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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,402 cc

X8 DEFMOT history

X8 DEF is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 83,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

X8 DEF black 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,923 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
9 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 DEF was last recorded at 83,923 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 3,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,532 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,391 miles
Average per year
5,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,923 miles
  • 2025 – 80,532 miles
  • 2024 – 76,568 miles
  • 2023 – 64,942 miles
  • 2022 – 57,608 miles
  • 2021 – 52,236 miles
  • 2020 – 52,089 miles
  • 2019 – 49,012 miles
  • 2016 – 46,995 miles
  • 2014 – 26,321 miles
  • 2013 – 14,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,923 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,923 miles (+3,391)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,923 miles
    Test number
    123997147126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass80,532 miles (+3,964)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    985104011399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front oil seal slight leak at akle seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside oil seal leaking slightly at axle seal

  3. Pass76,568 miles (+11,626)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    815104939741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass64,942 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,942 miles
    Test number
    692586593623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Fail64,940 miles (+7,332)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,940 miles
    Test number
    858443775506
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail rear shaft rear joint (at diff) (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass57,608 miles (+5,372)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    57,608 miles
    Test number
    373299749546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop shaft rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass52,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    52,236 miles
    Test number
    856508415521
    • AdvisoryAdvice on heavy underseal all over the underside chassie and front and rear axles

  8. Fail52,236 miles (+147)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,236 miles
    Test number
    923130648538
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvice on heavy underseal all over the underside chassie and front and rear axles

  9. Pass52,089 miles (+3,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,089 miles
    Test number
    122289112613
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass49,012 miles (+2,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,012 miles
    Test number
    140402466966
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass46,995 miles (+20,674)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,995 miles
    Test number
    385301683924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail26,321 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,321 miles
    Test number
    315885264437
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass26,321 miles (+11,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,321 miles
    Test number
    627555164216
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass14,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,953 miles
    Test number
    717077043280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 DEF

Does X8 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 DEF is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 DEF?
The MOT on X8 DEF is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 DEF done?
X8 DEF was recorded at 83,923 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,348 miles a year.
Has X8 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 DEF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on X8 DEF 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 X8 DEF find?
X8 DEF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting, and 3 more.

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