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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W5 GNWMOT history

W5 GNW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 175,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

W5 GNW blue 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 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
175,993 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 GNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 GNW was last recorded at 175,993 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,986 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,993 miles
  • 2024 – 174,906 miles
  • 2023 – 171,265 miles
  • 2022 – 165,966 miles
  • 2021 – 161,820 miles
  • 2020 – 157,131 miles
  • 2019 – 142,880 miles
  • 2018 – 137,219 miles
  • 2016 – 128,697 miles
  • 2015 – 120,717 miles
  • 2014 – 104,704 miles
  • 2013 – 97,648 miles
  • 2011 – 90,033 miles
  • 2010 – 86,957 miles
  • 2009 – 83,197 miles
  • 2008 – 73,935 miles
  • 2007 – 69,469 miles
  • 2006 – 62,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,993 miles
  • AdvisoryFront steering gas shock absorber bush worn (play detected)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle and various componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corrosive (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside rear Bump stop missing (Chassis mounting bump stop overlap corroded)Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside front Chassis area corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front (upper) coil spring mountings corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front steering linkage damper has a worn bush (play detected)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,993 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    175,993 miles
    Test number
    191773128922
    • AdvisoryFront steering gas shock absorber bush worn (play detected)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle and various components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corrosive (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Bump stop missing (Chassis mounting bump stop overlap corroded)
  2. Fail175,986 miles (+1,080)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,986 miles
    Test number
    378757180695
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Central chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Central chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning Power steering box leaking fluid (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum level
    • AdvisoryFront steering gas shock absorber bush worn (play detected)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle and various components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corrosive (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Central rear chassis (out-rigger post) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Bump stop missing (Chassis mounting bump stop overlap corroded)
  3. Pass174,906 miles (+3,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    174,906 miles
    Test number
    572648986065
    • AdvisoryBoth front (upper) spring mounts corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass171,265 miles (+395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    171,265 miles
    Test number
    880194008615
    • AdvisoryNearside front Chassis area corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front Chassis area corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box area (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Fail170,870 miles (+4,904)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,870 miles
    Test number
    702903037418
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis area corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Pass165,966 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    165,966 miles
    Test number
    978267864993
    • AdvisoryBoth front (upper) coil spring mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryFront steering linkage damper has a worn bush (play detected)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryPossible P.A.S. leaking from a seal/pipe/component?
  7. Fail165,966 miles (+4,146)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,966 miles
    Test number
    418194519257
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front (upper) coil spring mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryFront steering linkage damper has a worn bush (play detected)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded
  8. Pass161,820 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,820 miles
    Test number
    511942783129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass157,131 miles (+14,251)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    157,131 miles
    Test number
    235933350773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    142,880 miles
    Test number
    304912113026
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing insecure
  11. Fail142,880 miles (+5,661)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,880 miles
    Test number
    594122299209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to snapped shock absorber (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing insecure
  12. Pass137,219 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,219 miles
    Test number
    514504914584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Fail137,219 miles (+8,522)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,219 miles
    Test number
    611682527666
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass128,697 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    128,697 miles
    Test number
    110165851941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  15. Fail128,694 miles (+7,977)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,694 miles
    Test number
    415075755542
    • FailureCentral Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  16. Pass120,717 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,717 miles
    Test number
    854100850285
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail120,715 miles (+7,961)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,715 miles
    Test number
    660470491290
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass112,754 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,754 miles
    Test number
    267397105022
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail112,754 miles (+8,050)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,754 miles
    Test number
    795487305080
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass104,704 miles (+42)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,704 miles
    Test number
    155454224066
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded but not considered to be excessive quite yet
  21. Fail104,662 miles (+7,014)3 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,662 miles
    Test number
    319660214059
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded but not considered to be excessive quite yet
  22. Pass97,648 miles (+176)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    695424913056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  23. Fail97,472 miles (+7,439)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,472 miles
    Test number
    716717303072
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  24. Pass90,033 miles (+3,076)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    90,033 miles
    Test number
    968327271216
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  25. Pass86,957 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    86,957 miles
    Test number
    284914360263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,197 miles (+9,262)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    83,197 miles
    Test number
    642432379213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,935 miles (+4,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,935 miles
    Test number
    214430688277
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass69,469 miles (+6,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    69,469 miles
    Test number
    271315677296
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  29. Pass62,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    701175576270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 GNW

Does W5 GNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 GNW is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W5 GNW?
The MOT on W5 GNW is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 GNW done?
W5 GNW was recorded at 175,993 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,925 miles a year.
Has W5 GNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 GNW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on W5 GNW 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 W5 GNW find?
W5 GNW passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: front steering gas shock absorber bush worn (play detected); general corrosion under vehicle and various components; nearside front vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corrosive, and 3 more.

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