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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X798 FAWMOT history

X798 FAW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

X798 FAW green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
162,937 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X798 FAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X798 FAW was last recorded at 162,937 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,435 miles · 1 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
502 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,937 miles
  • 2024 – 162,435 miles
  • 2023 – 162,015 miles
  • 2022 – 161,475 miles
  • 2021 – 161,027 miles
  • 2019 – 160,511 miles
  • 2018 – 155,217 miles
  • 2017 – 148,323 miles
  • 2016 – 142,496 miles
  • 2015 – 134,786 miles
  • 2014 – 128,579 miles
  • 2013 – 122,321 miles
  • 2012 – 116,112 miles
  • 2011 – 108,938 miles
  • 2010 – 101,133 miles
  • 2009 – 95,944 miles
  • 2008 – 91,389 miles
  • 2006 – 81,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,937 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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,937 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,937 miles
    Test number
    370495240620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass162,435 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    162,435 miles
    Test number
    190143291882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass162,015 miles (+540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    162,015 miles
    Test number
    481629084138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass161,475 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,475 miles
    Test number
    738520819397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,027 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,027 miles
    Test number
    551249666381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,511 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,511 miles
    Test number
    348762938855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass155,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    155,217 miles
    Test number
    243022429994
    • AdvisoryOffside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail155,217 miles (+6,894)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,217 miles
    Test number
    347521207683
    • DangerousOffside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings damper (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction wipers (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass148,323 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    148,323 miles
    Test number
    134974497884
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear trailing arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  10. Fail148,323 miles (+5,827)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,323 miles
    Test number
    324253421400
    • FailureBall joint has had excessive heat applied drop arm from steering box (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front prop uj"s have play
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryVery dirty
  11. Pass142,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,496 miles
    Test number
    863068122675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
  12. Fail142,496 miles (+7,710)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,496 miles
    Test number
    609230558585
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect light cracked (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
  13. Pass134,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    134,786 miles
    Test number
    257752998101
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  14. Fail134,786 miles (+6,207)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,786 miles
    Test number
    540518732146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  15. Pass128,579 miles (+6,258)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,579 miles
    Test number
    526077594247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass122,321 miles (+6,209)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,321 miles
    Test number
    829956593246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass116,112 miles (+122)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    116,112 miles
    Test number
    417782612356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NotePlay in front prop joint
    • NotePlay in rear prop joint
  18. Fail115,990 miles (+7,052)8 failures9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,990 miles
    Test number
    789014002360
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split
    • NotePlay in front prop joint
    • NotePlay in rear prop joint
  19. Pass108,938 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    108,938 miles
    Test number
    727012191248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  20. Fail108,938 miles (+7,805)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,938 miles
    Test number
    637742591208
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass101,133 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    101,133 miles
    Test number
    320735480468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  22. Fail101,133 miles (+5,189)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,133 miles
    Test number
    211515180280
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  23. Pass95,944 miles (+1)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    200993709306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
  24. Fail95,943 miles (+4,554)15 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,943 miles
    Test number
    420430009398
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
  25. Fail91,389 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,389 miles
    Test number
    583402008327
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  26. Pass91,389 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    91,389 miles
    Test number
    622252208375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,651 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    87,651 miles
    Test number
    763616538003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,443 miles (+6,172)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,443 miles
    Test number
    702996818075
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Pass81,271 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    81,271 miles
    Test number
    523157616318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,073 miles11 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,073 miles
    Test number
    502735606309
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFRONT NO. PLATE SLIGHTLY DETERIOATED
    • NoteHANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL SLIGHTLY HIGH
    • NoteSTEERING BOX HAS SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • NoteSTEERING DAMPER BOTTOM BUSH HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Questions about X798 FAW

Does X798 FAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X798 FAW expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X798 FAW?
The MOT on X798 FAW expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X798 FAW done?
X798 FAW was recorded at 162,937 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has X798 FAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X798 FAW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on X798 FAW 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 X798 FAW find?
X798 FAW passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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