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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,395 cc

VS 5812MOT history

VS 5812 is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 78,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

VS 5812 grey 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 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
78,147 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VS 5812
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VS 5812 was last recorded at 78,147 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,699 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
448 miles
Average per year
2,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,147 miles
  • 2024 – 77,699 miles
  • 2021 – 72,965 miles
  • 2020 – 69,013 miles
  • 2018 – 68,966 miles
  • 2017 – 64,296 miles
  • 2016 – 61,502 miles
  • 2015 – 55,548 miles
  • 2014 – 46,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,147 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear rigid brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Function ok but casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

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 Inner Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing but still functions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Below Master cylinder at attachment clip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged where been shut in door catch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,147 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    796553299614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear rigid brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Function ok but casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Fail78,147 miles (+448)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    517251811902
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Not adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Not adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded From hose under chassis to master cylinder bubble paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear rigid brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Function ok but casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass77,699 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,699 miles
    Test number
    206170576185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing but still functions (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Below Master cylinder at attachment clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail77,696 miles (+4,731)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    283618730307
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing but still functions (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall cracked / tyre over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Below Master cylinder at attachment clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall cracked / tyre over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ hose connection (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass72,965 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,965 miles
    Test number
    480791591417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged where been shut in door catch (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged buckle casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged where been shut in door catch (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail72,957 miles (+3,944)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,957 miles
    Test number
    584202420858
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe in 2 places as chalked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel leak at filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged where been shut in door catch (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged buckle casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged where been shut in door catch (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass69,013 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,013 miles
    Test number
    998274707405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,966 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,966 miles
    Test number
    677880111092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,296 miles
    Test number
    656399467531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,296 miles (+2,794)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,296 miles
    Test number
    197751326634
    • FailureWindscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

  11. Pass61,502 miles (+5,954)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,502 miles
    Test number
    425038572260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,548 miles
    Test number
    613464949323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,548 miles (+9,269)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,548 miles
    Test number
    231843121443
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHand brake has long travel

  14. Pass46,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    476520144423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,279 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    527930744380
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about VS 5812

What vehicle is registration VS 5812 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VS 5812 on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Nov 2011. 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 VS 5812 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VS 5812 is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on VS 5812?
The MOT on VS 5812 is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VS 5812 done?
VS 5812 was recorded at 78,147 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 2,920 miles a year.
Has VS 5812 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VS 5812 has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on VS 5812 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 VS 5812 find?
VS 5812 passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear rigid brake pipes; nearside front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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