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Green · Diesel · 2014 · 2,198 cc

W5 WSMMOT history

W5 WSM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 115,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

W5 WSM green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,188 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 WSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 WSM was last recorded at 115,188 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 8,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,053 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,135 miles
Average per year
8,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,188 miles
  • 2025 – 107,053 miles
  • 2024 – 99,108 miles
  • 2023 – 90,763 miles
  • 2022 – 82,500 miles
  • 2021 – 75,258 miles
  • 2020 – 65,523 miles
  • 2019 – 56,114 miles
  • 2018 – 46,237 miles
  • 2017 – 35,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,188 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed hinge slightly worn . (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly frayed . (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50x16 has several cuts in the tread - but none through to cords . (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre 7.50R16C nail in tread .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50R16C has cuts in the tread - not through to cords .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear hub outer grease cap slightly loose - advise tightening .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear steering bar nearside track rod end dust cover deteriorated.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,188 miles (+8,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,188 miles
    Test number
    946394410273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed hinge slightly worn . (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly frayed . (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50x16 has several cuts in the tread - but none through to cords . (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass107,053 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,053 miles
    Test number
    244790141987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre 7.50R16C nail in tread .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50R16C has cuts in the tread - not through to cords . (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Fail107,051 miles (+7,943)2 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,051 miles
    Test number
    456058286220
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment nearside front (opposite end of steering bar from drag link ) track rod end excessively worn . (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft securing bolt missing main transfer box to rear axle prop-shaft securing nut missing from attachment to parking brake drum . (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended seat belt buckle not locking belt in - partially seized - possible dirt ingress . (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside lamp in number plate lamp assembly inoperative . (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bushes worn. (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper bush worn . (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn . (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap of incorrect temporary type - does not secure properly to filler neck . (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bushes worn . (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper bush worn . (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn . (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre 7.50R16C nail in tread .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50R16C has cuts in the tread - not through to cords . (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass99,108 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,108 miles
    Test number
    806004101406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub outer grease cap slightly loose - advise tightening .
  5. Fail99,027 miles (+8,264)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    713745868939
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not accepting belt catch into buckle . (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear steering bar, nearside track rod end dust cover split . (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced position lamp lens internally damaged (melted )- reducing light output . (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering box drag link end worn . (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing cap missing - piece of wood fitted ! (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub outer grease cap slightly loose - advise tightening .
  6. Pass90,763 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,763 miles
    Test number
    255485154849
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear steering bar nearside track rod end dust cover deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail90,762 miles (+8,262)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,762 miles
    Test number
    905294639214
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front steering bar nearside track rod end worn . (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper torn . (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp position lamp showing same intensity as a stop lamp - too bright . (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper torn . (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced very dim . (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has a deep long cut through to cord leading from previous puncture repair - tyre also on 2mm .(Goodyear G90 -7 50R16C) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop lamps do not work when position lights are on . (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced stop lamps dim when on - same intensity as position lamp should be - too dim . (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear steering bar nearside track rod end dust cover deteriorated. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass82,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,500 miles
    Test number
    792730435594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,500 miles (+7,242)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,500 miles
    Test number
    579146343822
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by operation of offside stop lamp . (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by operation of offside position lamp . (4.3.3 (b))
  10. Pass75,258 miles (+9,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    944943623455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass65,523 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,523 miles
    Test number
    772267167023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,520 miles (+9,406)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    415852791880
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  13. Pass56,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,114 miles
    Test number
    330060753216
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear differential pinion oil seals leaking very slightly. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Fail56,114 miles (+9,877)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,114 miles
    Test number
    332708230433
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear differential pinion oil seals leaking very slightly. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass46,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    161488740399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,237 miles (+10,511)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    487794028528
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Both bushes (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Both bushes (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  17. Pass35,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    35,726 miles
    Test number
    654107152540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 WSM

Does W5 WSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 WSM is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 WSM?
The MOT on W5 WSM is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 WSM done?
W5 WSM was recorded at 115,188 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 8,816 miles a year.
Has W5 WSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 WSM has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on W5 WSM 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 WSM find?
W5 WSM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed hinge slightly worn .; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly frayed .; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7.50x16 has several cuts in the tread - but none through to cords ..

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