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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,395 cc

X777 AARMOT history

X777 AAR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

X777 AAR 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,579 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X777 AAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X777 AAR was last recorded at 114,579 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,560 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,579 miles
  • 2025 – 109,444 miles
  • 2024 – 109,030 miles
  • 2023 – 107,899 miles
  • 2022 – 102,091 miles
  • 2021 – 86,572 miles
  • 2020 – 80,021 miles
  • 2019 – 77,063 miles
  • 2018 – 68,477 miles
  • 2017 – 63,132 miles
  • 2015 – 53,240 miles
  • 2014 – 48,735 miles
  • 2013 – 37,776 miles
  • 2012 – 29,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,579 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,579 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,579 miles
    Test number
    761125170969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,560 miles (+5,116)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,560 miles
    Test number
    167297400701
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,444 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    746615798144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,030 miles (+1,131)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,030 miles
    Test number
    963361916945
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint seeping oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint seeping oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,899 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,899 miles
    Test number
    248215868934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    239544095083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail102,091 miles (+15,519)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    684171399482
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,572 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,572 miles
    Test number
    399026514872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,566 miles (+6,545)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,566 miles
    Test number
    987116146148
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury SIDE STEPS (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury SIDE STEPS (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,021 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    100474024266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail80,021 miles (+2,958)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    355242240753
    • MajorNearside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass77,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,063 miles
    Test number
    740764070227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail77,063 miles (+8,586)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,063 miles
    Test number
    281638929013
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass68,477 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    708923181814
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside SIDE STEP CORRODED BADLY

  15. Fail68,477 miles (+5,345)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    333639307610
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside SIDE STEP CORRODED BADLY

  16. Pass63,132 miles (+9,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,132 miles
    Test number
    171722343954
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass53,240 miles (+4,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,240 miles
    Test number
    547696475139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass48,735 miles (+10,959)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    296671394045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,776 miles (+8,486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,776 miles
    Test number
    928187113011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,290 miles
    Test number
    697961232090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about X777 AAR

Does X777 AAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X777 AAR is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X777 AAR?
The MOT on X777 AAR is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X777 AAR done?
X777 AAR was recorded at 114,579 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 5,903 miles a year.
Has X777 AAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X777 AAR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X777 AAR 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 X777 AAR find?
X777 AAR passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joint; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joint, and 2 more.

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