LAND ROVER DEFENDER M55SON has 33 MOTs

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This 1995 LAND ROVER DEFENDER has Passed 20 MOTs and Failed 13 times since 2005

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 113,582 miles 3 months ago on Monday 2nd March 2026 at 08:36.

The current MOT will expire in 9 months on Monday 1st March 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 8 months on Monday 1st February 2027.

M55SON MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED1ST MARCH 2027113,582 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Integral Body Structure Is Corroded But Structural Rigidity Is Not Significantly Reduced Body Mounting Point At Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Integral Body Structure Is Corroded But Structural Rigidity Is Not Significantly Reduced Body Mounting Point At Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Rod Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Panhard Rod Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAILED19TH FEBRUARY 2026113,581 MI
 
  1. MINOR - Rear Registration Plate Lamp Inoperative In The Case Of Multiple Lamps Or Light Sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases Front Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Front Brake Hose Excessively Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Front Brake Hose Excessively Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Integral Body Structure Is Corroded But Structural Rigidity Is Not Significantly Reduced Body Mounting Point At Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Front Integral Body Structure Is Corroded But Structural Rigidity Is Not Significantly Reduced Body Mounting Point At Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Rod Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Panhard Rod Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Service Brake Excessively Fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  11. MAJOR - Offside Rear Service Brake Excessively Fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  12. MAJOR - Service Brake Efficiency Below Requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
PASSED27TH FEBRUARY 202526TH FEBRUARY 2026113,198 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Seat Belt Webbing Slightly Damaged Or Frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  4. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. MINOR - Offside Rear Registration Plate Lamp Inoperative In The Case Of Multiple Lamps Or Light Sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Inner Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Front Inner Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Drag Link End Ball Joint Has Slight Play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
FAILED14TH FEBRUARY 2025113,196 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Seat Belt Webbing Slightly Damaged Or Frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  4. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. MINOR - Offside Rear Registration Plate Lamp Inoperative In The Case Of Multiple Lamps Or Light Sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Inner Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Front Inner Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  8. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Drag Link End Ball Joint Has Slight Play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. MAJOR - Central Rear Vehicle Structure Corroded To The Extent That The Rigidity Of The Assembly Is Significantly Reduced Crossmember Is Corroded And Holed, Both Sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Has Excessive Corrosion, Seriously Affecting Its Strength Within 30cm Of A Body Mounting Beside Bump Stop Area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  11. MAJOR - Offside Rear Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Has Excessive Corrosion, Seriously Affecting Its Strength Within 30cm Of A Body Mounting Beside Bump Stop Area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
PASSED7TH FEBRUARY 202417TH FEBRUARY 2025112,366 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Out Rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Front Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Out Rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Rod Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Panard Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAILED2ND FEBRUARY 2024112,366 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Out Rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Front Vehicle Structure Or Chassis Corroded Within 30cm Of A Mounting, But Not Seriously Affecting Overall Security Out Rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. MAJOR - Offside Rear Vehicle Structure Excessively Corroded Within 30cm Of Towbar Mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Rod Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Panard Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
PASSED16TH FEBRUARY 202317TH FEBRUARY 2024111,856 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trail Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trail Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Fluid Leak, But Not Excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FAILED13TH FEBRUARY 2023111,854 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Fractured Significantly Reducing Structural Strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trail Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trail Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Fluid Leak, But Not Excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. MINOR - Central Rear Suspension Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Severely Deteriorated A Frame Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
PASSED1ST FEBRUARY 202217TH FEBRUARY 2023110,445 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Service Brake Fluctuating, But Not Excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. MINOR - Steering Box Leaking Oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
FAILED28TH JANUARY 2022110,444 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Nearside Front Brake Pipe Excessively Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  2. MAJOR - Offside Front Brake Pipe Excessively Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Front Brake Pipe Excessively Corroded At Calliper (1.1.11 (c))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Front Brake Pipe Excessively Corroded At Calliper (1.1.11 (c))
  5. MAJOR - Offside Front Service Brake Excessively Fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Service Brake Fluctuating, But Not Excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Disc Worn, Pitted Or Scored, But Not Seriously Weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Upper Shock Absorbers Has A Slightly Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
  10. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorbers Has An Excessively Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
  11. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. MINOR - Steering Box Leaking Oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  13. MAJOR - Rear Fog Lamp Not Working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  14. MAJOR - Offside Headlamp Insecure (4.1.1 (c))
PASSED1ST FEBRUARY 202117TH FEBRUARY 2022108,272 MI
PASSED30TH JANUARY 202017TH FEBRUARY 2021107,399 MI
FAILED30TH JANUARY 2020107,399 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Rear Fog Lamp Not Working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
PASSED8TH FEBRUARY 201917TH FEBRUARY 2020104,495 MI
FAILED8TH FEBRUARY 2019104,493 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Rear Fog Lamp Not Working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Power Steering Component Has Slight Seepage From A Component S/box (2.1.5 (a))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Drag Link End Ball Joint Has Excessive Play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. MAJOR - Steering Linkage Ball Joint Has Excessive Play Drop Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. DANGEROUS - Offside Front Tyre Has Ply Or Cords Exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
PASSED25TH JANUARY 201817TH FEBRUARY 2019100,137 MI
PASSED24TH JANUARY 201717TH FEBRUARY 201897,684 MI
PASSED18TH FEBRUARY 201617TH FEBRUARY 201794,770 MI
PASSED11TH JUNE 201410TH JUNE 201587,078 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has A Slightly Worn Bush (2.7.4)
FAILED6TH JUNE 201487,078 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Obligatory Mirror Seriously Damaged, Affecting The Rear View (8.1.2a)
  2. FAIL - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (8.2.3)
  3. FAIL - Offside Headlamp Aim Too Low (1.8)
  4. FAIL - Rear Fog Lamp Not Working (1.3.2b)
  5. FAIL - Nearside Front Front Wheel Bearing Rough When Rotated (2.5.a.2)
  6. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has A Slightly Worn Bush (2.7.4)
  7. USER ENTERED - Prop-Shaft Universal Joint Worn
FAILED11TH APRIL 201383,801 MI
 
