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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V721 GBLMOT history

V721 GBL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 218,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2023.

V721 GBL green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2023
Mileage
218,430 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V721 GBL
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
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V721 GBL was last recorded at 218,430 miles on 9 Nov 2023, 12,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,330 miles · 4 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
12,100 miles
Average per year
7,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 218,430 miles
  • 2022 – 206,330 miles
  • 2021 – 196,068 miles
  • 2020 – 179,823 miles
  • 2019 – 161,416 miles
  • 2018 – 143,903 miles
  • 2017 – 139,529 miles
  • 2016 – 135,238 miles
  • 2015 – 129,057 miles
  • 2014 – 124,020 miles
  • 2013 – 118,327 miles
  • 2012 – 113,191 miles
  • 2011 – 108,399 miles
  • 2010 – 103,983 miles
  • 2009 – 100,328 miles
  • 2008 – 94,693 miles
  • 2007 – 89,401 miles
  • 2005 – 79,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail218,430 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush steering damper (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis next to spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn hub oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Chassis area's corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil residue engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil residue rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering arm ball joint dust cover is deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail218,430 miles (+12,100)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,430 miles
    Test number
    926218850487
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush steering damper (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis next to spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass206,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    206,330 miles
    Test number
    351355343914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail206,330 miles (+10,262)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,330 miles
    Test number
    844061100073
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass196,068 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    196,068 miles
    Test number
    739706684624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn hub oil leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail196,018 miles (+16,195)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,018 miles
    Test number
    821957483997
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. catalytic converter missing (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn covered in oil (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn hub oil leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,823 miles (+83)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    179,823 miles
    Test number
    812013319431
    • AdvisoryChassis area's corroding
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine area
    • AdvisoryOil residue rear axle
    • AdvisorySteering arm ball joint dust cover is deteriorating

  7. Fail179,740 miles (+18,324)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,740 miles
    Test number
    253861584716
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis area's corroding
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine area
    • AdvisoryOil residue rear axle
    • AdvisorySteering arm ball joint dust cover is deteriorating

  8. Pass161,416 miles (+17,513)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    161,416 miles
    Test number
    907170555007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,903 miles
    Test number
    668218791156
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail143,903 miles (+4,374)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,903 miles
    Test number
    131300248815
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass139,529 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    139,529 miles
    Test number
    798051441571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,238 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    135,238 miles
    Test number
    944781885976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront track rod ends rubbers dust covers perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Fail135,236 miles (+6,179)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,236 miles
    Test number
    150993152472
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner to outer (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront track rod ends rubbers dust covers perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass129,057 miles (+5,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,057 miles
    Test number
    397967555095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass124,020 miles (+5,693)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,020 miles
    Test number
    166654184476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,327 miles (+5,136)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    118,327 miles
    Test number
    976137473047
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  17. Pass113,191 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,191 miles
    Test number
    149157902170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,399 miles (+4,416)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    108,399 miles
    Test number
    629913701116
    • NoteBrake pipes very rusty and weak
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront hub seals leaking
    • NoteRear shocker bushes worn

  19. Pass103,983 miles (+3,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    760810310107
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  20. Pass100,328 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    100,328 miles
    Test number
    332056009154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,693 miles (+5,292)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,693 miles
    Test number
    171515388034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,401 miles (+9,977)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    89,401 miles
    Test number
    793887007168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    79,424 miles
    Test number
    280811995281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,424 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,424 miles
    Test number
    513791995278
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about V721 GBL

Does V721 GBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V721 GBL expired on 8 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V721 GBL?
The MOT on V721 GBL expired on 8 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V721 GBL done?
V721 GBL was recorded at 218,430 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2023, an average of 7,697 miles a year.
Has V721 GBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V721 GBL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V721 GBL 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 V721 GBL find?
V721 GBL failed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect and 8 major defects: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; front shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush steering damper, and 6 more.

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