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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V685 FKUMOT history

V685 FKU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2024.

V685 FKU green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2025
Mileage
144,774 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 FKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 FKU was last recorded at 144,774 miles on 19 Sept 2024, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,721 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
4,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,774 miles
  • 2023 – 142,503 miles
  • 2022 – 141,523 miles
  • 2021 – 139,732 miles
  • 2020 – 138,293 miles
  • 2019 – 136,493 miles
  • 2018 – 135,046 miles
  • 2017 – 132,876 miles
  • 2016 – 131,127 miles
  • 2015 – 128,162 miles
  • 2014 – 126,846 miles
  • 2013 – 121,280 miles
  • 2012 – 113,354 miles
  • 2011 – 113,277 miles
  • 2010 – 110,891 miles
  • 2009 – 100,849 miles
  • 2008 – 90,302 miles
  • 2007 – 78,318 miles
  • 2006 – 67,083 miles
  • 2005 – 56,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,774 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,774 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,774 miles
    Test number
    609198850875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail144,721 miles (+2,218)8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,721 miles
    Test number
    187388992573
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in waxoil (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Both front and rear joint minor play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded - to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded - to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass142,503 miles (+980)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    142,503 miles
    Test number
    960654323417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking slightly

  4. Pass141,523 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,523 miles
    Test number
    492430055969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail141,491 miles (+1,759)1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,491 miles
    Test number
    468873047227
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,732 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,732 miles
    Test number
    904025476560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,677 miles (+1,384)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,677 miles
    Test number
    882869239849
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Pass138,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,293 miles
    Test number
    619003032248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,293 miles (+1,800)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,293 miles
    Test number
    885898593746
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Pass136,493 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,493 miles
    Test number
    654263760667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,046 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,046 miles
    Test number
    546994092699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    132,876 miles
    Test number
    519529686391
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail132,876 miles (+1,749)11 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,876 miles
    Test number
    714347043380
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering x member/chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering x member/chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass131,127 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    131,127 miles
    Test number
    766443310457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail131,115 miles (+2,953)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,115 miles
    Test number
    998720359303
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  16. Pass128,162 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    128,162 miles
    Test number
    498712775073
    • NoteN/s seat belt buckle damaged

  17. Fail128,162 miles (+1,316)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,162 miles
    Test number
    577988465041
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s seat belt buckle damaged

  18. Pass126,846 miles (+5,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    126,846 miles
    Test number
    956105814384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass121,280 miles (+7,926)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,280 miles
    Test number
    425659113435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside steering joints have slight play

  20. Pass113,354 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    113,354 miles
    Test number
    887366122311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail113,277 miles (+2,386)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,277 miles
    Test number
    187262421366
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded/pitted(overall brake efficiency satisfactory.

  22. Pass110,891 miles (+10,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    110,891 miles
    Test number
    773185370247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass100,849 miles (+10,547)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,849 miles
    Test number
    214280489291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,302 miles (+11,984)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,302 miles
    Test number
    891889468269
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s seat belt buckle cracked / o/s wiper torn on end

  25. Pass78,318 miles (+11,235)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    78,318 miles
    Test number
    680121377290
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes worn

  26. Pass67,083 miles (+10,146)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,083 miles
    Test number
    322800776483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    56,937 miles
    Test number
    660446375281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 FKU

Does V685 FKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V685 FKU expired on 18 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V685 FKU?
The MOT on V685 FKU expired on 18 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V685 FKU done?
V685 FKU was recorded at 144,774 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2024, an average of 4,632 miles a year.
Has V685 FKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 FKU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V685 FKU 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 V685 FKU find?
V685 FKU passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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