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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V641 FSLMOT history

V641 FSL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 159,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

V641 FSL green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
159,351 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V641 FSL
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
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V641 FSL was last recorded at 159,351 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 1,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2012: 123,944 miles, lower than 125,615 miles on 12 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
157,395 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,956 miles
Average per year
3,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,351 miles
  • 2024 – 157,395 miles
  • 2022 – 153,723 miles
  • 2021 – 149,655 miles
  • 2020 – 147,816 miles
  • 2018 – 145,741 miles
  • 2017 – 144,450 miles
  • 2016 – 142,731 miles
  • 2015 – 140,264 miles
  • 2014 – 136,962 miles
  • 2013 – 133,505 miles
  • 2012 – 129,454 miles
  • 2011 – 125,615 miles
  • 2010 – 121,965 miles
  • 2009 – 117,879 miles
  • 2008 – 108,621 miles
  • 2007 – 100,488 miles
  • 2005 – 81,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    223363031685
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass159,351 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,351 miles
    Test number
    321454545645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,395 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    157,395 miles
    Test number
    624520371547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,723 miles
    Test number
    804045254101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,720 miles (+4,065)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,720 miles
    Test number
    449863598123
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  6. Pass149,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,655 miles
    Test number
    270098779579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail149,655 miles (+1,839)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,655 miles
    Test number
    855472233447
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  8. Pass147,816 miles (+862)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,816 miles
    Test number
    363003512177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,954 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,954 miles
    Test number
    621216246037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail146,935 miles (+1,194)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,935 miles
    Test number
    743125523495
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm rear bush at axle mounting worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body insecure rear bonnet hinge broken (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm rear bush at axle mounting worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass145,741 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    849341844638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,450 miles (+1,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    144,450 miles
    Test number
    727693184870
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass142,731 miles (+2,467)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    142,731 miles
    Test number
    130406674629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,264 miles (+3,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    140,264 miles
    Test number
    735308635121
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass136,962 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    136,962 miles
    Test number
    258217744103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,505 miles (+4,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    133,505 miles
    Test number
    397735243188
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass129,454 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    129,454 miles
    Test number
    888132452124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,944 miles (-1,671)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,944 miles
    Test number
    445301052101
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass125,615 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    125,615 miles
    Test number
    919882831197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail125,614 miles (+3,649)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,614 miles
    Test number
    828541931111
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

  21. Pass121,965 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    121,965 miles
    Test number
    991539840196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail121,964 miles (+4,085)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,964 miles
    Test number
    164400640137
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass117,879 miles (+9,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    117,879 miles
    Test number
    682583219190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass108,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    108,621 miles
    Test number
    403478408172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail108,620 miles (+8,132)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,620 miles
    Test number
    703418208155
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass100,488 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    100,488 miles
    Test number
    233251017475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,482 miles (+18,803)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,482 miles
    Test number
    944050617129
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear shocks have slightly worn upper and lower bushes.

  28. Fail81,679 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    610914845228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Pass81,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    843844645277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V641 FSL

Does V641 FSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V641 FSL is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V641 FSL?
The MOT on V641 FSL is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V641 FSL done?
V641 FSL was recorded at 159,351 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 3,962 miles a year.
Has V641 FSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V641 FSL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V641 FSL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V641 FSL find?
V641 FSL passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive from transfer box; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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