not effecting body security

  13. Pass139,596 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    139,596 miles
    Test number
    259012963441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by "B" post (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by steering box (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j on propshaft, diff end.

  14. Fail139,584 miles (+2,359)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,584 miles
    Test number
    490444118218
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by "B" post (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by steering box (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j on propshaft, diff end.

  15. Pass137,225 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    137,225 miles
    Test number
    400599604672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,508 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    133,508 miles
    Test number
    897599645026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail133,503 miles (+5,530)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,503 miles
    Test number
    828268045052
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass127,973 miles (+12,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,973 miles
    Test number
    216130254099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass115,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    115,146 miles
    Test number
    215033993052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail115,146 miles (+138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,146 miles
    Test number
    559382893086
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass115,008 miles (+8,537)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    717065333018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass106,471 miles (+1,085)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,471 miles
    Test number
    875131122091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass105,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,386 miles
    Test number
    404236850387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,386 miles (+3,995)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,386 miles
    Test number
    103686450322
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass101,391 miles (+3,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    101,391 miles
    Test number
    271960059357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass97,841 miles (+6,776)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    97,841 miles
    Test number
    412298758347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass91,065 miles (+9,682)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    91,065 miles
    Test number
    863713708070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass81,383 miles (+10,561)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    81,383 miles
    Test number
    551018146379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    70,822 miles
    Test number
    154264606026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V635 LDN

Does V635 LDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V635 LDN is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V635 LDN?
The MOT on V635 LDN is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V635 LDN done?
V635 LDN was recorded at 155,346 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,154 miles a year.
Has V635 LDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V635 LDN has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V635 LDN 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 V635 LDN find?
V635 LDN passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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