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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V643 FSLMOT history

V643 FSL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 104,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

V643 FSL green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
104,691 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V643 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 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V643 FSL was last recorded at 104,691 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,389 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
302 miles
Average per year
3,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,691 miles
  • 2025 – 104,389 miles
  • 2024 – 103,139 miles
  • 2022 – 102,811 miles
  • 2021 – 102,185 miles
  • 2020 – 101,674 miles
  • 2019 – 100,231 miles
  • 2018 – 98,860 miles
  • 2017 – 94,609 miles
  • 2016 – 86,187 miles
  • 2015 – 78,984 miles
  • 2014 – 75,716 miles
  • 2013 – 66,689 miles
  • 2012 – 63,104 miles
  • 2011 – 59,681 miles
  • 2010 – 55,628 miles
  • 2009 – 52,403 miles
  • 2008 – 48,454 miles
  • 2007 – 47,467 miles
  • 2006 – 36,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,691 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery box (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,691 miles (+302)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    104,691 miles
    Test number
    620141816191
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery box (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass104,389 miles (+1,250)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    104,389 miles
    Test number
    894293744945
    • AdvisoryBattery box has corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Bulkhead corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle door bottoms corroded.

  3. Pass103,139 miles (+328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,139 miles
    Test number
    940433210310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,811 miles (+626)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,811 miles
    Test number
    767905257015
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass102,185 miles (+511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,185 miles
    Test number
    569482275178
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,674 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,674 miles
    Test number
    930040360803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail101,673 miles (+1,442)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,673 miles
    Test number
    229930396164
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass100,231 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,231 miles
    Test number
    211999267903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail100,215 miles (+1,355)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    818491723953
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,860 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    245355123073
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe rusty
    • AdvisorySlight marks on both front seat belt webbing

  11. Fail98,844 miles (+4,235)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,844 miles
    Test number
    489524186243
    • FailureFuel system component leaking o/s /r of engine (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail pipe rusty
    • AdvisorySlight marks on both front seat belt webbing

  12. Pass94,609 miles (+8,422)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,609 miles
    Test number
    883637900228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,187 miles (+7,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,187 miles
    Test number
    715914581344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking onto exhaust from gearbox area

  14. Pass78,984 miles (+3,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,984 miles
    Test number
    220301384115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  15. Pass75,716 miles (+9,027)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,716 miles
    Test number
    839408834261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,689 miles
    Test number
    619185753214
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail66,689 miles (+3,585)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,689 miles
    Test number
    989475953289
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass63,104 miles (+233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,104 miles
    Test number
    247686052264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail62,871 miles (+3,190)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,871 miles
    Test number
    606079702180
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s front outriger corroded and holed

  20. Pass59,681 miles (+4,053)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,681 miles
    Test number
    487784401102
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion front and rear discs

  21. Pass55,628 miles (+3,225)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,628 miles
    Test number
    291380210444
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLight switch sticking

  22. Pass52,403 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,403 miles
    Test number
    980138919116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,372 miles (+3,918)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    662814619148
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded.

  24. Pass48,454 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,454 miles
    Test number
    251776208163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail48,454 miles (+987)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,454 miles
    Test number
    183623798481
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass47,467 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,467 miles
    Test number
    344868587225
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail47,467 miles (+10,803)2 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,467 miles
    Test number
    852088287217
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass36,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,664 miles
    Test number
    981383686231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V643 FSL

Does V643 FSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V643 FSL is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V643 FSL?
The MOT on V643 FSL is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V643 FSL done?
V643 FSL was recorded at 104,691 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,510 miles a year.
Has V643 FSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V643 FSL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on V643 FSL 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 V643 FSL find?
V643 FSL passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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