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Land Rover Series 1

Green · Petrol · 1954 · 3,500 cc

WFF 981MOT history

WFF 981 is a green petrol Land Rover Series 1 first used on 7 Aug 1954. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 3,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
3,275 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
54 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WFF 981
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Series 1
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1954
First used
7 Aug 1954
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WFF 981 was last recorded at 3,275 miles on 8 May 2026, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
3,138 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
54 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 3,275 miles
  • 2025 – 3,138 miles
  • 2024 – 3,029 miles
  • 2023 – 2,853 miles
  • 2022 – 2,702 miles
  • 2021 – 2,450 miles
  • 2019 – 2,384 miles
  • 2011 – 2,350 miles
  • 2008 – 2,275 miles
  • 2007 – 2,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,275 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,275 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    3,275 miles
    Test number
    730498953187
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass3,138 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    3,138 miles
    Test number
    369484017613
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail3,138 miles (+109)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,138 miles
    Test number
    779900112464
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% n/s low (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass3,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    3,029 miles
    Test number
    116453117663
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail3,029 miles (+176)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,029 miles
    Test number
    851386462238
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass2,853 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    2,853 miles
    Test number
    678602309928
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring leaves are slightly corroded and separating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring leaves are slightly corroded and separating.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive From axle hub down brake back plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail2,853 miles (+151)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,853 miles
    Test number
    807014454865
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring leaves are slightly corroded and separating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring leaves are slightly corroded and separating.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive From axle hub down brake back plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass2,702 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    2,702 miles
    Test number
    675615461902
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play both UJ front shaft (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive axel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail2,700 miles (+250)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,700 miles
    Test number
    728885624389
    • MajorOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold to down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play both UJ front shaft (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive axel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass2,450 miles (+66)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    2,450 miles
    Test number
    957360706469
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass2,384 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    2,384 miles
    Test number
    732156410566
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing panel loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive vehicle has various leaks including transmission components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle body condition is corroded and deteriorated in relation to the age of the vehicle

  12. Fail2,384 miles (+34)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,384 miles
    Test number
    363862937166
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing panel loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive vehicle has various leaks including transmission components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle body condition is corroded and deteriorated in relation to the age of the vehicle

  13. Pass2,350 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    2,350 miles
    Test number
    298873151374
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  14. Fail2,350 miles (+75)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,350 miles
    Test number
    426560651344
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  15. Pass2,275 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    2,275 miles
    Test number
    122720748025
    • NoteCorrosion in offside front chassis outrigger

  16. Pass2,238 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    2,238 miles
    Test number
    394038137002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail2,232 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,232 miles
    Test number
    994580017029
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Questions about WFF 981

What vehicle is registration WFF 981 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WFF 981 on a green petrol Land Rover Series 1 first used on 7 Aug 1954. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WFF 981 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WFF 981 is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on WFF 981?
The MOT on WFF 981 is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WFF 981 done?
WFF 981 was recorded at 3,275 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 54 miles a year.
Has WFF 981 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WFF 981 has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on WFF 981 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 WFF 981 find?
WFF 981 passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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