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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V672 FDEMOT history

V672 FDE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 93,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

V672 FDE blue 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,409 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V672 FDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V672 FDE was last recorded at 93,409 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Oct 2009: 62,831 miles, lower than 582,093 miles on 28 Oct 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
92,546 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
863 miles
Average per year
2,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,409 miles
  • 2025 – 92,546 miles
  • 2024 – 91,939 miles
  • 2023 – 91,543 miles
  • 2022 – 89,920 miles
  • 2019 – 87,163 miles
  • 2018 – 85,754 miles
  • 2017 – 83,852 miles
  • 2016 – 82,207 miles
  • 2015 – 80,583 miles
  • 2014 – 79,294 miles
  • 2013 – 77,395 miles
  • 2012 – 74,058 miles
  • 2011 – 70,855 miles
  • 2010 – 66,641 miles
  • 2009 – 62,831 miles
  • 2008 – 582,093 miles
  • 2007 – 54,824 miles
  • 2006 – 51,772 miles
  • 2005 – 47,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,409 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock turret

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded & holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded & Holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Corrosion on chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,409 miles (+863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    215335780279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,546 miles (+607)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,546 miles
    Test number
    872318333435
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,939 miles (+396)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,939 miles
    Test number
    151929767546
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,543 miles (+1,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    512968994243
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis slighly corroded

  5. Pass89,920 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,920 miles
    Test number
    782553943754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded & holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded & Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel position upside down!!

  6. Fail89,906 miles (+2,743)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,906 miles
    Test number
    611820111650
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure Bezzle corroded (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) Lower steering column UJ Excessively worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded & holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded & Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass87,163 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,163 miles
    Test number
    708206583799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,123 miles (+1,369)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,123 miles
    Test number
    399849872900
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,754 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,754 miles
    Test number
    493539822863
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on chassis

  10. Fail85,723 miles (+1,871)5 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    876026383722
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on chassis

  11. Pass83,852 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    172051669588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,849 miles (+1,642)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,849 miles
    Test number
    194121224712
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass82,207 miles (+1,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,207 miles
    Test number
    492298256351
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass80,583 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,583 miles
    Test number
    359738106710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,581 miles (+1,287)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,581 miles
    Test number
    715443806925
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass79,294 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,294 miles
    Test number
    605400614347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,279 miles (+1,884)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,279 miles
    Test number
    517153204370
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass77,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,395 miles
    Test number
    269450013301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,395 miles (+3,337)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,395 miles
    Test number
    458735003379
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass74,058 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,058 miles
    Test number
    355397592479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,855 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,855 miles
    Test number
    615542591222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,641 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,641 miles
    Test number
    681272390219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,831 miles (-519,262)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,831 miles
    Test number
    420360509447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass582,093 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    582,093 miles
    Test number
    531652308317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDriver side wiper blade badly split and worn
    • NoteWindscreen cracked out side swept area driver side

  25. Fail582,093 miles (+527,269)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    582,093 miles
    Test number
    353308098427
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDriver side wiper blade badly split and worn
    • NoteWindscreen cracked out side swept area driver side

  26. Pass54,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    54,824 miles
    Test number
    180297497205
    • NoteWindscreen cracked outside of swept area

  27. Fail54,824 miles (+3,052)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,824 miles
    Test number
    661426097209
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteWindscreen cracked outside of swept area

  28. Pass51,772 miles (+4,612)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    51,772 miles
    Test number
    630567996298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    47,160 miles
    Test number
    490188495282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V672 FDE

Does V672 FDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V672 FDE is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V672 FDE?
The MOT on V672 FDE is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V672 FDE done?
V672 FDE was recorded at 93,409 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 2,260 miles a year.
Has V672 FDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V672 FDE has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V672 FDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V672 FDE find?
V672 FDE passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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