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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V657 FDDMOT history

V657 FDD is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 180,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2022.

V657 FDD white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2022
Mileage
180,200 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 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 expired on 14 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V657 FDD was last recorded at 180,200 miles on 18 Oct 2022, 834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,366 miles · 15 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
834 miles
Average per year
4,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 180,200 miles
  • 2021 – 179,366 miles
  • 2020 – 177,290 miles
  • 2019 – 174,085 miles
  • 2017 – 173,689 miles
  • 2016 – 171,437 miles
  • 2015 – 168,263 miles
  • 2014 – 165,069 miles
  • 2013 – 160,369 miles
  • 2012 – 156,575 miles
  • 2010 – 152,676 miles
  • 2009 – 147,994 miles
  • 2008 – 144,248 miles
  • 2007 – 140,588 miles
  • 2006 – 107,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,200 miles
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Extensive damage to wing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Missing

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,200 miles (+834)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,200 miles
    Test number
    715166520715
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Extensive damage to wing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Missing

  2. Pass179,366 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    179,366 miles
    Test number
    190956715575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail179,355 miles (+2,065)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,355 miles
    Test number
    786757212171
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass177,290 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,290 miles
    Test number
    740408267042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail177,289 miles (+3,204)6 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,289 miles
    Test number
    204951275548
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour Lens missing (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S & N/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S & N/S (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass174,085 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    174,085 miles
    Test number
    388220054349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass173,689 miles (+2,252)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    173,689 miles
    Test number
    513864396829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    171,437 miles
    Test number
    865884439207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,437 miles (+3,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,437 miles
    Test number
    455213280495
    • Repaired at testFront wheel bearing has excessive play both frnt (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass168,263 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    168,263 miles
    Test number
    905525805296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass165,069 miles (+4,700)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    165,069 miles
    Test number
    399289214254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass160,369 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    160,369 miles
    Test number
    847710723283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass156,575 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    156,575 miles
    Test number
    516583032052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass152,676 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    152,676 miles
    Test number
    491520850312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail152,658 miles (+4,664)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,658 miles
    Test number
    593814240318
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass147,994 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    147,994 miles
    Test number
    261370759325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail144,248 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,248 miles
    Test number
    134198058348
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass144,248 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    144,248 miles
    Test number
    452168158422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail140,588 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,588 miles
    Test number
    283359137397
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass140,588 miles (+17,799)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    140,588 miles
    Test number
    904169137334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,789 miles (+14,894)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    122,789 miles
    Test number
    273955217005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,895 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    107,895 miles
    Test number
    761070226005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,893 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,893 miles
    Test number
    323899616029
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about V657 FDD

Does V657 FDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V657 FDD expired on 14 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V657 FDD?
The MOT on V657 FDD expired on 14 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V657 FDD done?
V657 FDD was recorded at 180,200 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2022, an average of 4,318 miles a year.
Has V657 FDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 FDD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V657 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 V657 FDD find?
V657 FDD failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2022 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: all direction indicators not working; brake servo defective or ineffective; hazard warning lamps inoperative, and 4 more.

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