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Land Rover Defender

Red · Petrol · 1985 · 3,528 cc

A12 ELSMOT history

A12 ELS is a red petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Oct 1985. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 219,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2024.

A12 ELS red 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 31 May 2024
Mileage
219,600 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 ELS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,528 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
14 Oct 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
14 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

A12 ELS was last recorded at 219,600 miles on 14 May 2024, 2,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,269 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,331 miles
Average per year
5,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,600 miles
  • 2023 – 217,269 miles
  • 2022 – 215,108 miles
  • 2021 – 211,856 miles
  • 2020 – 209,469 miles
  • 2019 – 205,891 miles
  • 2018 – 200,669 miles
  • 2017 – 196,044 miles
  • 2016 – 190,711 miles
  • 2015 – 183,148 miles
  • 2014 – 178,642 miles
  • 2013 – 167,071 miles
  • 2012 – 150,459 miles
  • 2011 – 135,292 miles
  • 2010 – 132,291 miles
  • 2009 – 131,449 miles
  • 2008 – 130,457 miles
  • 2007 – 125,872 miles
  • 2006 – 121,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail219,600 miles
  • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Steering fluid leak front of vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seatbelt mounting point area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (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))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body support mounting area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Torsion bar bush contaminated/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring housing prescribed area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis corroded in multiple locations (all marked) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAll cab steps corroded
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipe union/fuel filler neck pipe perished
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks from engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail219,600 miles (+2,331)1 dangerous12 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,600 miles
    Test number
    777754346037
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Steering fluid leak front of vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seatbelt mounting point area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body support mounting area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Torsion bar bush contaminated/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring housing prescribed area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis corroded in multiple locations (all marked) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll cab steps corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm rear bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipe union/fuel filler neck pipe perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks from engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass217,269 miles (+2,161)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    217,269 miles
    Test number
    153811231126
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass215,108 miles (+3,252)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    215,108 miles
    Test number
    777855745825
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass211,856 miles (+2,387)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    211,856 miles
    Test number
    593316239441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass209,469 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    209,469 miles
    Test number
    652718109656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass205,891 miles (+5,222)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    205,891 miles
    Test number
    334276091023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass200,669 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    200,669 miles
    Test number
    293777278192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass196,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    196,044 miles
    Test number
    101866392387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail196,041 miles (+6)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,041 miles
    Test number
    434019301559
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  10. Fail196,035 miles (+5,324)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,035 miles
    Test number
    980491889297
    • FailureCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid brake pipe union (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings footwell (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion footwell (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass190,711 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    190,711 miles
    Test number
    270572257197
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust mount showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail190,708 miles (+7,560)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,708 miles
    Test number
    927956811143
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust mount showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass183,148 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    183,148 miles
    Test number
    626425235124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail183,145 miles (+4,503)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,145 miles
    Test number
    207414435419
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  15. Pass178,642 miles (+11,571)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    178,642 miles
    Test number
    379635634109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass167,071 miles (+16,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    167,071 miles
    Test number
    197241723158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass150,459 miles (+15,167)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    150,459 miles
    Test number
    136771332173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass135,292 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    135,292 miles
    Test number
    577857441141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass132,291 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    132,291 miles
    Test number
    481065340106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass131,449 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    131,449 miles
    Test number
    473475539180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail131,446 miles (+989)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,446 miles
    Test number
    110197329133
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  22. Pass130,457 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    130,457 miles
    Test number
    820356638113
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  23. Fail130,455 miles (+4,583)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,455 miles
    Test number
    702256338198
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  24. Pass125,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    125,872 miles
    Test number
    140223147163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail125,871 miles (+4,121)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,871 miles
    Test number
    140373047100
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass121,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    121,750 miles
    Test number
    523292156131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail121,750 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,750 miles
    Test number
    802904146181
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about A12 ELS

Does A12 ELS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A12 ELS expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A12 ELS?
The MOT on A12 ELS expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A12 ELS done?
A12 ELS was recorded at 219,600 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2024, an average of 5,444 miles a year.
Has A12 ELS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 ELS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2024.
Has the mileage on A12 ELS 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 A12 ELS find?
A12 ELS failed its latest MOT on 14 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering fluid leak front of vehicle; exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan corroded, and 22 more.

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