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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V705 WBWMOT history

V705 WBW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

V705 WBW 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 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,970 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V705 WBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V705 WBW was last recorded at 71,970 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,268 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,702 miles
Average per year
2,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,970 miles
  • 2025 – 69,268 miles
  • 2024 – 68,334 miles
  • 2023 – 67,412 miles
  • 2022 – 66,845 miles
  • 2018 – 66,644 miles
  • 2017 – 65,653 miles
  • 2016 – 64,197 miles
  • 2015 – 62,506 miles
  • 2014 – 61,110 miles
  • 2013 – 58,793 miles
  • 2012 – 56,826 miles
  • 2011 – 55,609 miles
  • 2010 – 53,901 miles
  • 2009 – 48,745 miles
  • 2008 – 42,415 miles
  • 2007 – 35,256 miles
  • 2006 – 28,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,970 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear axle support ball joint has very slight play

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.

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,970 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,970 miles
    Test number
    581278315006
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear axle support ball joint has very slight play

  2. Pass69,268 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,268 miles
    Test number
    652131793478
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail69,267 miles (+933)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,267 miles
    Test number
    152453191465
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass68,334 miles (+922)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,334 miles
    Test number
    117812890830
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,412 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,412 miles
    Test number
    665184932053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,845 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    66,845 miles
    Test number
    782663807225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    260452955907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,644 miles (+991)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    457328570788
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,653 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    602624532158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,197 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,197 miles
    Test number
    824894304769
    • AdvisoryAdvise only o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Fail64,197 miles (+1,691)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,197 miles
    Test number
    401540711469
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise only o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass62,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    270065021261
    • AdvisoryAdvise only n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail62,506 miles (+1,396)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    309425781816
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise only n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass61,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    386470434250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,110 miles (+2,317)6 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    386775324492
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass58,793 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    195905823235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,792 miles (+1,966)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,792 miles
    Test number
    307861523298
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  18. Pass56,826 miles (+1,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,826 miles
    Test number
    349977222487
    • NoteAdvise only all tyre walls cracked but not showing cords

  19. Pass55,609 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,609 miles
    Test number
    468233021256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,901 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,901 miles
    Test number
    611762930285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,745 miles (+6,330)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,745 miles
    Test number
    381163729260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,415 miles (+7,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,415 miles
    Test number
    330945148492
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass35,256 miles (+6,476)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,256 miles
    Test number
    614195537245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,780 miles
    Test number
    302236536442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V705 WBW

Does V705 WBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V705 WBW is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V705 WBW?
The MOT on V705 WBW is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V705 WBW done?
V705 WBW was recorded at 71,970 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 2,221 miles a year.
Has V705 WBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V705 WBW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V705 WBW 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 V705 WBW find?
V705 WBW passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round; central rear axle support ball joint has very slight play.

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