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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X48 PBWMOT history

X48 PBW is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

X48 PBW white 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 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,883 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X48 PBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X48 PBW was last recorded at 176,883 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,483 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
400 miles
Average per year
5,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,883 miles
  • 2025 – 176,483 miles
  • 2023 – 175,932 miles
  • 2022 – 175,116 miles
  • 2021 – 174,220 miles
  • 2020 – 173,520 miles
  • 2019 – 172,920 miles
  • 2018 – 169,327 miles
  • 2017 – 167,636 miles
  • 2016 – 165,801 miles
  • 2015 – 162,351 miles
  • 2014 – 159,426 miles
  • 2013 – 151,788 miles
  • 2012 – 140,086 miles
  • 2011 – 130,774 miles
  • 2010 – 121,087 miles
  • 2009 – 108,711 miles
  • 2008 – 92,641 miles
  • 2007 – 77,876 miles
  • 2006 – 72,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,883 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.

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,883 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,883 miles
    Test number
    215314664781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass176,483 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    176,483 miles
    Test number
    439779787180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass175,932 miles (+816)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,932 miles
    Test number
    546539047070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,116 miles (+896)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    175,116 miles
    Test number
    334168694211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,220 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    174,220 miles
    Test number
    524021499864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass173,520 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    173,520 miles
    Test number
    665517214539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass172,920 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    172,920 miles
    Test number
    116023001767
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail172,920 miles (+3,593)1 dangerous6 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,920 miles
    Test number
    723684646808
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box sector shaft movement so excessive that functionality is affected (2.1.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass169,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    404259324416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail169,327 miles (+1,691)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    628054318988
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm to box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass167,636 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    167,636 miles
    Test number
    408961694270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail167,612 miles (+1,811)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,612 miles
    Test number
    962225361756
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass165,801 miles (+3,450)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    165,801 miles
    Test number
    398050810538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass162,351 miles (+2,925)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    162,351 miles
    Test number
    709714815150
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass159,426 miles (+7,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    159,426 miles
    Test number
    688826614140
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass151,788 miles (+11,702)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    151,788 miles
    Test number
    547192363183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass140,086 miles (+9,312)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    140,086 miles
    Test number
    309328362129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,774 miles (+9,687)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    130,774 miles
    Test number
    829016371197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass121,087 miles (+12,376)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    121,087 miles
    Test number
    822857470137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass108,711 miles (+16,070)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    108,711 miles
    Test number
    500061079127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass92,641 miles (+14,765)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    92,641 miles
    Test number
    930808078160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDifferent beam pattern types on both headlamps
    • NoteRear no plate light loose

  22. Fail77,876 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    291298477159
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass77,876 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    332278277159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass72,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,744 miles
    Test number
    393129756184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X48 PBW

Does X48 PBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X48 PBW is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X48 PBW?
The MOT on X48 PBW is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X48 PBW done?
X48 PBW was recorded at 176,883 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,194 miles a year.
Has X48 PBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X48 PBW has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on X48 PBW 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 X48 PBW find?
X48 PBW passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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