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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X36 GRVMOT history

X36 GRV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

X36 GRV blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,487 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X36 GRV
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
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X36 GRV was last recorded at 107,487 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,370 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
2,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,487 miles
  • 2024 – 107,370 miles
  • 2023 – 106,485 miles
  • 2022 – 106,277 miles
  • 2021 – 105,999 miles
  • 2020 – 104,904 miles
  • 2019 – 103,967 miles
  • 2018 – 102,857 miles
  • 2017 – 100,456 miles
  • 2016 – 98,289 miles
  • 2015 – 96,200 miles
  • 2014 – 93,567 miles
  • 2013 – 93,493 miles
  • 2012 – 90,786 miles
  • 2011 – 89,313 miles
  • 2010 – 86,580 miles
  • 2009 – 81,067 miles
  • 2008 – 76,665 miles
  • 2007 – 69,330 miles
  • 2006 – 60,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,487 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside front swivel hub has a leak

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,487 miles (+117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,487 miles
    Test number
    432371113737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front swivel hub has a leak

  2. Pass107,370 miles (+885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,370 miles
    Test number
    795921584189
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,485 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,485 miles
    Test number
    595115623764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,277 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    393684363515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,999 miles (+1,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,999 miles
    Test number
    544699789788
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass104,904 miles (+937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    104,904 miles
    Test number
    117529611214
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,967 miles
    Test number
    622246356215
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,958 miles (+1,101)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,958 miles
    Test number
    474823816654
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (2.1.2 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,857 miles (+2,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,857 miles
    Test number
    987023551765
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f chassis rail front wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to top upper coil spring mountings
    • AdvisoryDampness to steering shock

  10. Pass100,456 miles (+2,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    100,456 miles
    Test number
    448271396633
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass98,289 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    439088463768
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Fail98,285 miles (+2,085)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,285 miles
    Test number
    184922448969
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Pass96,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    518946135082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,200 miles (+2,633)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    997946325068
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  15. Pass93,567 miles (+74)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,567 miles
    Test number
    359195224011
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail93,493 miles (+2,707)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    989874553327
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass90,786 miles (+99)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,786 miles
    Test number
    206854552395
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail90,687 miles (+1,374)6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,687 miles
    Test number
    209092632351
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront and rear springs corroded
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteFront suspension turrets corroded
    • NoteMovement in drag link ends

  19. Pass89,313 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    228409921319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,580 miles (+85)11 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    380822490460
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust hanger brackets rusty & weak
    • NoteFront chassis corroded
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor
    • NoteO/s front tyre perishing/low on tread`
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear anti roll bar 'd' bushes have movement
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty
    • NoteRear chassis rails rusty
    • NoteRear differential leaking
    • NoteRear suspension components rusty

  21. Fail86,495 miles (+5,428)1 dangerous6 failures11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,495 miles
    Test number
    414166280224
    • DangerousBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust hanger brackets rusty & weak
    • NoteFront chassis corroded
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor
    • NoteO/s front tyre perishing/low on tread`
    • NoteO/s rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear anti roll bar 'd' bushes have movement
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty
    • NoteRear chassis rails rusty
    • NoteRear differential leaking
    • NoteRear suspension components rusty

  22. Pass81,067 miles (+4,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    891703489285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass76,665 miles (+7,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,665 miles
    Test number
    461832338251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass69,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,330 miles
    Test number
    741447947247
    • NoteAll advisory still apply from vt32 No. 621937847223

  25. Fail69,329 miles (+8,572)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,329 miles
    Test number
    621937847223
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass60,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,757 miles
    Test number
    380984246477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X36 GRV

Does X36 GRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X36 GRV is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X36 GRV?
The MOT on X36 GRV 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 X36 GRV done?
X36 GRV was recorded at 107,487 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 2,390 miles a year.
Has X36 GRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X36 GRV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on X36 GRV 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 X36 GRV find?
X36 GRV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front swivel hub has a leak.

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