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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V702 ESLMOT history

V702 ESL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V702 ESL 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 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,278 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V702 ESL
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V702 ESL was last recorded at 115,278 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Sept 2008: 98,727 miles, lower than 987,258 miles on 19 Sept 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
114,374 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
904 miles
Average per year
1,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,278 miles
  • 2025 – 114,374 miles
  • 2024 – 112,792 miles
  • 2023 – 112,137 miles
  • 2022 – 111,666 miles
  • 2021 – 110,833 miles
  • 2020 – 110,547 miles
  • 2019 – 109,775 miles
  • 2018 – 108,530 miles
  • 2017 – 107,605 miles
  • 2015 – 106,703 miles
  • 2014 – 105,959 miles
  • 2013 – 105,128 miles
  • 2012 – 104,135 miles
  • 2011 – 102,927 miles
  • 2010 – 101,997 miles
  • 2009 – 100,648 miles
  • 2008 – 98,727 miles
  • 2007 – 96,119 miles
  • 2006 – 89,294 miles
  • 2005 – 81,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,278 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at box drop link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Corrosion of chassis front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,278 miles (+904)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    693319918168
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at box drop link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass114,374 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    114,374 miles
    Test number
    470399008435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,792 miles (+655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,792 miles
    Test number
    675193520796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass112,137 miles (+471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    471006924524
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete and heavily undersealed (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  5. Pass111,666 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,666 miles
    Test number
    996747144056
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at cross member (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail111,664 miles (+831)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,664 miles
    Test number
    393309342055
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at gearbox cross member as marked in 2 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at gearbox cross member in 2 places as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at cross member (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass110,833 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,833 miles
    Test number
    293577494660
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of chassis front to rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of steering and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight brake pull to nearsides

  8. Fail110,831 miles (+284)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,831 miles
    Test number
    818807636043
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of chassis front to rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of steering and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight brake pull to nearsides

  9. Pass110,547 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2021
    Odometer
    110,547 miles
    Test number
    934674949713
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower clutch pip corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail110,545 miles (+770)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,545 miles
    Test number
    703345953173
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower clutch pip corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass109,775 miles (+1,245)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2020
    Odometer
    109,775 miles
    Test number
    533339021159
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass108,530 miles (+925)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,530 miles
    Test number
    705892886009
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass107,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,605 miles
    Test number
    816044349188
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail107,601 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    271021623493
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Fail107,601 miles (+898)5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    589876824755
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn Rear
    • AdvisoryReverse light broken
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTail door corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass106,703 miles (+744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,703 miles
    Test number
    230474234706
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront bushes near and off side slight play

  17. Pass105,959 miles (+9)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,959 miles
    Test number
    745063354395
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail105,950 miles (+822)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,950 miles
    Test number
    719021654326
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail105,128 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    718842653398
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass105,128 miles (+993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    857652853302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass104,135 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,135 miles
    Test number
    576684822323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail104,135 miles (+1,208)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,135 miles
    Test number
    735568312372
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass102,927 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,927 miles
    Test number
    126161711396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass101,997 miles (+1,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    162057270240
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  25. Pass100,648 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,648 miles
    Test number
    713401379238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass98,727 miles (-888,531)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,727 miles
    Test number
    971547568291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail987,258 miles (+891,139)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    987,258 miles
    Test number
    920933268224
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail96,119 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,119 miles
    Test number
    483239637241
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  29. Pass96,119 miles (+6,825)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,119 miles
    Test number
    891149037215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  30. Pass89,294 miles (+7,824)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    89,294 miles
    Test number
    991081326229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass81,470 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    81,470 miles
    Test number
    351310135222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail81,261 miles9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    964153125273
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V702 ESL

Does V702 ESL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V702 ESL is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V702 ESL?
The MOT on V702 ESL is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V702 ESL done?
V702 ESL was recorded at 115,278 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 1,614 miles a year.
Has V702 ESL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V702 ESL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V702 ESL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V702 ESL find?
V702 ESL passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at box drop link; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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