Land Rover Defender
Green · Diesel · 2011 · 2,401 cc
X8 XPAMOT history
X8 XPA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,358 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 56,358 mi
- At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 14 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 3,064 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X8 XPA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,401 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2011
- First used
- 12 Sept 2011
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X8 XPA was last recorded at 56,358 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 56,269 miles · 17 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 89 miles
- Average per year
- 3,064 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 56,358 miles
- 2025 – 56,269 miles
- 2024 – 54,604 miles
- 2023 – 52,532 miles
- 2022 – 50,714 miles
- 2021 – 48,728 miles
- 2020 – 46,370 miles
- 2019 – 45,779 miles
- 2018 – 45,028 miles
- 2017 – 43,528 miles
- 2016 – 42,262 miles
- 2015 – 32,729 miles
- 2014 – 21,718 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass56,358 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear suspension rusty
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2024
Full MOT history
20 tests since 7 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass56,358 miles (+89)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 56,358 miles
- Test number
- 503428205456
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,269 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 56,269 miles
- Test number
- 766267750068
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryRear suspension rusty
Fail56,268 miles (+1,664)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,268 miles
- Test number
- 322687233235
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235 85 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryRear suspension rusty
Pass54,604 miles (+22)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 54,604 miles
- Test number
- 525655949378
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member corroded and thin in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and inner cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySurface rust underside
Fail54,582 miles (+2,050)3 major1 minor19 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,582 miles
- Test number
- 275903443090
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- 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 calliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Mudguard insecure
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal leaking
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- 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 calliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside horn inop
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t-box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass52,532 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 52,532 miles
- Test number
- 714270707409
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,532 miles (+1,818)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,532 miles
- Test number
- 800699884853
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Pass50,714 miles (+1,986)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 50,714 miles
- Test number
- 549967304472
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass48,728 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 48,728 miles
- Test number
- 707393685497
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Fail48,726 miles (+2,356)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,726 miles
- Test number
- 704181989801
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass46,370 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 46,370 miles
- Test number
- 297838981948
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail46,370 miles (+591)1 dangerous2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,370 miles
- Test number
- 905147357454
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- Repaired at testOffside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Pass45,779 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 45,779 miles
- Test number
- 602938350965
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail45,775 miles (+747)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 45,775 miles
- Test number
- 753496433730
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
Pass45,028 miles (+1,500)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 45,028 miles
- Test number
- 431131131420
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded
Pass43,528 miles (+1,266)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 43,528 miles
- Test number
- 882795236734
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,262 miles (+9,533)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 42,262 miles
- Test number
- 463109684012
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,729 miles (+11,011)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 32,729 miles
- Test number
- 232985185706
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,718 miles (+11)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 21,718 miles
- Test number
- 507691684222
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,707 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 21,707 miles
- Test number
- 207920184238
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front 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)
Questions about X8 XPA
- Does X8 XPA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 XPA is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X8 XPA?
- The MOT on X8 XPA is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X8 XPA done?
- X8 XPA was recorded at 56,358 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,064 miles a year.
- Has X8 XPA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X8 XPA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on X8 XPA 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 XPA find?
- X8 XPA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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