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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V659 EALMOT history

V659 EAL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 239,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

V659 EAL blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
239,737 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V659 EAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V659 EAL was last recorded at 239,737 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,736 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 239,737 miles
  • 2023 – 232,594 miles
  • 2021 – 219,016 miles
  • 2020 – 207,184 miles
  • 2019 – 198,656 miles
  • 2018 – 185,037 miles
  • 2017 – 179,215 miles
  • 2016 – 174,357 miles
  • 2015 – 167,894 miles
  • 2014 – 159,343 miles
  • 2013 – 149,642 miles
  • 2012 – 139,668 miles
  • 2011 – 131,156 miles
  • 2010 – 122,433 miles
  • 2009 – 113,729 miles
  • 2008 – 103,785 miles
  • 2007 – 94,625 miles
  • 2006 – 85,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,737 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front footwells corrodedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,737 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    239,737 miles
    Test number
    350008108731
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front footwells corroded

  2. Fail239,736 miles (+49)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,736 miles
    Test number
    526192401297
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint insecure loose on splines (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near trailing arm front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front footwells corroded

  3. Fail239,687 miles (+7,093)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,687 miles
    Test number
    283667991058
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront floor both sides holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected at steering wheel

  4. Pass232,594 miles (+13,578)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    232,594 miles
    Test number
    763346169984
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass219,016 miles (+11,832)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    219,016 miles
    Test number
    796013520304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass207,184 miles (+8,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    207,184 miles
    Test number
    981409709010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member end plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass198,656 miles (+13,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    198,656 miles
    Test number
    803811151514
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySteering box slightly damp

  8. Pass185,037 miles (+5,822)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    185,037 miles
    Test number
    678447288655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass179,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    179,215 miles
    Test number
    810116690613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  10. Fail179,215 miles (+4,858)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,215 miles
    Test number
    872948537515
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel regulator (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  11. Pass174,357 miles (+6,463)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    174,357 miles
    Test number
    593894388481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass167,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    167,894 miles
    Test number
    948570589247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail167,894 miles (+8,551)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,894 miles
    Test number
    544370199204
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass159,343 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    159,343 miles
    Test number
    189571434037
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  15. Fail159,341 miles (+9,699)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,341 miles
    Test number
    727023924004
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass149,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    149,642 miles
    Test number
    279481033070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985971533088
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass139,668 miles (+8,512)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    139,668 miles
    Test number
    865641742081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass131,156 miles (+8,723)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    131,156 miles
    Test number
    677235231015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass122,433 miles (+8,704)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    122,433 miles
    Test number
    464426840082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,729 miles (+9,944)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    113,729 miles
    Test number
    910883149007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass103,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    103,785 miles
    Test number
    531115548092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail103,785 miles (+9,160)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,785 miles
    Test number
    602869538012
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass94,625 miles (+9,255)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    94,625 miles
    Test number
    543653847089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    85,370 miles
    Test number
    133354446050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V659 EAL

Does V659 EAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V659 EAL expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V659 EAL?
The MOT on V659 EAL expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V659 EAL done?
V659 EAL was recorded at 239,737 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 8,424 miles a year.
Has V659 EAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V659 EAL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V659 EAL 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 V659 EAL find?
V659 EAL passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 5 more.

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