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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X797 BFBMOT history

X797 BFB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 185,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

X797 BFB white 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
185,447 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 BFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 BFB was last recorded at 185,447 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 3,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,155 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,292 miles
Average per year
6,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,447 miles
  • 2025 – 182,155 miles
  • 2023 – 179,913 miles
  • 2022 – 174,368 miles
  • 2021 – 167,448 miles
  • 2020 – 160,910 miles
  • 2019 – 157,883 miles
  • 2018 – 149,811 miles
  • 2017 – 146,950 miles
  • 2016 – 146,673 miles
  • 2015 – 145,205 miles
  • 2014 – 140,443 miles
  • 2012 – 130,813 miles
  • 2011 – 120,265 miles
  • 2010 – 107,193 miles
  • 2009 – 95,492 miles
  • 2008 – 88,307 miles
  • 2007 – 82,486 miles
  • 2006 – 67,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,447 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Too much oil in engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine and gearbox oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,447 miles (+3,292)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    185,447 miles
    Test number
    570968201907
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass182,155 miles (+2,242)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,155 miles
    Test number
    110200143084
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass179,913 miles (+20)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    179,913 miles
    Test number
    104084845297
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor and bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryToo much oil in engine

  4. Fail179,893 miles (+5,525)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,893 miles
    Test number
    590363853031
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades splitting (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working correctly on constant with headlamps (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor and bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryToo much oil in engine

  5. Pass174,368 miles (+6,920)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    174,368 miles
    Test number
    426558595384
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear flexible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass167,448 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    167,448 miles
    Test number
    516798352932
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels corroding
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  7. Fail167,427 miles (+6,517)3 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,427 miles
    Test number
    897607532106
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both sides catching axle in full lock (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted caliper pin clip missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush movement (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels corroding
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryToo much oil in engine
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  8. Pass160,910 miles (+3,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    160,910 miles
    Test number
    932672286502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass157,883 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    157,883 miles
    Test number
    711868784831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension turret starting to corrode

  10. Fail157,881 miles (+8,070)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,881 miles
    Test number
    368458863960
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension turret starting to corrode

  11. Pass149,811 miles (+2,861)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    149,811 miles
    Test number
    906055049130
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to crack and perish
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight leak from o/s/f hub seal
    • AdvisorySteering damper rubber cracked
    • AdvisoryTransfer box leaking oil

  12. Pass146,950 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,950 miles
    Test number
    125737465370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,673 miles (+1,468)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    146,673 miles
    Test number
    294441672584
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront steering drop arm has slight play in ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low tread
    • AdvisoryRadiator expanded at top

  14. Pass145,205 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    145,205 miles
    Test number
    727118955061
    • NoteNot all brake pipes visible

  15. Fail145,205 miles (+4,762)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,205 miles
    Test number
    185124455496
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNot all brake pipes visible

  16. Pass140,443 miles (+9,630)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,443 miles
    Test number
    527594464088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNot all brake pipes visble
    • NoteSteering damper seeping

  17. Pass130,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    130,813 miles
    Test number
    416365742376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail130,813 miles (+10,548)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,813 miles
    Test number
    939662632307
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  19. Pass120,265 miles (+13,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    120,265 miles
    Test number
    227472221368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  20. Pass107,193 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    107,193 miles
    Test number
    693001520363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,184 miles (+11,692)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,184 miles
    Test number
    460400820417
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass95,492 miles (+7,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,492 miles
    Test number
    801335619336
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass88,307 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,307 miles
    Test number
    593000018394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,301 miles (+5,815)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,301 miles
    Test number
    740496698229
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass82,486 miles (+15,119)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,486 miles
    Test number
    844187217350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    790004816393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X797 BFB

Does X797 BFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 BFB is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 BFB?
The MOT on X797 BFB is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 BFB done?
X797 BFB was recorded at 185,447 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 6,020 miles a year.
Has X797 BFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 BFB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on X797 BFB 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 X797 BFB find?
X797 BFB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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