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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X63 GRVMOT history

X63 GRV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 179,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

X63 GRV blue 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 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,596 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X63 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 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X63 GRV was last recorded at 179,596 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,588 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,596 miles
  • 2025 – 175,010 miles
  • 2024 – 170,639 miles
  • 2023 – 166,527 miles
  • 2022 – 163,438 miles
  • 2021 – 158,292 miles
  • 2020 – 154,008 miles
  • 2019 – 149,690 miles
  • 2018 – 142,777 miles
  • 2017 – 137,369 miles
  • 2016 – 133,078 miles
  • 2015 – 130,227 miles
  • 2014 – 126,163 miles
  • 2013 – 119,778 miles
  • 2011 – 113,771 miles
  • 2010 – 108,116 miles
  • 2009 – 98,947 miles
  • 2008 – 89,165 miles
  • 2007 – 81,054 miles
  • 2006 – 73,400 miles
  • 2005 – 65,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,596 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront hub seals dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,596 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,596 miles
    Test number
    225283341088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail179,588 miles (+4,578)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,588 miles
    Test number
    219435834247
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush steering dampener (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass175,010 miles (+42)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    175,010 miles
    Test number
    481529120123
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub oil seals weeping

  4. Fail174,968 miles (+4,329)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,968 miles
    Test number
    367024930507
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear axle sway bar (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub oil seals weeping

  5. Pass170,639 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    170,639 miles
    Test number
    715195165398
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail170,622 miles (+4,095)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,622 miles
    Test number
    781384348448
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,527 miles (+3,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    452824281541
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play forward (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  8. Pass163,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,438 miles
    Test number
    314145169136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail163,438 miles (+5,146)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,438 miles
    Test number
    177737449029
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod 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 Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass158,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    158,292 miles
    Test number
    793921698068
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail158,292 miles (+4,284)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,292 miles
    Test number
    341158194080
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass154,008 miles (+4,318)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    154,008 miles
    Test number
    410027002576
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass149,690 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    149,690 miles
    Test number
    984578685372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass142,777 miles (+5,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    142,777 miles
    Test number
    337044009242
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyre treads distorted

  15. Pass137,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,369 miles
    Test number
    166463808215
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail137,369 miles (+4,291)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,369 miles
    Test number
    498873137291
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass133,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    133,078 miles
    Test number
    590837424446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail133,078 miles (+2,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,078 miles
    Test number
    456515623609
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass130,227 miles (+4,064)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    130,227 miles
    Test number
    545109305046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,163 miles (+4)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,163 miles
    Test number
    625209704009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre drag link has been straightened
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  21. Fail126,159 miles (+6,381)2 dangerous5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,159 miles
    Test number
    699127804040
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteCentre drag link is bent
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  22. Pass119,778 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,778 miles
    Test number
    466821913020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail119,778 miles (+6,007)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,778 miles
    Test number
    448200813033
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass113,771 miles (+124)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    935142491282
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Fail113,647 miles (+5,531)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,647 miles
    Test number
    487158981230
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass108,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    108,116 miles
    Test number
    123478980217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail108,116 miles (+9,169)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,116 miles
    Test number
    994908580208
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass98,947 miles (+9,782)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,947 miles
    Test number
    781373279281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass89,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    89,165 miles
    Test number
    970299758271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail89,165 miles (+8,111)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,165 miles
    Test number
    533509058295
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

  31. Pass81,054 miles (+7,654)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,054 miles
    Test number
    822865577200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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)

  32. Fail73,400 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    540351276209
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  33. Pass73,400 miles (+7,470)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    910431576255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass65,930 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    65,930 miles
    Test number
    283073275254
    • NoteNearside front outer brake pad appears low

Questions about X63 GRV

Does X63 GRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X63 GRV is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X63 GRV?
The MOT on X63 GRV is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X63 GRV done?
X63 GRV was recorded at 179,596 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,582 miles a year.
Has X63 GRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X63 GRV has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X63 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 X63 GRV find?
X63 GRV passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe; front oil leak, but not excessive; front wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside, and 2 more.

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