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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

W5 VAMMOT history

W5 VAM is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

W5 VAM silver 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 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,742 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 VAM was last recorded at 81,742 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 3,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Mar 2018: 57,765 miles, lower than 67,728 miles on 27 Feb 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,261 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,481 miles
Average per year
3,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,742 miles
  • 2025 – 78,261 miles
  • 2024 – 73,826 miles
  • 2023 – 69,469 miles
  • 2022 – 66,528 miles
  • 2021 – 63,016 miles
  • 2020 – 58,163 miles
  • 2019 – 58,157 miles
  • 2018 – 57,771 miles
  • 2017 – 57,375 miles
  • 2016 – 56,894 miles
  • 2015 – 53,264 miles
  • 2014 – 50,611 miles
  • 2013 – 46,749 miles
  • 2012 – 41,755 miles
  • 2011 – 39,415 miles
  • 2010 – 34,254 miles
  • 2009 – 31,761 miles
  • 2008 – 28,061 miles
  • 2007 – 23,805 miles
  • 2006 – 20,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,742 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both side steps corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,742 miles (+3,481)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,742 miles
    Test number
    309620780636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,261 miles (+4,435)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,261 miles
    Test number
    774029626214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn

  3. Pass73,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    716224329769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,826 miles (+4,357)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    502283333128
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass69,469 miles (+2,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,469 miles
    Test number
    486384501955
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass66,528 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,528 miles
    Test number
    619692098389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail66,521 miles (+3,505)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,521 miles
    Test number
    687822976577
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.93m-1 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass63,016 miles (+4,853)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,016 miles
    Test number
    155831245642
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass58,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,163 miles
    Test number
    780857288632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,163 miles (+6)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,163 miles
    Test number
    702880071256
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail58,157 miles (+386)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,157 miles
    Test number
    136331192249
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBody component corroded and likely to cause injury rear cross member corroded and holed (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorBody insecure bonnet insecure in hinge mounting (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to abs, brake warning and traction control lights on (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all track rod end boots perished/cracked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes corroded (caliper to flexi) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes corroded (reservoir to flexi) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel seized/stiff to turn
    • AdvisoryFront bull bar corroded

  12. Pass57,771 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,771 miles
    Test number
    925752990295
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded and holed

  13. Fail57,765 miles (-9,963)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,765 miles
    Test number
    369567152404
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play into box (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded and holed

  14. Fail67,728 miles (+10,353)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,728 miles
    Test number
    565404932338
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass57,375 miles (+481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,375 miles
    Test number
    218599680886
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront both head light lenses dettrated
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass56,894 miles (+3,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,894 miles
    Test number
    347196611437
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak damp (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes slight suface rust

  17. Pass53,264 miles (+2,653)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,264 miles
    Test number
    866120545050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  18. Pass50,611 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,611 miles
    Test number
    107920334418
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn
    • NoteVehicle undersealed underneath

  19. Fail50,607 miles (+3,858)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,607 miles
    Test number
    495449324055
    • FailureHeadlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn
    • NoteVehicle undersealed underneath

  20. Pass46,749 miles (+4,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,749 miles
    Test number
    636922753018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass41,755 miles (+2,340)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    907789512015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,415 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    638966121013
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc badly pitted.
    • NoteOil leak from transfer box
    • NoteRear diff pinion oil leak

  23. Fail39,415 miles (+5,161)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    169886821058
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc badly pitted.
    • NoteOil leak from transfer box
    • NoteRear diff pinion oil leak

  24. Pass34,254 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,254 miles
    Test number
    641838540092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,761 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,761 miles
    Test number
    333014349400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,061 miles
    Test number
    201322748252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,061 miles (+4,256)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,061 miles
    Test number
    931542948209
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass23,805 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,805 miles
    Test number
    272693857256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    881962116220
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Fail20,547 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    743429606254
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering intermediate shaft lower u/j

Questions about W5 VAM

Does W5 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 VAM is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 VAM?
The MOT on W5 VAM is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 VAM done?
W5 VAM was recorded at 81,742 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,116 miles a year.
Has W5 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 VAM has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on W5 VAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W5 VAM find?
W5 VAM passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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