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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

X55 PERMOT history

X55 PER is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 94,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

X55 PER black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,014 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X55 PER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X55 PER was last recorded at 94,014 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 2,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,760 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,254 miles
Average per year
4,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,014 miles
  • 2025 – 91,760 miles
  • 2024 – 87,992 miles
  • 2023 – 83,924 miles
  • 2022 – 81,310 miles
  • 2021 – 79,211 miles
  • 2020 – 75,760 miles
  • 2019 – 72,121 miles
  • 2018 – 69,294 miles
  • 2017 – 65,919 miles
  • 2016 – 62,064 miles
  • 2015 – 57,344 miles
  • 2014 – 53,738 miles
  • 2013 – 49,656 miles
  • 2012 – 46,067 miles
  • 2011 – 41,255 miles
  • 2010 – 35,947 miles
  • 2009 – 30,576 miles
  • 2008 – 23,509 miles
  • 2007 – 16,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,014 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak from the engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,014 miles (+2,254)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,014 miles
    Test number
    987280866284
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass91,760 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,760 miles
    Test number
    965947057923
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Fail91,760 miles (+3,768)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,760 miles
    Test number
    192951736689
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass87,992 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    748388857389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake poor

  5. Fail87,990 miles (+4,066)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,990 miles
    Test number
    568934643231
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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 Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake poor

  6. Pass83,924 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,924 miles
    Test number
    983198607364
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail83,919 miles (+2,609)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,919 miles
    Test number
    801862136436
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass81,310 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    81,310 miles
    Test number
    197550269598
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A-frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the engine

  9. Fail81,304 miles (+2,093)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,304 miles
    Test number
    899485922318
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A-frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the engine

  10. Pass79,211 miles (+3,451)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,211 miles
    Test number
    406476249736
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,760 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,760 miles
    Test number
    175982664864
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the engine

  12. Fail75,760 miles (+3,639)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,760 miles
    Test number
    110834636712
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the engine

  13. Pass72,121 miles (+2,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    72,121 miles
    Test number
    692563248490
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass69,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,294 miles
    Test number
    444617211396
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail69,294 miles (+3,375)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,294 miles
    Test number
    558219651352
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyres poor condition

  16. Pass65,919 miles (+3,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,919 miles
    Test number
    597830545893
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear brake disc poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/f , o/s/f and o/s/r tyres poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass62,064 miles (+4,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,064 miles
    Test number
    861326810810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass57,344 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,344 miles
    Test number
    898633965182
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre stop lamp inoperative

  19. Fail57,344 miles (+3,606)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,344 miles
    Test number
    268792765123
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre stop lamp inoperative

  20. Pass53,738 miles (+4,082)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    686894154173
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteScratches on windscreen

  21. Pass49,656 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    696192163122
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f , o/s/f and o/s/r tyres poor condition
    • NoteScratches on windscreen

  22. Fail49,656 miles (+3,589)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    789542663156
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f , o/s/f and o/s/r tyres poor condition
    • NoteScratches on windscreen

  23. Pass46,067 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,067 miles
    Test number
    807814362104
    • NoteLight surface scratching on screen

  24. Fail46,065 miles (+4,810)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,065 miles
    Test number
    887193462167
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteLight surface scratching on screen

  25. Pass41,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    915898951153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,255 miles (+5,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    367537051139
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  27. Pass35,947 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,947 miles
    Test number
    760355760115
    • NoteLight surface scratches on windscreen
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  28. Fail35,947 miles (+5,371)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,947 miles
    Test number
    601335460169
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureUpper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLight surface scratches on windscreen
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  29. Pass30,576 miles (+7,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,576 miles
    Test number
    472336269150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass23,509 miles (+7,495)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,509 miles
    Test number
    233612168462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass16,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,014 miles
    Test number
    363553657193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail16,008 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,008 miles
    Test number
    503103257172
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Questions about X55 PER

Does X55 PER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X55 PER is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X55 PER?
The MOT on X55 PER is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X55 PER done?
X55 PER was recorded at 94,014 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,080 miles a year.
Has X55 PER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X55 PER has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X55 PER 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 X55 PER find?
X55 PER passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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