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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W256 LDAMOT history

W256 LDA is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

W256 LDA red 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 20 May 2027
Mileage
160,873 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 LDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 LDA was last recorded at 160,873 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,857 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,016 miles
Average per year
4,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,873 miles
  • 2025 – 159,857 miles
  • 2024 – 156,353 miles
  • 2022 – 156,319 miles
  • 2020 – 155,755 miles
  • 2019 – 155,256 miles
  • 2018 – 155,233 miles
  • 2017 – 149,452 miles
  • 2016 – 147,525 miles
  • 2015 – 145,054 miles
  • 2014 – 142,543 miles
  • 2012 – 121,978 miles
  • 2011 – 111,749 miles
  • 2010 – 98,737 miles
  • 2009 – 88,901 miles
  • 2008 – 81,285 miles
  • 2006 – 67,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,873 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,873 miles (+1,016)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    160,873 miles
    Test number
    674299227736
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  2. Pass159,857 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,857 miles
    Test number
    875165988386
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  3. Fail159,857 miles (+3,504)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,857 miles
    Test number
    870623968823
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  4. Pass156,353 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    156,353 miles
    Test number
    899965701264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail156,346 miles (+27)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,346 miles
    Test number
    795133139821
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner and outer chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass156,319 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    156,319 miles
    Test number
    337878513214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Fail156,319 miles (+564)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,319 miles
    Test number
    540888533776
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass155,755 miles (+499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,755 miles
    Test number
    404260420277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass155,256 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,256 miles
    Test number
    917871497146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally muddy

  10. Pass155,233 miles (+5,781)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    155,233 miles
    Test number
    179628641536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder side very muddy

  11. Pass149,452 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,452 miles
    Test number
    150064972774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber is worn
    • AdvisorySlight damage to the o/s/f and o/s/r of vehicles body
    • AdvisoryVehicles chassis is quite rusty

  12. Fail149,450 miles (+2)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,450 miles
    Test number
    702660682838
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped front too rear pipe at the rear of the chassis (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber is worn
    • AdvisorySlight damage to the o/s/f and o/s/r of vehicles body
    • AdvisoryVehicles chassis is quite rusty

  13. Fail149,448 miles (+1,923)18 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,448 miles
    Test number
    556699761996
    • FailureCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail\steering box mount (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings centre cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis rails (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront grill removed at time of test
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition of chassis very rusty

  14. Pass147,525 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    147,525 miles
    Test number
    924408518148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  15. Fail147,525 miles (+2,471)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,525 miles
    Test number
    280952113490
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  16. Fail145,054 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,054 miles
    Test number
    515550615155
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  17. Pass145,054 miles (+2,511)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    145,054 miles
    Test number
    819350215103
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  18. Pass142,543 miles (+63)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    347257094023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  19. Fail142,480 miles (+20,502)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,480 miles
    Test number
    947250794085
    • 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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  20. Pass121,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,978 miles
    Test number
    256596892066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,978 miles (+10,229)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,978 miles
    Test number
    658815792023
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass111,749 miles (+13,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,749 miles
    Test number
    199948891440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass98,737 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,737 miles
    Test number
    221706900423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail98,733 miles (+9,832)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,733 miles
    Test number
    151087390455
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass88,901 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,901 miles
    Test number
    131335389488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,505 miles (+7,220)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    450078679059
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass81,285 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    81,285 miles
    Test number
    383690108109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail81,264 miles (+13,779)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    960328288099
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Pass67,485 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    67,485 miles
    Test number
    702579026150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear propshaft rear u/j worn.

Questions about W256 LDA

Does W256 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W256 LDA is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on W256 LDA?
The MOT on W256 LDA is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W256 LDA done?
W256 LDA was recorded at 160,873 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,666 miles a year.
Has W256 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 LDA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on W256 LDA 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 W256 LDA find?
W256 LDA passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm; front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside; nearside front suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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