  1. PRS - Nearside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  2. PRS - Offside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  3. PRS - Rear Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (3.5.1g)
PASSED11TH APRIL 201310TH APRIL 201483,801 MI
PASSED26TH JANUARY 201225TH JANUARY 201381,925 MI
PASSED4TH APRIL 20113RD APRIL 201280,990 MI
FAILED30TH MARCH 201180,986 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Obligatory Mirror Missing (8.1.1)
  2. FAIL - Front Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (3.5.1g)
PASSED4TH MARCH 20103RD MARCH 201178,993 MI
FAILED3RD FEBRUARY 201078,970 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Centre Seat Belt Locking Mechanism Does Not Secure Or Release (5.2.5a)
  2. FAIL - Offside Obligatory Mirror Missing (8.1.1)
  3. FAIL - Horn Not Working (1.6.2a)
  4. FAIL - Offside Front Track Rod End Ball Joint Has Excessive Play (2.2.b.1f)
  5. FAIL - Nearside Front Wheel Bearing Has Excessive Play (2.5.a.3c)
  6. FAIL - Offside Front Wheel Bearing Has Excessive Play (2.5.a.3c)
  7. FAIL - Parking Brake Lever Has No Reserve Travel (3.1.6b)
  8. USER ENTERED - Propshaft Component Defective
PASSED12TH DECEMBER 200814TH DECEMBER 200976,351 MI
PASSED7TH DECEMBER 200714TH DECEMBER 200874,799 MI
FAILED7TH DECEMBER 200774,799 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Rear Position Lamp(s) Incomplete (1.1.4a)
  2. FAIL - Offside Stop Lamp Not Working (1.2.1b)
  3. FAIL - Offside Rear Fog Lamp Not Working (1.3.2b)
  4. FAIL - Offside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
  5. FAIL - Rear Exhaust Has A Major Leak Of Exhaust Gases (7.1.2)
PASSED15TH DECEMBER 200614TH DECEMBER 200772,760 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
PASSED8TH DECEMBER 20056TH DECEMBER 200669,552 MI
FAILED2ND DECEMBER 200569,547 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Radius Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  2. FAIL - Nearside Radius Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

M55SON Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 61% | MOT Failure Rate: 39%

M55SON MOT Comments

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M55SON Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 113,582 miles | Average yearly mileage: 3,664 miles

M55SON FAQs

This Land Rover Defender with registration M55SON was manufactured on Sunday 31st December 1995 so it is currently 30 years old. Its colour is Red and it has a 2.5 litre Diesel engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 113,582 miles, so this Land Rover has travelled an average of 3,664 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 33 MOTs on record for this Land Rover Defender beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2005. We can see 13 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means M55SON has a 61% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Land Rover Defender has had 56 Advisories, 3 PRS Notices, 6 Minor, 22 Major, 1 Dangerous and 21 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Land Rover Defender is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 8 months on Monday 1st February 2027 .

Does M55SON have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Wednesday 3rd June 2026 M55SON does have an active MOT. Read more

Is M55SON Taxed?

Yes, as of Wednesday 3rd June 2026 M55SON does have Tax. Read more

When does M55SON Tax expire?

The current Tax for M55SON will expire in 8 months on Monday 1st February 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does M55SON MOT expire?

The current MOT for M55SON will expire in 9 months on Monday 1st March 2027. Read more

When did M55SON have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for M55SON was on Monday 2nd March 2026 at 08:36. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has M55SON Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 33 MOTs on record for M55SON we can see 20 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has M55SON Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 33 MOTs on record for M55SON we can see 13 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 61% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is M55SON?

M55SON is registered as a 1995 Land Rover Defender. Read more

How many miles has M55SON done?

The odometer reading for M55SON at the last MOT in March 2026 was 113,582 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 3,664 miles per year. Read more

How old is M55SON?

The vehicle M55SON was manufactured in 1995 so it is currently 30 years old. It was first registered on Friday 6th January 1995. Read more

What colour is M55SON?

The official colour of M55SON is recorded as Red. Read more

What engine does M55SON have?

M55SON has a 2.5 litre Diesel engine. Read more

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