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Land Rover Defender

Blue and Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L119 HYPMOT history

L119 HYP is a blue and black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 5,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

L119 HYP 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 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
5,368 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L119 HYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L119 HYP was last recorded at 5,368 miles on 11 May 2026, 321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2010: 100,008 miles, lower than 100,009 miles on 1 Jun 2009.
  • 26 May 2015: 172 miles, lower than 100,008 miles on 23 May 2013.
  • 28 May 2019: 204 miles, lower than 1,494 miles on 29 May 2018.

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
5,047 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 5,368 miles
  • 2025 – 5,047 miles
  • 2024 – 4,589 miles
  • 2023 – 4,221 miles
  • 2022 – 3,284 miles
  • 2021 – 2,787 miles
  • 2020 – 2,398 miles
  • 2019 – 204 miles
  • 2018 – 1,494 miles
  • 2017 – 908 miles
  • 2016 – 560 miles
  • 2015 – 172 miles
  • 2013 – 100,008 miles
  • 2012 – 100,008 miles
  • 2011 – 100,008 miles
  • 2010 – 100,008 miles
  • 2009 – 100,009 miles
  • 2008 – 100,005 miles
  • 2007 – 100,002 miles
  • 2006 – 100,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass5,368 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Chassis heavily under sealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass5,368 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    5,368 miles
    Test number
    148546833853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass5,047 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    5,047 miles
    Test number
    606957352953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail5,042 miles (+453)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,042 miles
    Test number
    431786465442
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Axle diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass4,589 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    4,589 miles
    Test number
    211811218696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass4,221 miles (+937)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    4,221 miles
    Test number
    473781386072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass3,284 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    3,284 miles
    Test number
    166685638092
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass2,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    2,787 miles
    Test number
    773406759172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail2,787 miles (+389)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,787 miles
    Test number
    456936301430
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass2,398 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    2,398 miles
    Test number
    523687753121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail2,396 miles (+2,192)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,396 miles
    Test number
    536383342489
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass204 miles (-1,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    204 miles
    Test number
    965650584369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (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))

  12. Pass1,494 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    1,494 miles
    Test number
    248538386933
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily under sealed

  13. Fail1,403 miles (+495)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,403 miles
    Test number
    332818635944
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside front & nearside rear tyres cracked & splitting

  14. Pass908 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    908 miles
    Test number
    462140335996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    560 miles
    Test number
    392701658999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail560 miles (+388)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    560 miles
    Test number
    251337443415
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryWipers in poor condition

  17. Pass172 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    172 miles
    Test number
    139369645125
    • NoteRear brake discs are rusty.

  18. Fail172 miles4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172 miles
    Test number
    166986745110
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear axle brake pipes are very rusty.
    • NoteRear brake discs are rusty.
    • NoteUnderside covered badly with underseal

  19. PassMileage not read4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    349910454115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust pipe slighty rusty

  20. Pass100,008 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    307063643161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front kingpin has a slight leak

  21. Fail100,008 miles1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    166853443189
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front kingpin has a slight leak

  22. Pass100,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    546451432161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100,008 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    255065521119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight oil leak at steering box

  24. Pass100,008 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    850586040176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass100,009 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    642452559194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail100,005 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    340401748182
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass100,005 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    703091848158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    100,002 miles
    Test number
    520415957112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    100,002 miles
    Test number
    112064346197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail100,002 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,002 miles
    Test number
    691103446103
    • FailureFront Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about L119 HYP

Does L119 HYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L119 HYP is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L119 HYP?
The MOT on L119 HYP is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L119 HYP done?
L119 HYP was recorded at 5,368 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026.
Has L119 HYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L119 HYP has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L119 HYP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 26 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L119 HYP find?
L119 HYP passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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