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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V656 FDDMOT history

V656 FDD is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 150,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V656 FDD white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,058 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V656 FDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V656 FDD was last recorded at 150,058 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 3,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,062 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,996 miles
Average per year
4,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,058 miles
  • 2025 – 146,062 miles
  • 2024 – 142,986 miles
  • 2023 – 140,491 miles
  • 2022 – 138,355 miles
  • 2021 – 134,660 miles
  • 2020 – 131,391 miles
  • 2019 – 128,699 miles
  • 2018 – 123,692 miles
  • 2017 – 119,203 miles
  • 2016 – 113,708 miles
  • 2015 – 109,050 miles
  • 2014 – 104,732 miles
  • 2013 – 100,399 miles
  • 2012 – 95,864 miles
  • 2011 – 91,619 miles
  • 2010 – 87,719 miles
  • 2009 – 81,043 miles
  • 2008 – 78,885 miles
  • 2007 – 77,208 miles
  • 2006 – 65,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,058 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 servo corroded

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,058 miles (+3,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,058 miles
    Test number
    111250947954
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,062 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,062 miles
    Test number
    109569382009
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  3. Fail146,058 miles (+3,072)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,058 miles
    Test number
    468233377799
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  4. Pass142,986 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    142,986 miles
    Test number
    939619592951
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  5. Fail142,984 miles (+2,493)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,984 miles
    Test number
    549361683106
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  6. Pass140,491 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,491 miles
    Test number
    727915439210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  7. Fail140,487 miles (+2,132)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,487 miles
    Test number
    324516890992
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  8. Pass138,355 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,355 miles
    Test number
    664477313603
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail138,159 miles (+3,499)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,159 miles
    Test number
    235540608478
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass134,660 miles (+3,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,660 miles
    Test number
    791780575597
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass131,391 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,391 miles
    Test number
    994272230228
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  12. Fail131,390 miles (+2,691)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,390 miles
    Test number
    791924134871
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded

  13. Pass128,699 miles (+5,007)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,699 miles
    Test number
    577993095141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle mounting top ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  14. Pass123,692 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,692 miles
    Test number
    948865766397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  15. Fail123,692 miles (+4,489)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,692 miles
    Test number
    238177467469
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged fouling hub assembly (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  16. Pass119,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,203 miles
    Test number
    769686011132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryTyre side walls damaged both front

  17. Fail119,203 miles (+5,495)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,203 miles
    Test number
    271189236892
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre side walls damaged both front

  18. Pass113,708 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,708 miles
    Test number
    647714787797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub Swivel Slight Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTransmission Oil Leak

  19. Fail113,708 miles (+4,658)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,708 miles
    Test number
    804315622854
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub Swivel Slight Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTransmission Oil Leak

  20. Pass109,050 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    347887649457
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside front seat belt webbing

  21. Fail109,050 miles (+4,318)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    904732741702
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside front seat belt webbing

  22. Pass104,732 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,732 miles
    Test number
    958261864298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn
    • NoteEmissions high

  23. Fail104,732 miles (+4,333)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,732 miles
    Test number
    697165254261
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn
    • NoteEmissions high
    • NotePlay front propshaft both u.j,s

  24. Pass100,399 miles (+4,535)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,399 miles
    Test number
    819924253281
    • NoteFuel staining on engine block. suspect intermittant fuel leak from regulator. no leak at time of test
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  25. Pass95,864 miles1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    508727352249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brakes only just met the front brake imbalance requirements
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake caliper dust seals deteriorated/missing
    • NoteOffside side step insecure
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteSlight wear in front suspension arm bushes

  26. Fail95,864 miles (+4,245)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    537277052233
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside side step insecure
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteSlight wear in front suspension arm bushes

  27. Pass91,619 miles (+3,900)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    91,619 miles
    Test number
    956512951252
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteExhaust emissions high/unstable

  28. Pass87,719 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,719 miles
    Test number
    123087150287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass81,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    702851159253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,043 miles (+2,158)2 failures3 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    750390259275
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated
    • NoteNearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  31. Pass78,885 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    78,885 miles
    Test number
    121765218085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass77,208 miles (+11,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,208 miles
    Test number
    814271457151
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass65,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    65,582 miles
    Test number
    761210566185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V656 FDD

Does V656 FDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V656 FDD is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V656 FDD?
The MOT on V656 FDD is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V656 FDD done?
V656 FDD was recorded at 150,058 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,171 miles a year.
Has V656 FDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V656 FDD has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V656 FDD 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 V656 FDD find?
V656 FDD passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; park brake lever has little reserve travel; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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