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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W465 RDSMOT history

W465 RDS is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 223,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

W465 RDS white 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 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
223,690 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W465 RDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W465 RDS was last recorded at 223,690 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,687 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,690 miles
  • 2025 – 218,569 miles
  • 2024 – 217,982 miles
  • 2022 – 215,324 miles
  • 2021 – 211,837 miles
  • 2020 – 208,787 miles
  • 2019 – 201,635 miles
  • 2018 – 193,526 miles
  • 2017 – 187,260 miles
  • 2016 – 179,958 miles
  • 2015 – 169,463 miles
  • 2014 – 161,923 miles
  • 2013 – 158,106 miles
  • 2012 – 155,179 miles
  • 2011 – 151,777 miles
  • 2010 – 147,701 miles
  • 2009 – 140,459 miles
  • 2008 – 130,920 miles
  • 2007 – 121,487 miles
  • 2006 – 113,862 miles
  • 2005 – 108,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,690 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • 1 bulb out in number plate lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside wiper blade starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,690 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    223,690 miles
    Test number
    967815118871
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail223,687 miles (+5,118)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,687 miles
    Test number
    468262463519
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass218,569 miles (+587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    218,569 miles
    Test number
    884255338327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass217,982 miles (+2,658)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    217,982 miles
    Test number
    497665108190
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively of rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass215,324 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    215,324 miles
    Test number
    464781863830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front of (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Fail215,322 miles (+3,485)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,322 miles
    Test number
    997212601977
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front of (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass211,837 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    211,837 miles
    Test number
    804953084223
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass208,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    208,787 miles
    Test number
    934120315549
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Fail208,787 miles (+7,152)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,787 miles
    Test number
    288219131281
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass201,635 miles (+8,109)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    201,635 miles
    Test number
    251051462464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass193,526 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    193,526 miles
    Test number
    534956152136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass187,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    187,260 miles
    Test number
    447550345986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail187,260 miles (+7,302)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,260 miles
    Test number
    406172504751
    • FailureFront Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section missing (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn rear uj

  14. Pass179,958 miles (+10,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    179,958 miles
    Test number
    363067774827
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  15. Pass169,463 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    169,463 miles
    Test number
    982063151858
    • Advisory1 bulb out in number plate lamp
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rear uj worn

  16. Fail169,463 miles (+7,540)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,463 miles
    Test number
    156632149414
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint locking device insecure pinch bolt (2.1.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking at steering box unable to determine where (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped both on axle (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • Advisory1 bulb out in number plate lamp
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rear uj worn

  17. Pass161,923 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    161,923 miles
    Test number
    796825954250
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail161,921 miles (+3,815)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,921 miles
    Test number
    377472354220
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass158,106 miles23 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    158,106 miles
    Test number
    778590163299
    • NoteBody panels insecure
    • NoteChassis and outriggers corroded
    • NoteChassis corroded and repaired
    • NoteChassis corroded at rear spring mounts
    • NoteDrivers door carroded
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pipes very corroded (advise replacment)
    • NoteFront crash bar damaged
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteLoose wiring at roof
    • NoteNearside front tyre 4mm
    • NoteNearside wiper arm loose
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3.5mm
    • NotePlay in both nearside suspension arm bushes
    • NotePlay in nearside steering ball bearings
    • NotePlay in offside suspension arm bushes
    • NotePlay in pan hard rod bushes
    • NoteRear view mirror loose
    • NoteSteering box damp
    • NoteSteering wheel perished
    • NoteWiring loose under bonnet

  20. Fail158,106 miles (+2,927)2 failures23 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,106 miles
    Test number
    468199453207
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteBody panels insecure
    • NoteChassis and outriggers corroded
    • NoteChassis corroded and repaired
    • NoteChassis corroded at rear spring mounts
    • NoteDrivers door carroded
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pipes very corroded (advise replacment)
    • NoteFront crash bar damaged
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteLoose wiring at roof
    • NoteNearside front tyre 4mm
    • NoteNearside wiper arm loose
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3.5mm
    • NotePlay in both nearside suspension arm bushes
    • NotePlay in nearside steering ball bearings
    • NotePlay in offside suspension arm bushes
    • NotePlay in pan hard rod bushes
    • NoteRear view mirror loose
    • NoteSteering box damp
    • NoteSteering wheel perished
    • NoteWiring loose under bonnet

  21. Pass155,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    155,179 miles
    Test number
    839255752211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail155,179 miles (+3,402)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,179 miles
    Test number
    668604052247
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass151,777 miles (+35)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    151,777 miles
    Test number
    239682061229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroded

  24. Fail151,742 miles (+4,041)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,742 miles
    Test number
    696982541206
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroded

  25. Pass147,701 miles (+33)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    147,701 miles
    Test number
    903894610396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front inner bulkhead corroded at clutch flexi mount

  26. Fail147,668 miles (+7,209)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,668 miles
    Test number
    871948900350
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front inner bulkhead corroded at clutch flexi mount

  27. Pass140,459 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    140,459 miles
    Test number
    402190419415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail140,380 miles (+9,460)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,380 miles
    Test number
    884928109366
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass130,920 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    130,920 miles
    Test number
    434057718333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail130,902 miles (+9,415)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,902 miles
    Test number
    840762118306
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  31. Pass121,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    121,487 miles
    Test number
    540300317342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail121,485 miles (+7,623)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,485 miles
    Test number
    293090717327
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass113,862 miles (+5,639)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    113,862 miles
    Test number
    232460916391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass108,223 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    108,223 miles
    Test number
    103088105321
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

Questions about W465 RDS

Does W465 RDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W465 RDS is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W465 RDS?
The MOT on W465 RDS is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W465 RDS done?
W465 RDS was recorded at 223,690 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,650 miles a year.
Has W465 RDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W465 RDS has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on W465 RDS 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 W465 RDS find?
W465 RDS passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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