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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

8860 ELMOT history

8860 EL is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Nov 1994. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 172,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2023.

8860 EL white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2024
Mileage
172,631 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8860 EL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Nov 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

8860 EL was last recorded at 172,631 miles on 6 Jul 2023, 548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,083 miles · 24 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
548 miles
Average per year
3,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,631 miles
  • 2021 – 172,083 miles
  • 2020 – 172,002 miles
  • 2019 – 171,183 miles
  • 2018 – 170,992 miles
  • 2017 – 170,418 miles
  • 2016 – 169,363 miles
  • 2014 – 162,987 miles
  • 2013 – 155,237 miles
  • 2012 – 149,394 miles
  • 2011 – 141,059 miles
  • 2010 – 135,427 miles
  • 2009 – 133,329 miles
  • 2008 – 131,478 miles
  • 2007 – 124,854 miles
  • 2005 – 116,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,631 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TOP AXLE (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,631 miles (+548)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,631 miles
    Test number
    410762043216
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated TOP AXLE (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass172,083 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    172,083 miles
    Test number
    276290544751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail172,002 miles (+819)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,002 miles
    Test number
    802000850090
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass171,183 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,183 miles
    Test number
    313204662878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass170,992 miles (+574)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    170,992 miles
    Test number
    890337207539
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body mount corroded/holed,all other body mounting areas in good condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints leaking

  6. Pass170,418 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    170,418 miles
    Test number
    413523220756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floorpan corroded,not within 30cm of components
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint weeping

  7. Fail170,418 miles (+1,055)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,418 miles
    Test number
    392306078495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floorpan corroded,not within 30cm of components
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint weeping

  8. Pass169,363 miles (+6,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,363 miles
    Test number
    726408041855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass162,987 miles (+7,750)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    162,987 miles
    Test number
    679874364048
    • NoteFront ns floor corroded

  10. Pass155,237 miles (+5,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    155,237 miles
    Test number
    735080453061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass149,394 miles (+54)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    149,394 miles
    Test number
    226089862021
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll light general corrosion
    • NoteFront swivels weaping
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail149,340 miles (+8,281)10 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,340 miles
    Test number
    286452162022
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureHorn is a bell (1.6.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll light general corrosion
    • NoteFront swivels weaping
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass141,059 miles (+25)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    599497861066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear cross member corroded and holed but not in 30cm radius due to no tow bar being fitted

  14. Fail141,034 miles (+5,607)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,034 miles
    Test number
    227563961089
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear cross member corroded and holed but not in 30cm radius due to no tow bar being fitted

  15. Fail135,427 miles2 repaired4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,427 miles
    Test number
    300691160080
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear crossmember corroded
    • NoteFRont swivels weaping
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteTow bar removed at time of test

  16. Pass135,427 miles (+2,098)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    135,427 miles
    Test number
    573541760091
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear crossmember corroded
    • NoteFRont swivels weaping
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteTow bar removed at time of test

  17. Pass133,329 miles (+1,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    133,329 miles
    Test number
    112874739424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass131,478 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    131,478 miles
    Test number
    431407818071
    • NoteAdvize both rear tyres worn close to legal requirements

  19. Fail131,478 miles (+6,624)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,478 miles
    Test number
    472965418080
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAdvize both rear tyres worn close to legal requirements

  20. Pass124,854 miles (+8,803)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    172753007062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,051 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,051 miles
    Test number
    200259915333
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  22. Pass116,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    116,051 miles
    Test number
    343019415389
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Questions about 8860 EL

What vehicle is registration 8860 EL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8860 EL on a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Nov 1994. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8860 EL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 8860 EL expired on 5 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 8860 EL?
The MOT on 8860 EL expired on 5 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 8860 EL done?
8860 EL was recorded at 172,631 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2023, an average of 3,208 miles a year.
Has 8860 EL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8860 EL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on 8860 EL 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 8860 EL find?
8860 EL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear upper suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top axle; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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