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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V708 GTEMOT history

V708 GTE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 225,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2022.

V708 GTE blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2023
Mileage
225,939 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V708 GTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V708 GTE was last recorded at 225,939 miles on 7 Sept 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,938 miles · 27 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 225,939 miles
  • 2021 – 213,089 miles
  • 2020 – 203,360 miles
  • 2019 – 193,640 miles
  • 2018 – 184,389 miles
  • 2017 – 174,305 miles
  • 2016 – 164,429 miles
  • 2015 – 155,090 miles
  • 2014 – 145,413 miles
  • 2013 – 135,888 miles
  • 2012 – 125,903 miles
  • 2011 – 115,637 miles
  • 2009 – 103,651 miles
  • 2008 – 92,992 miles
  • 2007 – 82,884 miles
  • 2006 – 71,202 miles
  • 2005 – 60,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,939 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,939 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    225,939 miles
    Test number
    743335297700
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail225,938 miles (+12,849)4 dangerous19 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,938 miles
    Test number
    772152241395
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass213,089 miles (+9,729)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    213,089 miles
    Test number
    716133582536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass203,360 miles (+9,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    203,360 miles
    Test number
    813394749574
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass193,640 miles (+9,251)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    193,640 miles
    Test number
    585119313062
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass184,389 miles (+10,084)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    184,389 miles
    Test number
    712678683642
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass174,305 miles (+9,876)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    174,305 miles
    Test number
    116096260296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  8. Pass164,429 miles (+9,339)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    164,429 miles
    Test number
    313659069295
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion battery box (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  9. Pass155,090 miles (+9,677)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    155,090 miles
    Test number
    857340655061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  10. Pass145,413 miles (+9,525)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    145,413 miles
    Test number
    749333044083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  11. Pass135,888 miles (+9,985)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    135,888 miles
    Test number
    525748033049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  12. Pass125,903 miles (+10,266)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    125,903 miles
    Test number
    785710022079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  13. Pass115,637 miles (+11,986)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    115,637 miles
    Test number
    335314411063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  14. Pass103,651 miles (+10,659)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,651 miles
    Test number
    233607159310
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  15. Pass92,992 miles (+10,108)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    92,992 miles
    Test number
    911344758394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  16. Pass82,884 miles (+11,682)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    82,884 miles
    Test number
    403174457388
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  17. Pass71,202 miles (+10,886)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    980378146303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,316 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    60,316 miles
    Test number
    821544355319
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Questions about V708 GTE

Does V708 GTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V708 GTE expired on 6 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V708 GTE?
The MOT on V708 GTE expired on 6 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V708 GTE done?
V708 GTE was recorded at 225,939 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2022, an average of 9,909 miles a year.
Has V708 GTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V708 GTE has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V708 GTE 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 V708 GTE find?
V708 GTE passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2022 with 8 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 5 more.

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