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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V68 HGSMOT history

V68 HGS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 247,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

V68 HGS green 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 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
247,040 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V68 HGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V68 HGS was last recorded at 247,040 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,027 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,040 miles
  • 2025 – 246,683 miles
  • 2024 – 245,151 miles
  • 2023 – 243,306 miles
  • 2022 – 242,562 miles
  • 2021 – 241,733 miles
  • 2020 – 240,088 miles
  • 2018 – 237,735 miles
  • 2017 – 235,422 miles
  • 2016 – 232,475 miles
  • 2015 – 228,673 miles
  • 2014 – 222,100 miles
  • 2013 – 214,390 miles
  • 2012 – 207,277 miles
  • 2011 – 201,647 miles
  • 2010 – 195,972 miles
  • 2009 – 187,860 miles
  • 2008 – 180,871 miles
  • 2007 – 154,588 miles
  • 2006 – 131,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,040 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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Horn sound not in accordance with requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,040 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    247,040 miles
    Test number
    450996641794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail247,027 miles (+344)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,027 miles
    Test number
    202044298487
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass246,683 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    246,683 miles
    Test number
    871925174723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail246,673 miles (+1,522)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,673 miles
    Test number
    495798115362
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass245,151 miles (+1,845)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    245,151 miles
    Test number
    767032055083
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt DROP ARM BALL JOINT (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass243,306 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    243,306 miles
    Test number
    568461645247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joints leaking

  7. Fail243,304 miles (+742)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,304 miles
    Test number
    677661058503
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joints leaking

  8. Pass242,562 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    242,562 miles
    Test number
    814999215370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail242,558 miles (+2)2 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,558 miles
    Test number
    706009233525
    • DangerousCentral Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter insecure

  10. Fail242,556 miles (+823)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,556 miles
    Test number
    793108449007
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure fuel filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced adjacent trailing arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced adjacent trailing arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody cross member under rear seat corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides of rear seat mountings corroded
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  11. Pass241,733 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    241,733 miles
    Test number
    366349446890
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main beam spot light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower bulkhead/floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member on body above rear chassis becoming holed and corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever warning light stays on some times

  12. Fail241,726 miles (+1,638)1 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,726 miles
    Test number
    382741832152
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed hole/cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring shock absorber mountings holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring shock absorber mountings holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main beam spot light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower bulk head and lower floor becoming corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCross member above rear axle on body becoming holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever warning light stays on

  13. Pass240,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    240,088 miles
    Test number
    508668494619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Fail240,082 miles (+2,347)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,082 miles
    Test number
    755278299310
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  15. Pass237,735 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    237,735 miles
    Test number
    117435175941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rough

  16. Fail237,733 miles (+2,311)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,733 miles
    Test number
    722749427413
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rough

  17. Pass235,422 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    235,422 miles
    Test number
    988117920801
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both rear shock bushes

  18. Fail235,420 miles (+2,945)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,420 miles
    Test number
    614442997507
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both rear shock bushes

  19. Pass232,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    232,475 miles
    Test number
    118741300393
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft universal joints are showing signs of wear

  20. Fail232,475 miles (+3,802)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,475 miles
    Test number
    867685222066
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft universal joints are showing signs of wear

  21. Pass228,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    228,673 miles
    Test number
    978192649173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail228,673 miles (+6,573)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,673 miles
    Test number
    778793089017
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass222,100 miles (+7,710)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    222,100 miles
    Test number
    489489664161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine oil level was low
    • NoteThe rear exhaust bracket is badly corroded

  24. Pass214,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    214,390 miles
    Test number
    905334813130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail214,390 miles (+7,113)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,390 miles
    Test number
    776842513175
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  26. Pass207,277 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    207,277 miles
    Test number
    237204102476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass201,647 miles (+5,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    201,647 miles
    Test number
    109944491098
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass195,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    195,972 miles
    Test number
    711708890087
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail195,972 miles (+8,112)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,972 miles
    Test number
    120976790041
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass187,860 miles (+6,989)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    187,860 miles
    Test number
    264161869089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass180,871 miles (+26,283)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    180,871 miles
    Test number
    490997638056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass154,588 miles (+22,687)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    154,588 miles
    Test number
    932267757062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass131,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    131,901 miles
    Test number
    564970366077
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about V68 HGS

Does V68 HGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V68 HGS is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V68 HGS?
The MOT on V68 HGS is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V68 HGS done?
V68 HGS was recorded at 247,040 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 5,604 miles a year.
Has V68 HGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V68 HGS has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V68 HGS 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 V68 HGS find?
V68 HGS passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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