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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

X792 UPDMOT history

X792 UPD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 237,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

X792 UPD green 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
237,701 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X792 UPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X792 UPD was last recorded at 237,701 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 6,631 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,070 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,631 miles
Average per year
7,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,701 miles
  • 2025 – 231,070 miles
  • 2024 – 223,464 miles
  • 2023 – 216,520 miles
  • 2022 – 210,610 miles
  • 2021 – 203,598 miles
  • 2020 – 197,636 miles
  • 2019 – 191,039 miles
  • 2018 – 184,316 miles
  • 2017 – 174,876 miles
  • 2016 – 167,257 miles
  • 2015 – 159,247 miles
  • 2014 – 151,650 miles
  • 2013 – 143,267 miles
  • 2012 – 133,267 miles
  • 2011 – 125,125 miles
  • 2010 – 117,450 miles
  • 2009 – 108,252 miles
  • 2008 – 101,187 miles
  • 2007 – 91,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,701 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead inside cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,701 miles (+6,631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    237,701 miles
    Test number
    658212977630
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead inside cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass231,070 miles (+7,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    231,070 miles
    Test number
    443387049819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass223,464 miles (+6,944)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    223,464 miles
    Test number
    658278896522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass216,520 miles (+5,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    216,520 miles
    Test number
    446362754588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass210,610 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    210,610 miles
    Test number
    148445530987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass203,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    203,598 miles
    Test number
    103905581963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail203,598 miles (+5,962)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,598 miles
    Test number
    683561736894
    • Repaired at testSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Pass197,636 miles (+6,597)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    197,636 miles
    Test number
    803341388042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass191,039 miles (+6,723)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    191,039 miles
    Test number
    192213129222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass184,316 miles (+9,440)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    184,316 miles
    Test number
    835642857037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass174,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    174,876 miles
    Test number
    426676652170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail174,874 miles (+7,617)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,874 miles
    Test number
    791275658035
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass167,257 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    167,257 miles
    Test number
    594371203259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail167,257 miles (+8,010)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,257 miles
    Test number
    295585439783
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass159,247 miles (+7,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    159,247 miles
    Test number
    807164205205
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass151,650 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    151,650 miles
    Test number
    827093214220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail151,650 miles (+8,383)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,650 miles
    Test number
    715820014297
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass143,267 miles (+10,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    143,267 miles
    Test number
    239195003295
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass133,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    133,267 miles
    Test number
    145638802263
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Fail133,233 miles (+296)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,233 miles
    Test number
    699588202276
    • DangerousHeadlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

  21. Fail132,937 miles (+7,812)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,937 miles
    Test number
    699685792188
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly worn.

  22. Pass125,125 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    125,125 miles
    Test number
    187058481143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,450 miles (+9,198)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    117,450 miles
    Test number
    543916480185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass108,252 miles (+7,065)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    108,252 miles
    Test number
    411693189114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass101,187 miles (+9,229)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    101,187 miles
    Test number
    601126588122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,958 miles
    Test number
    650907077115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X792 UPD

Does X792 UPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X792 UPD is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X792 UPD?
The MOT on X792 UPD is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X792 UPD done?
X792 UPD was recorded at 237,701 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 7,582 miles a year.
Has X792 UPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X792 UPD has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X792 UPD 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 X792 UPD find?
X792 UPD passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead inside cab, and 1 more.

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