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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V653 GPTMOT history

V653 GPT is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 128,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

V653 GPT red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,266 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V653 GPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V653 GPT was last recorded at 128,266 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2017: 102,735 miles, lower than 967,086 miles on 2 Jul 2016.

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
128,266 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,266 miles
  • 2025 – 124,283 miles
  • 2024 – 120,129 miles
  • 2023 – 117,330 miles
  • 2022 – 115,983 miles
  • 2020 – 113,551 miles
  • 2019 – 111,216 miles
  • 2018 – 106,899 miles
  • 2017 – 102,735 miles
  • 2016 – 967,086 miles
  • 2015 – 853,210 miles
  • 2014 – 71,372 miles
  • 2013 – 68,228 miles
  • 2011 – 67,166 miles
  • 2010 – 65,218 miles
  • 2009 – 63,021 miles
  • 2008 – 59,545 miles
  • 2007 – 58,144 miles
  • 2006 – 57,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,266 miles

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.

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    374536010621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,266 miles (+3,983)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    946489778651
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass124,283 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    124,283 miles
    Test number
    676793184939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,129 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,129 miles
    Test number
    326807714970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,330 miles (+1,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,330 miles
    Test number
    896735924973
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass115,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,983 miles
    Test number
    302075984457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,983 miles (+2,432)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,983 miles
    Test number
    813723447234
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass113,551 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,551 miles
    Test number
    151012186753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,216 miles (+4,317)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    432424862492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,899 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,899 miles
    Test number
    405305433867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,735 miles (-864,351)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,735 miles
    Test number
    683891808276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass967,086 miles (+113,876)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    967,086 miles
    Test number
    934778268532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass853,210 miles (+781,838)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    853,210 miles
    Test number
    319391995104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,372 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,372 miles
    Test number
    105481444436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,228 miles (+1,062)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,228 miles
    Test number
    667559233057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCovers & shields not allowing full inspection
    • NoteMultiple points of slight corrosion to chassis
    • NoteNearside & offside front swivel joints slight weeping of oil

  16. Pass67,166 miles (+1,948)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,166 miles
    Test number
    128696101334
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail65,218 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,218 miles
    Test number
    383544580451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers & shields

  18. Pass65,218 miles (+2,197)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,218 miles
    Test number
    820794480224
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers & shields

  19. Pass63,021 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    211008319245
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail63,017 miles (+3,472)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,017 miles
    Test number
    250837819229
    • FailureFront brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass59,545 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    191614408275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,144 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,144 miles
    Test number
    140891297179
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s& o/s front swivel joint seals weeping

  23. Pass58,144 miles (+925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,144 miles
    Test number
    940621397177
    • NoteN/s& o/s front swivel joint seals weeping

  24. Pass57,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,219 miles
    Test number
    283945496141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V653 GPT

Does V653 GPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V653 GPT is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V653 GPT?
The MOT on V653 GPT is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V653 GPT done?
V653 GPT was recorded at 128,266 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,635 miles a year.
Has V653 GPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V653 GPT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V653 GPT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V653 GPT find?
V653 GPT passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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