Land Rover logo

Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1983 · 2,495 cc

A276 LLSMOT history

A276 LLS is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Feb 1984. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 249,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
249,850 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,341 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for A276 LLS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
A276 LLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1983
First used
3 Feb 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

A276 LLS was last recorded at 249,850 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 1,883 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,967 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,883 miles
Average per year
3,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 249,850 miles
  • 2022 – 247,967 miles
  • 2021 – 245,639 miles
  • 2020 – 243,682 miles
  • 2019 – 239,657 miles
  • 2018 – 236,233 miles
  • 2017 – 234,095 miles
  • 2016 – 228,936 miles
  • 2014 – 228,906 miles
  • 2012 – 226,916 miles
  • 2010 – 220,037 miles
  • 2009 – 210,972 miles
  • 2008 – 202,087 miles
  • 2007 – 200,344 miles
  • 2006 – 191,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,850 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

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.

  • Central bolt on crossmember in centre corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside front axle seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Drop arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,850 miles (+1,883)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    249,850 miles
    Test number
    416452234692
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  2. Pass247,967 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    247,967 miles
    Test number
    509214373279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail247,957 miles (+2,318)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,957 miles
    Test number
    622853811079
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass245,639 miles (+1,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    245,639 miles
    Test number
    917831401594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass243,682 miles (+4,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    243,682 miles
    Test number
    578530322975
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at tail pipe over axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass239,657 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    239,657 miles
    Test number
    513292620530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass236,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    236,233 miles
    Test number
    436382101154
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy first pipe and silencer blowing on joints (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Fail236,233 miles (+2,138)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,233 miles
    Test number
    367914261168
    • Repaired at testSteering component casing not properly attached steering support arm (2.1.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy first pipe and silencer blowing on joints (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Pass234,095 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    234,095 miles
    Test number
    701080039941
    • AdvisoryCentral bolt on crossmember in centre corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle seal leaking

  10. Fail234,091 miles (+5,155)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,091 miles
    Test number
    402242876568
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureTowbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral bolt on crossmember in centre corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle seal leaking

  11. Pass228,936 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    228,936 miles
    Test number
    796392172624
    • AdvisoryDrop arm ball joint has slight play

  12. Fail228,925 miles (+19)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,925 miles
    Test number
    286702038666
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDrop arm ball joint has slight play

  13. Fail228,906 miles (+1,990)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,906 miles
    Test number
    606344924325
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass226,916 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    226,916 miles
    Test number
    215321552400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass220,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    220,037 miles
    Test number
    321089520303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail220,037 miles (+104)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,037 miles
    Test number
    443179920384
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail219,933 miles (+8,961)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,933 miles
    Test number
    361895340425
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass210,972 miles (+8,885)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    210,972 miles
    Test number
    520149919237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass202,087 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    202,087 miles
    Test number
    501286538170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass200,344 miles (+8,579)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    200,344 miles
    Test number
    924926337186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass191,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    191,765 miles
    Test number
    932204776053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A276 LLS

Does A276 LLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A276 LLS expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A276 LLS?
The MOT on A276 LLS expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A276 LLS done?
A276 LLS was recorded at 249,850 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 3,341 miles a year.
Has A276 LLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A276 LLS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on A276 LLS 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 A276 LLS find?
A276 LLS passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; various oil leaks.

Related registrations

Browse all A276 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.