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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1987 · 2,496 cc

909 LDEMOT history

909 LDE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 63,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

909 LDE green 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 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,908 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
909 LDE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

909 LDE was last recorded at 63,908 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2024: 63,617 miles, lower than 65,580 miles on 27 Nov 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
63,617 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
291 miles
Average per year
1,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,908 miles
  • 2024 – 63,617 miles
  • 2023 – 65,580 miles
  • 2022 – 62,263 miles
  • 2021 – 60,990 miles
  • 2020 – 60,715 miles
  • 2019 – 59,423 miles
  • 2018 – 58,697 miles
  • 2017 – 57,706 miles
  • 2016 – 56,480 miles
  • 2015 – 55,245 miles
  • 2014 – 53,162 miles
  • 2013 – 50,348 miles
  • 2012 – 44,446 miles
  • 2011 – 37,587 miles
  • 2009 – 37,409 miles
  • 2008 – 36,471 miles
  • 2007 – 35,417 miles
  • 2006 – 34,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,908 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,908 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,908 miles
    Test number
    306491504653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,617 miles (-1,963)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,617 miles
    Test number
    229658857336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass65,580 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    356123209018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,263 miles
    Test number
    899091421135
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail62,263 miles (+1,273)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,263 miles
    Test number
    365010126466
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass60,990 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,990 miles
    Test number
    738374815233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,715 miles (+1,292)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    60,715 miles
    Test number
    490025045599
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush has slight play
  8. Pass59,423 miles (+726)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,423 miles
    Test number
    157612078669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTail pipe corroded
  9. Pass58,697 miles (+991)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,697 miles
    Test number
    633820901321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe corroded and holed
  10. Pass57,706 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    296122292627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,480 miles
    Test number
    200041227435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,480 miles (+1,235)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,480 miles
    Test number
    270030808028
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
  13. Pass55,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,245 miles
    Test number
    494716073160
    • 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)
  14. Fail55,245 miles (+2,083)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,245 miles
    Test number
    555804952614
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
  15. Pass53,162 miles (+2,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,162 miles
    Test number
    318810514346
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
  16. Pass50,348 miles (+5,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    699191613357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  17. Pass44,446 miles (+6,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,446 miles
    Test number
    285594602388
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
  18. Pass37,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,587 miles
    Test number
    368681711311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,587 miles (+178)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,587 miles
    Test number
    608741711364
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)
  20. Pass37,409 miles (+938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,409 miles
    Test number
    551859689103
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
  21. Pass36,471 miles (+1,054)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,471 miles
    Test number
    591732598113
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteFRONT NO PLATECAN BE READ FROM 20 MEETERS BUT NEEDS TO MOUNTED VERTICALY
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
  22. Pass35,417 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    831937087174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,624 miles
    Test number
    322625886192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 909 LDE

What vehicle is registration 909 LDE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 909 LDE on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1987. 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 909 LDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 909 LDE is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 909 LDE?
The MOT on 909 LDE is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 909 LDE done?
909 LDE was recorded at 63,908 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 1,514 miles a year.
Has 909 LDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 909 LDE has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on 909 LDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 909 LDE find?
909 LDE passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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