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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

X771 RSLMOT history

X771 RSL is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 198,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2023.

X771 RSL silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2024
Mileage
198,171 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X771 RSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X771 RSL was last recorded at 198,171 miles on 8 Nov 2023, 5,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,396 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,775 miles
Average per year
6,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 198,171 miles
  • 2022 – 192,396 miles
  • 2021 – 185,104 miles
  • 2020 – 175,339 miles
  • 2019 – 164,923 miles
  • 2018 – 155,224 miles
  • 2017 – 145,396 miles
  • 2016 – 138,473 miles
  • 2015 – 136,791 miles
  • 2014 – 135,265 miles
  • 2013 – 132,425 miles
  • 2012 – 129,610 miles
  • 2011 – 126,315 miles
  • 2010 – 124,033 miles
  • 2008 – 122,454 miles
  • 2007 – 111,291 miles
  • 2006 – 78,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,171 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,171 miles (+5,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    198,171 miles
    Test number
    528873818246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass192,396 miles (+60)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    192,396 miles
    Test number
    147570768593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail192,336 miles (+7,232)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,336 miles
    Test number
    134471517164
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rear linking arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front passenger seat frame slight movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass185,104 miles (+9,765)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    185,104 miles
    Test number
    323121509426
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing uneven

  5. Pass175,339 miles (+10,416)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    175,339 miles
    Test number
    130002172400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,923 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    164,923 miles
    Test number
    554800158570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail164,916 miles (+9,692)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,916 miles
    Test number
    592694361690
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass155,224 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    776055833244
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel

  9. Fail155,221 miles (+9,825)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,221 miles
    Test number
    877715999813
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel

  10. Pass145,396 miles (+6,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,396 miles
    Test number
    564064665574
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass138,473 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,473 miles
    Test number
    376110679004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,791 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    136,791 miles
    Test number
    927079755144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail136,789 miles (+1,524)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,789 miles
    Test number
    426767155124
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Fail135,265 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,265 miles
    Test number
    447123494031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass135,265 miles (+2,840)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,265 miles
    Test number
    908103594036
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass132,425 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    132,425 miles
    Test number
    467970563087
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail132,423 miles (+2,813)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,423 miles
    Test number
    915387253018
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  18. Pass129,610 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    129,610 miles
    Test number
    689665672089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass126,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    127777651092
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail126,315 miles (+2,282)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    875026551034
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass124,033 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    680727840022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail123,713 miles (+1,259)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,713 miles
    Test number
    504496220000
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals leking but hav not contamanted bracks yet

  23. Pass122,454 miles (+11,163)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    122,454 miles
    Test number
    180054158372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s wiper arm spindle worn

  24. Pass111,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    111,291 miles
    Test number
    300823557346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail111,291 miles (+16,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,291 miles
    Test number
    703433157331
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  26. Pass95,212 miles (+16,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    95,212 miles
    Test number
    151650417079
    • 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)

  27. Pass78,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    78,604 miles
    Test number
    274992616099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X771 RSL

Does X771 RSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X771 RSL expired on 7 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X771 RSL?
The MOT on X771 RSL expired on 7 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X771 RSL done?
X771 RSL was recorded at 198,171 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2023, an average of 6,709 miles a year.
Has X771 RSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X771 RSL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X771 RSL 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 X771 RSL find?
X771 RSL passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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