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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X68 DDVMOT history

X68 DDV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 147,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

X68 DDV 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 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
147,846 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 DDV
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
13 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 DDV was last recorded at 147,846 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,397 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
449 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,846 miles
  • 2025 – 147,397 miles
  • 2024 – 146,910 miles
  • 2023 – 145,352 miles
  • 2022 – 143,435 miles
  • 2021 – 142,982 miles
  • 2020 – 141,005 miles
  • 2019 – 139,601 miles
  • 2018 – 138,499 miles
  • 2017 – 136,109 miles
  • 2016 – 130,908 miles
  • 2015 – 122,797 miles
  • 2014 – 113,357 miles
  • 2013 – 106,856 miles
  • 2012 – 101,752 miles
  • 2011 – 90,995 miles
  • 2010 – 84,897 miles
  • 2009 – 77,968 miles
  • 2008 – 71,195 miles
  • 2007 – 62,860 miles
  • 2006 – 54,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,846 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Central Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box thing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

36 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    147,846 miles
    Test number
    788715018760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,846 miles (+449)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,846 miles
    Test number
    495388025066
    • Repaired at testIntermediate drop arm insecure at steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,397 miles (+31)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,397 miles
    Test number
    294924480606
    • MinorCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box thing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of hub (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail147,366 miles (+456)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,366 miles
    Test number
    605565985690
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box thing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of hub (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass146,910 miles (+1,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    146,910 miles
    Test number
    122288680616
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass145,352 miles (+25)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,352 miles
    Test number
    889231790375
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt behind wheel track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail145,327 miles (+1,892)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,327 miles
    Test number
    582101071953
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt behind wheel track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass143,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,435 miles
    Test number
    966688894280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,435 miles (+453)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,435 miles
    Test number
    218636237048
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass142,982 miles (+1,977)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,982 miles
    Test number
    774638272800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,005 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    141,005 miles
    Test number
    856415345254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail140,899 miles (+1,298)9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,899 miles
    Test number
    856162896544
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis behind spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure not correctly located (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel housing but not contaminating brakes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel housing but not contaminating brakes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass139,601 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,601 miles
    Test number
    103716329396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,588 miles (+1,089)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,588 miles
    Test number
    495524808485
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass138,499 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    138,499 miles
    Test number
    406165599685
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Fail138,498 miles (+2,389)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,498 miles
    Test number
    142252304263
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass136,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,109 miles
    Test number
    765730424549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail136,096 miles (+5,188)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,096 miles
    Test number
    236696112754
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass130,908 miles (+8,111)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,908 miles
    Test number
    474407928290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass122,797 miles (+9,440)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    122,797 miles
    Test number
    724515997715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,357 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,357 miles
    Test number
    625069814210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail113,355 miles (+6,499)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,355 miles
    Test number
    149517914210
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteGreese leaking from n/s and o/s/f swivel joints

  23. Pass106,856 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    106,856 miles
    Test number
    536334333272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail106,845 miles (+5,093)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,845 miles
    Test number
    768852833200
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  25. Pass101,752 miles (+10,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,752 miles
    Test number
    725775332272
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass90,995 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,995 miles
    Test number
    986995931250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,897 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    84,897 miles
    Test number
    270605330264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall.

  28. Fail84,897 miles (+6,929)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,897 miles
    Test number
    171050030294
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight damage to outer sidewall.

  29. Pass77,968 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    171326139201
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  30. Fail77,968 miles (+6,773)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    722633139271
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  31. Pass71,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,195 miles
    Test number
    870535438250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail71,195 miles (+8,335)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,195 miles
    Test number
    620163038207
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  33. Pass62,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,860 miles
    Test number
    170473837280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail62,860 miles (+8,045)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,860 miles
    Test number
    722692637255
    • FailureFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • 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)

  35. Pass54,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,815 miles
    Test number
    134024236274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail54,815 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,815 miles
    Test number
    142234336266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about X68 DDV

Does X68 DDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X68 DDV is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X68 DDV?
The MOT on X68 DDV is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X68 DDV done?
X68 DDV was recorded at 147,846 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has X68 DDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 DDV has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X68 DDV 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 X68 DDV find?
X68 DDV passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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