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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V715 WBWMOT history

V715 WBW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

V715 WBW 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 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,601 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V715 WBW
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
2 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V715 WBW was last recorded at 68,601 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 2,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,876 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,725 miles
Average per year
2,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,601 miles
  • 2025 – 65,876 miles
  • 2024 – 64,738 miles
  • 2023 – 63,161 miles
  • 2022 – 61,335 miles
  • 2021 – 59,941 miles
  • 2020 – 58,441 miles
  • 2019 – 57,183 miles
  • 2018 – 56,064 miles
  • 2017 – 54,931 miles
  • 2016 – 53,380 miles
  • 2015 – 51,954 miles
  • 2014 – 51,047 miles
  • 2013 – 48,494 miles
  • 2012 – 47,150 miles
  • 2011 – 40,967 miles
  • 2010 – 37,592 miles
  • 2009 – 30,083 miles
  • 2008 – 26,616 miles
  • 2007 – 23,765 miles
  • 2006 – 19,912 miles
  • 2005 – 16,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,601 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FRONT+REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,601 miles (+2,725)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,601 miles
    Test number
    644197357307
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FRONT+REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass65,876 miles (+1,138)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    65,876 miles
    Test number
    687280168325
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryFront and rear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass64,738 miles (+1,577)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    64,738 miles
    Test number
    385387228790
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both hub seals are leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Differential leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential leaking

  4. Pass63,161 miles (+1,826)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    63,161 miles
    Test number
    314958654834
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass61,335 miles (+1,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,335 miles
    Test number
    213411102254
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside and Offside front seat belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing and are 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass59,941 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    362079661365
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are 9 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail59,939 miles (+1,498)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,939 miles
    Test number
    937713489313
    • MajorEmissions not tested DUE TO FUEL LEAK (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR ON OFFSIDE REAR OF CYLINDER HEAD (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are 9 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass58,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,441 miles
    Test number
    729523524340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,441 miles (+1,258)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,441 miles
    Test number
    391030367752
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working BULB HOLDER REQUIRED (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass57,183 miles (+1,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,183 miles
    Test number
    458013189645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turrett (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SHOCK ABSORBER TURRETT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass56,064 miles (+1,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    544839241158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,931 miles (+1,551)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    432886153813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,380 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,380 miles
    Test number
    296905555884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,954 miles (+907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,954 miles
    Test number
    771931187530
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering drop arm ball joint and steering shock absorber bushes

  15. Pass51,047 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,047 miles
    Test number
    708577244233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,494 miles (+1,344)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    735199213239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  17. Pass47,150 miles (+6,183)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,150 miles
    Test number
    557578032248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to perish on side walls

  18. Pass40,967 miles (+3,375)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,967 miles
    Test number
    115839041219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCoolant level low [ 1 litre of antifreeze added ]

  19. Pass37,592 miles (+7,509)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,592 miles
    Test number
    763718830212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,083 miles (+3,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    30,083 miles
    Test number
    882084849269
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to perish

  21. Pass26,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,616 miles
    Test number
    394685348266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,616 miles (+2,851)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,616 miles
    Test number
    394435348254
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  23. Pass23,765 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,765 miles
    Test number
    794423847248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,912 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,912 miles
    Test number
    900689026288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    16,513 miles
    Test number
    741292645240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V715 WBW

Does V715 WBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V715 WBW is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V715 WBW?
The MOT on V715 WBW is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V715 WBW done?
V715 WBW was recorded at 68,601 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,473 miles a year.
Has V715 WBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V715 WBW has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V715 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 V715 WBW find?
V715 WBW passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive front+rear diff; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement os+ns, and 1 more.

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