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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

L11 OJYMOT history

L11 OJY is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

L11 OJY black 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,522 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 OJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 OJY was last recorded at 95,522 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,733 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
789 miles
Average per year
4,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,522 miles
  • 2025 – 91,069 miles
  • 2023 – 87,942 miles
  • 2022 – 85,386 miles
  • 2021 – 81,050 miles
  • 2020 – 76,292 miles
  • 2019 – 72,887 miles
  • 2018 – 69,849 miles
  • 2017 – 67,364 miles
  • 2016 – 64,574 miles
  • 2015 – 61,405 miles
  • 2014 – 56,883 miles
  • 2013 – 49,327 miles
  • 2012 – 43,286 miles
  • 2011 – 38,064 miles
  • 2010 – 30,274 miles
  • 2009 – 26,299 miles
  • 2008 – 19,838 miles
  • 2007 – 16,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,522 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,522 miles (+789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,522 miles
    Test number
    532358882378
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail94,733 miles (+3,664)4 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,733 miles
    Test number
    994881119956
    • DangerousFront arm to steering box loose causing excess play
    • DangerousFront steering arm at front bolt loose causing excess movement
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousUnable to check all steering components correctly as to much play in steering
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass91,069 miles (+286)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    196596248695
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear axle A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,783 miles (+2,841)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,783 miles
    Test number
    280337124352
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear axle A frame ball joint dust boot perished and cracking. Strong Advise. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Damaged and frayed. (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,942 miles (+668)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,942 miles
    Test number
    494302252081
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail87,274 miles (+1,888)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,274 miles
    Test number
    216667442763
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre row (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,386 miles (+4,336)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    237867891614
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear chassis and suspension components

  8. Pass81,050 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,050 miles
    Test number
    932939766374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Between caliper and flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Between caliper and flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail81,048 miles (+189)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,048 miles
    Test number
    667537701468
    • MajorSub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt "A" frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Between caliper and flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Between caliper and flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail80,859 miles3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    163716763864
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn rear A frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail80,859 miles (+4,567)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    754579898121
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass76,292 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,292 miles
    Test number
    390743474368
    • AdvisoryRear axle (A FRAME ) ball joint boot deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering damper has slight movement

  13. Fail76,265 miles (+3,378)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,265 miles
    Test number
    668961610737
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle (A FRAME ) ball joint boot deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering damper has slight movement

  14. Pass72,887 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,887 miles
    Test number
    195177525538
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s seat belt lower mounting points starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossbeam (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome bolts not fitted on tow bar

  15. Fail72,887 miles (+3,038)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,887 miles
    Test number
    292943551048
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s seat belt lower mounting points starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossbeam (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome bolts not fitted on tow bar

  16. Pass69,849 miles (+2,485)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,849 miles
    Test number
    420304370306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySharp edges on side steps covered with tape.
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play at steering box linkage. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  17. Pass67,364 miles (+2,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,364 miles
    Test number
    931841558428
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres very old and perishing

  18. Pass64,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,574 miles
    Test number
    487785785559
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front, front to rear & rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slight age related cracking

  19. Fail64,574 miles (+3,169)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,574 miles
    Test number
    546458484114
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front, front to rear & rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slight age related cracking

  20. Pass61,405 miles (+4,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,405 miles
    Test number
    456028215131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass56,883 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    139507904101
    • NoteOffside front wheel slightly stiff to rotate

  22. Fail56,883 miles (+7,556)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    936007204155
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front wheel slightly stiff to rotate

  23. Pass49,327 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,327 miles
    Test number
    846787103143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,286 miles (+5,222)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,286 miles
    Test number
    756888712167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,064 miles (+7,790)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,064 miles
    Test number
    195183921184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,274 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    30,274 miles
    Test number
    890836710187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,299 miles (+6,461)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,299 miles
    Test number
    714238639159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,838 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,838 miles
    Test number
    261025238173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,412 miles
    Test number
    682587637109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 OJY

Does L11 OJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 OJY is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 OJY?
The MOT on L11 OJY is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 OJY done?
L11 OJY was recorded at 95,522 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,128 miles a year.
Has L11 OJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 OJY has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 OJY 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 L11 OJY find?
L11 OJY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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