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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L111 UPEMOT history

L111 UPE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Mar 1995. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 233,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

L111 UPE grey 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 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
233,324 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 UPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
10 Mar 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 UPE was last recorded at 233,324 miles on 29 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jun 2010: 18,814 miles, lower than 183,928 miles on 15 May 2009.

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
233,316 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,324 miles
  • 2025 – 230,197 miles
  • 2024 – 225,869 miles
  • 2023 – 221,901 miles
  • 2022 – 218,433 miles
  • 2021 – 213,997 miles
  • 2020 – 213,746 miles
  • 2017 – 210,619 miles
  • 2016 – 208,751 miles
  • 2014 – 204,220 miles
  • 2013 – 195,169 miles
  • 2012 – 192,970 miles
  • 2011 – 191,402 miles
  • 2010 – 188,161 miles
  • 2009 – 183,928 miles
  • 2008 – 174,756 miles
  • 2007 – 167,424 miles
  • 2006 – 158,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,324 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Both front Axle swivel ball housings weeping.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass233,324 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    233,324 miles
    Test number
    358481676275
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail233,316 miles (+3,119)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,316 miles
    Test number
    704383040298
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass230,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    230,197 miles
    Test number
    439050636183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail230,197 miles (+4,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,197 miles
    Test number
    732434369757
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass225,869 miles (+3,968)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    225,869 miles
    Test number
    138106432974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass221,901 miles (+74)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    221,901 miles
    Test number
    201178054392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail221,827 miles (+3,394)8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,827 miles
    Test number
    357544319768
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength many places along chassis as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened as marked (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength many places along chassis as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass218,433 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    218,433 miles
    Test number
    649262043802
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front Axle swivel ball housings weeping.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outrigger corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail218,421 miles (+4,424)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,421 miles
    Test number
    178042868187
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front Axle swivel ball housings weeping.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outrigger corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass213,997 miles (+251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    213,997 miles
    Test number
    310259916561
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis underseild

  11. Pass213,746 miles (+3,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    213,746 miles
    Test number
    842396069652
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass210,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    210,619 miles
    Test number
    971069418089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail210,619 miles (+1,868)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,619 miles
    Test number
    983316564988
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams switch does not stay in main beam position when operated (1.7.4b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty sidelamp position operates headlamps, headlamp position operates increased intensity (1.7.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp led unit flickers (1.7.5c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  14. Pass208,751 miles (+4,531)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    208,751 miles
    Test number
    122776259294
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass204,220 miles (+9,051)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    204,220 miles
    Test number
    289639074206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass195,169 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    195,169 miles
    Test number
    917412983297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail192,970 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,970 miles
    Test number
    387184782280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass192,970 miles (+1,568)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    192,970 miles
    Test number
    718974482222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass191,402 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    191,402 miles
    Test number
    255869921340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail191,352 miles (+3,191)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,352 miles
    Test number
    915520521389
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass188,161 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    188,161 miles
    Test number
    563223360202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail188,157 miles (+169,343)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,157 miles
    Test number
    424712050214
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail18,814 miles (-165,114)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,814 miles
    Test number
    963675570147
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  24. Pass183,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    183,928 miles
    Test number
    342575539177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail183,928 miles (+9,172)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,928 miles
    Test number
    633184139198
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass174,756 miles (+7,332)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    174,756 miles
    Test number
    173227258063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass167,424 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    167,424 miles
    Test number
    334793857027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass158,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    158,580 miles
    Test number
    843874556079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 UPE

Does L111 UPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 UPE is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 UPE?
The MOT on L111 UPE is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 UPE done?
L111 UPE was recorded at 233,324 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,689 miles a year.
Has L111 UPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 UPE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L111 UPE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L111 UPE find?
L111 UPE passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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