The road tax status for RV08 VSP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RV08 VSP?

The MOT for RV08 VSP is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RV08 VSP?

The recorded mileage for RV08 VSP is 152,028 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RV08 VSP ULEZ compliant?

No, RV08 VSP does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2008 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · RV08 VSP

RV08 VSP

2008 Land Rover Defender (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 152,028 miles. MOT valid until 29/08/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 29/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 152,028 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 152,028 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2401cc

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RV08 VSP Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2026
152,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring steering items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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RV08 VSP Mileage History

21/08/2024137,675 mi
21/08/2024137,679 mi+4 mi
29/08/2025145,395 mi+7,716 mi
14/08/2026152,023 mi+6,628 mi
20/08/2026152,028 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 7,193 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RV08 VSP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 15:32

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Land Rover Defender (RV08 VSP) between August 2024 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.”; “Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”; “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”.

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