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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V715 FCCMOT history

V715 FCC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 113,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

V715 FCC 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 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
113,509 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V715 FCC
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
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V715 FCC was last recorded at 113,509 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,500 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,509 miles
  • 2024 – 110,855 miles
  • 2023 – 108,365 miles
  • 2022 – 105,618 miles
  • 2021 – 103,213 miles
  • 2019 – 99,512 miles
  • 2018 – 95,524 miles
  • 2017 – 92,918 miles
  • 2016 – 90,231 miles
  • 2015 – 87,421 miles
  • 2014 – 84,654 miles
  • 2013 – 81,327 miles
  • 2012 – 77,003 miles
  • 2011 – 72,166 miles
  • 2010 – 70,158 miles
  • 2009 – 66,879 miles
  • 2008 – 63,496 miles
  • 2007 – 60,026 miles
  • 2006 – 57,183 miles
  • 2005 – 54,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,509 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Chassis outer rigger corroded but outside of any prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,509 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,509 miles
    Test number
    397177678872
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,500 miles (+2,645)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,500 miles
    Test number
    919975727039
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass110,855 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,855 miles
    Test number
    228483445565
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

  4. Fail110,855 miles (+14)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,855 miles
    Test number
    335500879123
    • Repaired at testFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

  5. Fail110,841 miles (+2,476)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    900191608727
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass108,365 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,365 miles
    Test number
    608487213210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,618 miles (+25)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,618 miles
    Test number
    538506929898
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis outer rigger corroded but outside of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail105,593 miles (+2,380)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,593 miles
    Test number
    338242127107
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis outer rigger corroded but outside of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass103,213 miles (+3,701)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,213 miles
    Test number
    484179283914
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe has surface corrsion
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush deteriorated

  10. Pass99,512 miles (+3,988)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,512 miles
    Test number
    116763538895
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass95,524 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    458037071799
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear shock absorber top bush

  12. Fail95,524 miles (+2,606)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    447696270467
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear shock absorber top bush

  13. Pass92,918 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,918 miles
    Test number
    208170350398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen damage not substantialy effecting drivers view of the road

  14. Fail92,916 miles (+2,685)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,916 miles
    Test number
    257510145057
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen damage not substantialy effecting drivers view of the road

  15. Pass90,231 miles (+2,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,231 miles
    Test number
    479971101801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass87,421 miles (+2,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,421 miles
    Test number
    685038325194
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass84,654 miles (+3,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    287759444471
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail81,327 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    287258343105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass81,327 miles (+4,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    497098743124
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass77,003 miles (+4,837)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,003 miles
    Test number
    998311472143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,166 miles
    Test number
    237614071111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,166 miles (+2,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,166 miles
    Test number
    325144471157
    • Repaired at testTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)

  23. Fail70,158 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    411663990212
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront turrets corroded

  24. Pass70,158 miles (+3,279)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    961583790262
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront turrets corroded

  25. Pass66,879 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,879 miles
    Test number
    431266889267
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail66,879 miles (+3,383)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,879 miles
    Test number
    594866889212
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass63,496 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    63,496 miles
    Test number
    391687198428
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail63,496 miles (+3,470)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,496 miles
    Test number
    500287098283
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass60,026 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    483089697240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail60,000 miles (+2,817)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,000 miles
    Test number
    372587897437
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  31. Pass57,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,183 miles
    Test number
    184073996212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail57,183 miles (+2,231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,183 miles
    Test number
    381043696446
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  33. Fail54,952 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,952 miles
    Test number
    314374895222
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear shockabsorber bushes slight play

  34. Pass54,952 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    54,952 miles
    Test number
    482254295236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear shockabsorber bushes slight play

Questions about V715 FCC

Does V715 FCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V715 FCC is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V715 FCC?
The MOT on V715 FCC is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V715 FCC done?
V715 FCC was recorded at 113,509 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,918 miles a year.
Has V715 FCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V715 FCC has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V715 FCC 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 V715 FCC find?
V715 FCC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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