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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

X17 ECHMOT history

X17 ECH is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 40,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

X17 ECH grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
40,410 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 ECH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 ECH was last recorded at 40,410 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,388 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
2,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,410 miles
  • 2025 – 32,126 miles
  • 2024 – 27,469 miles
  • 2023 – 24,426 miles
  • 2021 – 23,183 miles
  • 2020 – 21,945 miles
  • 2019 – 20,635 miles
  • 2018 – 19,274 miles
  • 2017 – 17,879 miles
  • 2016 – 16,254 miles
  • 2015 – 14,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,410 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,410 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    40,410 miles
    Test number
    755562553438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail40,388 miles (+8,262)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,388 miles
    Test number
    183952188515
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass32,126 miles (+4,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    32,126 miles
    Test number
    968527008245
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass27,469 miles (+3,043)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    27,469 miles
    Test number
    610302602886
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass24,426 miles (+1,243)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    24,426 miles
    Test number
    366113182623
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Product on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass23,183 miles (+1,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    23,183 miles
    Test number
    224835473770
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass21,945 miles (+1,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    21,945 miles
    Test number
    102088502015
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass20,635 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    20,635 miles
    Test number
    559842171756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    931359343477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Swivel Joint Slight Grease Leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive Shaft Swivel Joint Slight Grease Leak

  10. Fail19,274 miles (+1,395)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    475406716194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Swivel Joint Slight Grease Leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive Shaft Swivel Joint Slight Grease Leak

  11. Pass17,879 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    17,879 miles
    Test number
    635277621085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,254 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    16,254 miles
    Test number
    298996624577
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers Smearing.

  13. Pass14,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    14,272 miles
    Test number
    474491600102
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with engine cover

Questions about X17 ECH

Does X17 ECH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 ECH is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 ECH?
The MOT on X17 ECH is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 ECH done?
X17 ECH was recorded at 40,410 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 2,495 miles a year.
Has X17 ECH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 ECH has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X17 ECH 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 X17 ECH find?
X17 ECH passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

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