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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X773 BBUMOT history

X773 BBU is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2022.

X773 BBU 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 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
145,239 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X773 BBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X773 BBU was last recorded at 145,239 miles on 21 Jul 2022, 2,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2012: 110,827 miles, lower than 952,290 miles on 30 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
142,580 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,659 miles
Average per year
6,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,239 miles
  • 2021 – 142,580 miles
  • 2020 – 139,987 miles
  • 2019 – 137,524 miles
  • 2018 – 134,584 miles
  • 2017 – 132,180 miles
  • 2016 – 129,411 miles
  • 2015 – 126,685 miles
  • 2014 – 125,881 miles
  • 2013 – 121,705 miles
  • 2012 – 110,908 miles
  • 2010 – 952,290 miles
  • 2009 – 812,358 miles
  • 2008 – 64,399 miles
  • 2007 – 45,494 miles
  • 2006 – 32,806 miles
  • 2005 – 30,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,239 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.

  • Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,239 miles (+2,659)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    145,239 miles
    Test number
    189708092945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,580 miles (+2,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,580 miles
    Test number
    423944649061
    • AdvisoryAll under body covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass139,987 miles (+2,463)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,987 miles
    Test number
    766359097666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,524 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,524 miles
    Test number
    466885984507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass134,584 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    134,584 miles
    Test number
    971968927224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,180 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    132,180 miles
    Test number
    304983577439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,411 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,411 miles
    Test number
    572970850751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,685 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    126,685 miles
    Test number
    551983484409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,651 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,651 miles
    Test number
    646406475082
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  10. Pass126,651 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,651 miles
    Test number
    709236075016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,881 miles (+4,176)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,881 miles
    Test number
    375626574292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass121,705 miles (+3,010)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    648376863298
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  13. Pass118,695 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,695 miles
    Test number
    589288753182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,655 miles (+7,747)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,655 miles
    Test number
    968597853109
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  15. Pass110,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,908 miles
    Test number
    258415122147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    528315122126
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Fail110,827 miles (-841,463)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,827 miles
    Test number
    686374472054
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass952,290 miles (+139,932)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    952,290 miles
    Test number
    752384630381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass812,358 miles (+747,959)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    812,358 miles
    Test number
    372074799444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,399 miles
    Test number
    842312788214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,391 miles (+18,897)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,391 miles
    Test number
    861472988205
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass45,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,494 miles
    Test number
    943464577234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,491 miles (+12,685)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,491 miles
    Test number
    281124577258
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  24. Pass32,806 miles (+2,026)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,806 miles
    Test number
    870535786296
    • NoteCondensation in reverse lamp
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  25. Pass30,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    30,780 miles
    Test number
    323157305225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X773 BBU

Does X773 BBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X773 BBU expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X773 BBU?
The MOT on X773 BBU expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X773 BBU done?
X773 BBU was recorded at 145,239 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2022, an average of 6,739 miles a year.
Has X773 BBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X773 BBU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on X773 BBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X773 BBU find?
X773 BBU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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