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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V698 LDMMOT history

V698 LDM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 207,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

V698 LDM 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 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
207,720 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V698 LDM
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
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V698 LDM was last recorded at 207,720 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,719 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,720 miles
  • 2025 – 204,959 miles
  • 2024 – 201,768 miles
  • 2023 – 197,702 miles
  • 2022 – 194,940 miles
  • 2021 – 191,987 miles
  • 2020 – 189,071 miles
  • 2018 – 182,369 miles
  • 2017 – 176,116 miles
  • 2016 – 170,642 miles
  • 2015 – 166,340 miles
  • 2014 – 158,880 miles
  • 2013 – 151,756 miles
  • 2012 – 145,497 miles
  • 2011 – 136,981 miles
  • 2010 – 128,963 miles
  • 2009 – 117,687 miles
  • 2008 – 104,213 miles
  • 2007 – 91,570 miles
  • 2006 – 78,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,720 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering wheel cover loose from steering wheel frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,720 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    207,720 miles
    Test number
    928649757380
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail207,719 miles (+2,760)2 dangerous7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,719 miles
    Test number
    637447184334
    • DangerousDrag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment at steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure filter housing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass204,959 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    204,959 miles
    Test number
    116702472400
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel cover loose from steering wheel frame

  4. Fail204,959 miles (+3,191)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,959 miles
    Test number
    963356529819
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel cover loose from steering wheel frame

  5. Pass201,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    201,768 miles
    Test number
    590644912332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail201,768 miles (+4,066)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,768 miles
    Test number
    871872387090
    • DangerousRear Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass197,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    197,702 miles
    Test number
    249761884797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail197,702 miles (+2,762)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,702 miles
    Test number
    274540282042
    • DangerousEngine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass194,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    194,940 miles
    Test number
    870056720065
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  10. Fail194,940 miles (+2,953)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,940 miles
    Test number
    295623211449
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  11. Pass191,987 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    191,987 miles
    Test number
    345720154760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail191,985 miles (+2,914)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,985 miles
    Test number
    908118868377
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NOW ! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NOW! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear TYRES CRACKED

  13. Pass189,071 miles (+6,702)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    189,071 miles
    Test number
    134451149763
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass182,369 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    182,369 miles
    Test number
    439569280123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass176,116 miles (+5,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    176,116 miles
    Test number
    474084744330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub slight leak

  16. Pass170,642 miles (+4,302)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    170,642 miles
    Test number
    870696729709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight noise starting (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering damper deformed but serviceable rubber bush (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass166,340 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    166,340 miles
    Test number
    626515167537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass158,880 miles (+7,124)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    158,880 miles
    Test number
    755694004255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass151,756 miles (+6,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    151,756 miles
    Test number
    427215423262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass145,497 miles (+8,516)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    145,497 miles
    Test number
    115003812355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass136,981 miles (+8,018)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    136,981 miles
    Test number
    908477101393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail128,963 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,963 miles
    Test number
    361342280294
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass128,963 miles (+11,276)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    128,963 miles
    Test number
    863402080276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass117,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    117,687 miles
    Test number
    332716269470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail117,687 miles (+13,474)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,687 miles
    Test number
    574706169290
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has split on side wall

  26. Pass104,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    104,213 miles
    Test number
    510629948273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail104,213 miles (+12,643)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,213 miles
    Test number
    954729248275
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass91,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    654942947275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail91,570 miles (+12,801)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    570632747227
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass78,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,769 miles
    Test number
    790601236299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    731200636288
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  32. Pass74,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    280099986049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail74,127 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    964679886090
    • Repaired at testSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V698 LDM

Does V698 LDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V698 LDM is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V698 LDM?
The MOT on V698 LDM is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V698 LDM done?
V698 LDM was recorded at 207,720 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 6,578 miles a year.
Has V698 LDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V698 LDM has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V698 LDM 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 V698 LDM find?
V698 LDM passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside side repeater insecure; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes, and 2 more.

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