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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X796 HTDMOT history

X796 HTD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

X796 HTD 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 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,136 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X796 HTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X796 HTD was last recorded at 119,136 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,338 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,798 miles
Average per year
3,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,136 miles
  • 2025 – 116,338 miles
  • 2024 – 113,305 miles
  • 2023 – 110,658 miles
  • 2022 – 108,859 miles
  • 2021 – 106,438 miles
  • 2019 – 105,572 miles
  • 2018 – 100,308 miles
  • 2017 – 99,403 miles
  • 2016 – 99,026 miles
  • 2014 – 90,725 miles
  • 2013 – 87,722 miles
  • 2012 – 84,067 miles
  • 2011 – 79,609 miles
  • 2010 – 76,850 miles
  • 2009 – 56,410 miles
  • 2008 – 56,153 miles
  • 2007 – 52,320 miles
  • 2006 – 48,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,136 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,136 miles (+2,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,136 miles
    Test number
    406057420570
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,338 miles (+3,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    116,338 miles
    Test number
    709645898248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,305 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    113,305 miles
    Test number
    929491532648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,658 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    791822509423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,859 miles
    Test number
    434642309069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail108,859 miles (+2,421)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,859 miles
    Test number
    913285764971
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass106,438 miles (+866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,438 miles
    Test number
    857284807395
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,572 miles (+5,264)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,572 miles
    Test number
    993102041834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel weaping
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel weaping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    798758739942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,308 miles (+905)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    991350556531
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass99,403 miles (+377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,403 miles
    Test number
    275282221034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass99,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,026 miles
    Test number
    711973549628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    115723165414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    748262665040
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass90,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    966623164094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,725 miles (+3,003)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    118599454048
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

  17. Pass87,722 miles (+3,655)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,722 miles
    Test number
    756206453077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split
    • NoteWiper arms slipping on drive spindles

  18. Pass84,067 miles (+4,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,067 miles
    Test number
    989709252063
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass79,609 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,609 miles
    Test number
    216241381035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,850 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    620677570062
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass76,850 miles (+20,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    831667870042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  22. Pass56,410 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,410 miles
    Test number
    304791259042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,153 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,153 miles
    Test number
    490870108133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,320 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,320 miles
    Test number
    693757287066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,625 miles
    Test number
    210455596029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X796 HTD

Does X796 HTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X796 HTD is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X796 HTD?
The MOT on X796 HTD is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X796 HTD done?
X796 HTD was recorded at 119,136 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,528 miles a year.
Has X796 HTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X796 HTD has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on X796 HTD 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 X796 HTD find?
X796 HTD passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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