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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

VGF 253MOT history

VGF 253 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Aug 1994. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 189,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

VGF 253 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 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
189,971 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VGF 253
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VGF 253 was last recorded at 189,971 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 6,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,187 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,784 miles
Average per year
2,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,971 miles
  • 2025 – 183,187 miles
  • 2024 – 178,564 miles
  • 2022 – 177,711 miles
  • 2021 – 173,989 miles
  • 2020 – 170,029 miles
  • 2019 – 167,790 miles
  • 2018 – 165,690 miles
  • 2017 – 162,850 miles
  • 2016 – 159,248 miles
  • 2015 – 156,070 miles
  • 2014 – 152,864 miles
  • 2013 – 149,933 miles
  • 2012 – 147,923 miles
  • 2011 – 146,434 miles
  • 2010 – 145,064 miles
  • 2009 – 142,294 miles
  • 2008 – 140,118 miles
  • 2007 – 133,663 miles
  • 2006 – 129,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,971 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Clutch pedal rubber missing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass189,971 miles (+6,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    189,971 miles
    Test number
    304548797719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass183,187 miles (+4,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    183,187 miles
    Test number
    554226670188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,564 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    178,564 miles
    Test number
    751232051217
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock mount rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft UJ worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal antislip missing

  4. Fail178,564 miles (+853)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,564 miles
    Test number
    281881637905
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock mount rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft UJ worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal antislip missing

  5. Pass177,711 miles (+24)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    177,711 miles
    Test number
    479759232673
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front turrett top rusted and repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  6. Fail177,687 miles (+3,698)7 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,687 miles
    Test number
    566192341142
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front turrett top rusted and repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  7. Pass173,989 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,989 miles
    Test number
    385603981942
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body outrigger in poor condition..
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body outrigger in poor condition
    • AdvisoryChassis getting rusted..
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti-slip missing ..

  8. Fail173,989 miles (+3,960)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,989 miles
    Test number
    195137599845
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body outrigger in poor condition..
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body outrigger in poor condition
    • AdvisoryChassis getting rusted..
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti-slip missing ..

  9. Pass170,029 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    170,029 miles
    Test number
    172983300173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  10. Fail170,029 miles (+2,239)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,029 miles
    Test number
    444343390691
    • MajorFront Body component corroded and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod 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 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  11. Pass167,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    167,790 miles
    Test number
    316245945351
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail167,790 miles (+2,100)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,790 miles
    Test number
    371077390812
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass165,690 miles (+2,840)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    165,690 miles
    Test number
    579007607351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass162,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    162,850 miles
    Test number
    454050114673
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn

  15. Fail162,850 miles (+3,602)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,850 miles
    Test number
    828481233883
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested no tail pipe (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section missing (7.1.2)

  16. Pass159,248 miles (+43)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    159,248 miles
    Test number
    802018236950
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal p/s box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp retainer rings rusty
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  17. Fail159,205 miles (+3,135)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,205 miles
    Test number
    235290409000
    • DangerousFront front prop shaft u/j excessive wear
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal p/s box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp retainer rings rusty
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  18. Pass156,070 miles (+3,206)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    156,070 miles
    Test number
    525112135106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight leak on steering box

  19. Pass152,864 miles (+20)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    152,864 miles
    Test number
    339270334121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront prop worn
    • NoteN/s front chassis slight rusting

  20. Fail152,844 miles (+2,911)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,844 miles
    Test number
    487867324108
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront prop worn
    • NoteN/s front chassis slight rusting

  21. Pass149,933 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    149,933 miles
    Test number
    535129223169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteLeak on clutch master cylinder
    • NoteReverse light cracked

  22. Fail149,933 miles (+2,010)5 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,933 miles
    Test number
    299587223135
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteLeak on clutch master cylinder
    • NoteReverse light cracked

  23. Pass147,923 miles (+21)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    147,923 miles
    Test number
    288812332494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight leak from steering box
    • NoteSlight wear on brake pedal rubber

  24. Fail147,902 miles (+1,468)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,902 miles
    Test number
    277300832479
    • FailureCentre Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight wear on brake pedal rubber

  25. Pass146,434 miles (+64)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    146,434 miles
    Test number
    916299421133
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth headlamp retaining rings rusty
    • NoteChassis getting rusty
    • NoteClutch pedel rubber missing
    • NoteRear crossmember rusty

  26. Fail146,370 miles (+1,306)8 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,370 miles
    Test number
    238434121462
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth headlamp retaining rings rusty
    • NoteChassis getting rusty
    • NoteClutch pedel rubber missing
    • NoteRear crossmember rusty

  27. Pass145,064 miles (+2,770)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    145,064 miles
    Test number
    492371830157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  28. Pass142,294 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    142,294 miles
    Test number
    561142639102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear cross member rusted

  29. Fail142,294 miles (+2,176)5 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,294 miles
    Test number
    182573819149
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteRear crossmember holed
    • NoteSlight wear in front propshaft splines
    • NoteSlight wear on brake pedal antislip

  30. Pass140,118 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    191269608187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear crossmember rusted

  31. Fail140,118 miles (+6,455)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    880619208161
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s blade split
    • NoteRear crossmember rusted

  32. Fail133,663 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,663 miles
    Test number
    333223817112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear crossmember holed

  33. Pass133,663 miles (+4,506)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    133,663 miles
    Test number
    934063217182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear crossmember holed

  34. Pass129,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    129,157 miles
    Test number
    801604416123
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about VGF 253

What vehicle is registration VGF 253 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VGF 253 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Aug 1994. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VGF 253 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VGF 253 is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on VGF 253?
The MOT on VGF 253 is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VGF 253 done?
VGF 253 was recorded at 189,971 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,977 miles a year.
Has VGF 253 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VGF 253 has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on VGF 253 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 VGF 253 find?
VGF 253 passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear bump stop missing; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small hole; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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