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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1989 · 2,494 cc

A7 LROMOT history

A7 LRO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Jan 1989. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

A7 LRO blue 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 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
113,498 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A7 LRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
10 Jan 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A7 LRO was last recorded at 113,498 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,301 miles · 2 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
2,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,498 miles
  • 2022 – 113,301 miles
  • 2020 – 113,266 miles
  • 2019 – 109,285 miles
  • 2018 – 106,687 miles
  • 2017 – 104,420 miles
  • 2015 – 102,296 miles
  • 2013 – 96,424 miles
  • 2012 – 94,253 miles
  • 2011 – 88,781 miles
  • 2010 – 79,820 miles
  • 2009 – 70,393 miles
  • 2008 – 69,763 miles
  • 2007 – 68,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,498 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both swivel housings has slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,498 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    113,498 miles
    Test number
    939182715238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,301 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    113,301 miles
    Test number
    338333169737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail113,266 miles (+3,981)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,266 miles
    Test number
    640519134885
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mount blushers to arm worn to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle to arm mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corroded around mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired out rigger not welded on top edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg within 30cm of mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central chassis leg corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg corroded around axle arm mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central chassis leg corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,285 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,285 miles
    Test number
    895833750693
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth swivel housings has slight leak

  5. Fail109,285 miles (+2,598)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,285 miles
    Test number
    385357958016
    • DangerousNearside Suspension rod pin or bush likely to become detached and offside rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside and nearside front and rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub cap leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth swivel housings has slight leak

  6. Pass106,687 miles (+2,267)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,687 miles
    Test number
    398345718341
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  7. Pass104,420 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,420 miles
    Test number
    239547573025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,413 miles (+2,117)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,413 miles
    Test number
    264362828658
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt idler arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass102,296 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,296 miles
    Test number
    644137594535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  10. Fail102,285 miles (+2,555)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,285 miles
    Test number
    740314391390
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  11. Pass99,730 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,730 miles
    Test number
    375648305021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,424 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,424 miles
    Test number
    808822653396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,253 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,253 miles
    Test number
    707613862369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,240 miles (+5,459)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,240 miles
    Test number
    138319742301
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass88,781 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,781 miles
    Test number
    955156851388
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear mudflap insecure
    • NoteOil leak from rear axle (SLIGHT)
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
    • NoteTrailer electrical connection insecure

  16. Fail88,781 miles (+8,961)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,781 miles
    Test number
    158165151391
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear mudflap insecure
    • NoteOil leak from rear axle (SLIGHT)
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
    • NoteTrailer electrical connection insecure

  17. Pass79,820 miles (+9,427)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,820 miles
    Test number
    644144850332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass70,393 miles (+630)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    202521249391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth frt aims dim.

  19. Pass69,763 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,763 miles
    Test number
    483877658305
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims poor

  20. Fail69,763 miles (+943)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,763 miles
    Test number
    733147458312
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims poor

  21. Pass68,820 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,820 miles
    Test number
    534585957382
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in lower steering colum bearing

  22. Fail68,820 miles (+1,000)3 dangerous7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,820 miles
    Test number
    434641757463
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in lower steering colum bearing

  23. Pass67,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    944892707042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A7 LRO

Does A7 LRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A7 LRO is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A7 LRO?
The MOT on A7 LRO is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A7 LRO done?
A7 LRO was recorded at 113,498 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 2,380 miles a year.
Has A7 LRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A7 LRO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on A7 LRO 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 A7 LRO find?
A7 LRO passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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