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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

X8 XCVMOT history

X8 XCV is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

X8 XCV silver 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 6 May 2027
Mileage
85,694 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 XCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 XCV was last recorded at 85,694 miles on 7 May 2026, 84 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,610 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
84 miles
Average per year
3,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,694 miles
  • 2025 – 82,536 miles
  • 2024 – 80,897 miles
  • 2022 – 80,535 miles
  • 2020 – 73,967 miles
  • 2019 – 73,803 miles
  • 2018 – 73,097 miles
  • 2016 – 69,959 miles
  • 2015 – 64,225 miles
  • 2014 – 58,423 miles
  • 2013 – 52,466 miles
  • 2012 – 47,101 miles
  • 2011 – 40,664 miles
  • 2010 – 31,094 miles
  • 2009 – 24,103 miles
  • 2008 – 19,553 miles
  • 2007 – 16,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,694 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,694 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    873374039231
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,610 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    591581282340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank protection holed and corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion NO prescribed area affected

  3. Fail85,604 miles (+3,068)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,604 miles
    Test number
    544090418771
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass82,536 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    82,536 miles
    Test number
    569491377661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,897 miles (+362)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,897 miles
    Test number
    791910611388
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drop Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass80,535 miles (+2,170)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,535 miles
    Test number
    584506420345
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle Bump Stop Pad / Axle Case (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm to Chassis Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm to Chassis Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass78,365 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,365 miles
    Test number
    850538063684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,967 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,967 miles
    Test number
    571552338483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,803 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    906239897270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,097 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,097 miles
    Test number
    308489522900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,959 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,959 miles
    Test number
    138337963782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,225 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,225 miles
    Test number
    280773245666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,423 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,423 miles
    Test number
    415689224445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,466 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,466 miles
    Test number
    128827813358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,101 miles (+6,437)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,101 miles
    Test number
    598911532362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,664 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,664 miles
    Test number
    177058211381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  17. Fail40,664 miles (+9,570)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,664 miles
    Test number
    838198711396
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  18. Pass31,094 miles (+6,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,094 miles
    Test number
    971527630143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass24,103 miles (+4,550)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,103 miles
    Test number
    601401049155
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass19,553 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,553 miles
    Test number
    510969748104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,599 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,599 miles
    Test number
    242725817499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,591 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,591 miles
    Test number
    532964417193
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about X8 XCV

Does X8 XCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 XCV is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 XCV?
The MOT on X8 XCV is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 XCV done?
X8 XCV was recorded at 85,694 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 3,630 miles a year.
Has X8 XCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 XCV has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 XCV 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 XCV find?
X8 XCV passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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