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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W228 LDKMOT history

W228 LDK is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 166,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

W228 LDK 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 2 May 2027
Mileage
166,739 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 LDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 LDK was last recorded at 166,739 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,172 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
5,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,739 miles
  • 2025 – 165,172 miles
  • 2024 – 164,154 miles
  • 2022 – 163,191 miles
  • 2021 – 161,467 miles
  • 2020 – 156,984 miles
  • 2019 – 151,738 miles
  • 2018 – 147,715 miles
  • 2017 – 142,493 miles
  • 2016 – 136,520 miles
  • 2015 – 131,393 miles
  • 2014 – 125,970 miles
  • 2013 – 120,024 miles
  • 2012 – 111,592 miles
  • 2011 – 104,625 miles
  • 2010 – 95,734 miles
  • 2009 – 87,676 miles
  • 2008 – 79,008 miles
  • 2007 – 69,778 miles
  • 2006 – 61,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,739 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both o/s n/s rears

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel tank slightly loose rear support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn also leaking grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,739 miles (+1,567)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    166,739 miles
    Test number
    754110557083
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass165,172 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    165,172 miles
    Test number
    654145142437
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail165,172 miles (+1,018)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,172 miles
    Test number
    980703396450
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass164,154 miles (+60)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    164,154 miles
    Test number
    677663698567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail164,094 miles (+903)4 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,094 miles
    Test number
    235094991813
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision outrigger/seatbelt support (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached by tank (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected middle chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected both o/s n/s front tie bar supports (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both o/s n/s rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outrigger/seatbelt support (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and leaking (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass163,191 miles (+1,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    163,191 miles
    Test number
    482767490382
    • AdvisorySurface rusting to underside of vehicle

  7. Pass161,467 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    161,467 miles
    Test number
    526201362117
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose rear support corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn also leaking grease (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail161,466 miles (+4,482)4 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,466 miles
    Test number
    468176748726
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring support (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis rail by tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged on axle (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose rear support corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn also leaking grease (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass156,984 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,984 miles
    Test number
    526132805220
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail156,984 miles (+5,246)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,984 miles
    Test number
    646970079778
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached rear box missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass151,738 miles (+4,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,738 miles
    Test number
    491405510454
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth axle swivel joints leaking slightly

  12. Pass147,715 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    147,715 miles
    Test number
    567181250610
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail147,714 miles (+5,221)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,714 miles
    Test number
    960671211065
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both o/s n/s rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both o/s n/s front pipes going into brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both o/s n/s rears on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass142,493 miles (+5,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    142,493 miles
    Test number
    800115781892
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded N/s front to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPassenger floor starting to split
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass136,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    136,520 miles
    Test number
    553358835807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail136,520 miles (+5,127)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,520 miles
    Test number
    758772153621
    • DangerousStatutory seat belt missing Unable to check centre belt (5.1.1)
    • DangerousVehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross member full length (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Top of centre chassis forward of rear wheel (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high Head light insecure (1.8)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryO/S G bar bushes starting to perish

  17. Pass131,393 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    131,393 miles
    Test number
    135710069554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail131,385 miles (+5,415)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,385 miles
    Test number
    994332823542
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis by cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass125,970 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    125,970 miles
    Test number
    418959144465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,024 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,024 miles
    Test number
    488984543496
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear cross member corroded

  21. Pass120,024 miles (+8,432)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    120,024 miles
    Test number
    816844043303
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear cross member corroded

  22. Pass111,592 miles (+6,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,592 miles
    Test number
    538130142342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass104,625 miles (+8,891)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    104,625 miles
    Test number
    575672341385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,734 miles (+8,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    95,734 miles
    Test number
    170782320343
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass87,676 miles (+8,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    87,676 miles
    Test number
    952661829358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass79,008 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    153268538340
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes have slight play

  27. Fail79,008 miles (+9,230)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    184328838320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes have slight play

  28. Pass69,778 miles (+7,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    69,778 miles
    Test number
    534945227377
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass61,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,820 miles
    Test number
    403446346394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail61,820 miles (+4,879)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,820 miles
    Test number
    272795846361
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

  31. Fail56,941 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    323285426126
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass56,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    683965426186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 LDK

Does W228 LDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W228 LDK is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on W228 LDK?
The MOT on W228 LDK is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W228 LDK done?
W228 LDK was recorded at 166,739 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 5,500 miles a year.
Has W228 LDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 LDK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on W228 LDK 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 W228 LDK find?
W228 LDK passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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