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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V671 GSLMOT history

V671 GSL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

V671 GSL blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2022
Mileage
122,658 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V671 GSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V671 GSL was last recorded at 122,658 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 1,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2009: 35,781 miles, lower than 67,336 miles on 4 Mar 2008.

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
121,360 miles · 19 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,298 miles
Average per year
3,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,658 miles
  • 2021 – 121,360 miles
  • 2020 – 119,548 miles
  • 2019 – 116,765 miles
  • 2018 – 113,305 miles
  • 2017 – 104,731 miles
  • 2016 – 96,225 miles
  • 2015 – 86,989 miles
  • 2014 – 76,464 miles
  • 2013 – 75,193 miles
  • 2011 – 75,076 miles
  • 2010 – 72,753 miles
  • 2009 – 35,781 miles
  • 2008 – 67,336 miles
  • 2007 – 64,366 miles
  • 2006 – 60,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,658 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Insecure and moving about (1.1.12 (a))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached Shock absorber turret corroded and holed (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Washer jet missing (3.5 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leak at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leak at fuel filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis crossmember and chassis leg (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside 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))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling suspension arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis at suspension and gear box crossmember area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed around mid section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis leg and chassis crossmember (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • 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))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling on suspension arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis and crossmember at suspension and gear box crossmember mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed around mid section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Middle chassis outrigger for body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside and offside front hub oil seals leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,658 miles (+1,298)6 dangerous19 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,658 miles
    Test number
    146535754365
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Insecure and moving about (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached Shock absorber turret corroded and holed (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Washer jet missing (3.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leak at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leak at fuel filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis crossmember and chassis leg (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling suspension arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis at suspension and gear box crossmember area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed around mid section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis leg and chassis crossmember (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling on suspension arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis and crossmember at suspension and gear box crossmember mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed around mid section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Middle chassis outrigger for body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass121,360 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,360 miles
    Test number
    879641205871
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail121,360 miles (+79)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,360 miles
    Test number
    166829012001
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail121,281 miles (+1,733)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,281 miles
    Test number
    636121047253
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front outrigger corroded near trailing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger corroded at chassis and body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened chassis corroded within 30cm of trailing arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis corroded on inner near fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear crossmember corroded and has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,548 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,548 miles
    Test number
    397937388726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front hub oil seals leaking

  6. Fail119,508 miles (+2,743)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,508 miles
    Test number
    678755688147
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front hub oil seals leaking

  7. Pass116,765 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,765 miles
    Test number
    802813070623
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail116,758 miles (+3,453)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,758 miles
    Test number
    355994770148
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached turret insecure (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Box (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass113,305 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,305 miles
    Test number
    109514604642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,298 miles (+8,567)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,298 miles
    Test number
    487522149703
    • DangerousOffside Gearbox mounting defective
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive both front hub's (swivel seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,731 miles (+8,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,731 miles
    Test number
    100634409139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre side wall starting to separate in parts
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass96,225 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,225 miles
    Test number
    685446476941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail96,225 miles (+9,236)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,225 miles
    Test number
    984013019553
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass86,989 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,989 miles
    Test number
    353773391924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,985 miles (+10,521)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,985 miles
    Test number
    335557415228
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass76,464 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,464 miles
    Test number
    587277124238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,193 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,193 miles
    Test number
    489927813423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail75,076 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,076 miles
    Test number
    257677361064
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass75,076 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,076 miles
    Test number
    839357261042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    614776350043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,753 miles (+36,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    401696050083
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Pass35,781 miles (-31,555)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,781 miles
    Test number
    843628769016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,336 miles (+2,970)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    174104868490
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass64,366 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,366 miles
    Test number
    182288477018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,362 miles (+3,719)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,362 miles
    Test number
    983024077011
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass60,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,643 miles
    Test number
    490026166008
    • AdvisoryRadius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V671 GSL

Does V671 GSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V671 GSL expired on 18 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V671 GSL?
The MOT on V671 GSL expired on 18 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V671 GSL done?
V671 GSL was recorded at 122,658 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 3,701 miles a year.
Has V671 GSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V671 GSL has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V671 GSL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V671 GSL find?
V671 GSL failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 6 dangerous defects, 19 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail insecure and moving about; nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 25 more.

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