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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X781 RDEMOT history

X781 RDE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 122,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

X781 RDE 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 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,991 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 RDE
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
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X781 RDE was last recorded at 122,991 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,222 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,769 miles
Average per year
5,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,991 miles
  • 2024 – 120,222 miles
  • 2023 – 118,544 miles
  • 2022 – 117,228 miles
  • 2021 – 113,465 miles
  • 2020 – 110,439 miles
  • 2019 – 106,092 miles
  • 2018 – 101,662 miles
  • 2017 – 96,560 miles
  • 2016 – 92,327 miles
  • 2015 – 86,484 miles
  • 2014 – 80,644 miles
  • 2013 – 72,648 miles
  • 2012 – 65,541 miles
  • 2011 – 58,486 miles
  • 2010 – 49,903 miles
  • 2009 – 40,421 miles
  • 2008 – 33,608 miles
  • 2007 – 24,944 miles
  • 2006 – 23,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,991 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.

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross member

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,991 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,991 miles
    Test number
    623662828230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,222 miles
    Test number
    600885416891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,222 miles (+1,678)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,222 miles
    Test number
    188269130013
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross member (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross member (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,544 miles
    Test number
    375981729744
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail118,544 miles (+1,316)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,544 miles
    Test number
    368834298371
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Middle chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Middle chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass117,228 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,228 miles
    Test number
    793577944513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail117,227 miles (+3,762)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,227 miles
    Test number
    465720724850
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass113,465 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,465 miles
    Test number
    612861404927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,364 miles (+2,925)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,364 miles
    Test number
    607687009199
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier lower battery carrier rusted away (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis/rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis/rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on top of axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass110,439 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    745269369588
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  11. Fail110,439 miles (+4,347)5 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    620020454908
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  12. Pass106,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    106,092 miles
    Test number
    554468440316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Fail106,092 miles (+4,430)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,092 miles
    Test number
    958001365979
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass101,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    101,662 miles
    Test number
    307021509265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,662 miles (+5,102)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,662 miles
    Test number
    333467715094
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged on axle (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Pass96,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,560 miles
    Test number
    582760348294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,560 miles (+4,233)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,560 miles
    Test number
    106984111834
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis out rigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis out rigger (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass92,327 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,327 miles
    Test number
    692160141246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,321 miles (+5,837)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,321 miles
    Test number
    805732971330
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement X2 (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement X2 (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass86,484 miles (+118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,484 miles
    Test number
    125299826738
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail86,366 miles (+5,722)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,366 miles
    Test number
    949250656961
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass80,644 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    419488854254
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail80,561 miles (+7,913)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,561 miles
    Test number
    618332254244
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass72,648 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    708475933145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Fail72,647 miles (+7,106)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    315573633112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass65,541 miles (+1)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,541 miles
    Test number
    685274942188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteMiddle to rear exhaust slightly corroded at join

  27. Fail65,540 miles (+7,054)1 dangerous6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,540 miles
    Test number
    935866332148
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteMiddle to rear exhaust slightly corroded at join

  28. Pass58,486 miles (+277)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,486 miles
    Test number
    989906421136
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront diff slightly leaking
    • NoteRear chassis starting to corrode

  29. Fail58,209 miles (+8,306)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    635741511175
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront diff slightly leaking
    • NoteRear chassis starting to corrode

  30. Pass49,903 miles (+9,482)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,903 miles
    Test number
    433933300158
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNearside and offside rear chassis starting to corrode

  31. Pass40,421 miles (+6,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,421 miles
    Test number
    102060099485
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  32. Pass33,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    844372698016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail33,608 miles (+8,664)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    600311398090
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  34. Pass24,944 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,944 miles
    Test number
    721526177037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass23,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,030 miles
    Test number
    241732046238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X781 RDE

Does X781 RDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X781 RDE is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X781 RDE?
The MOT on X781 RDE is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X781 RDE done?
X781 RDE was recorded at 122,991 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,191 miles a year.
Has X781 RDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 RDE has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on X781 RDE 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 X781 RDE find?
X781 RDE passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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