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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

L11 RYWMOT history

L11 RYW is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

L11 RYW white 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
122,154 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 RYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 RYW was last recorded at 122,154 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,272 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
882 miles
Average per year
4,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,154 miles
  • 2025 – 121,272 miles
  • 2021 – 109,966 miles
  • 2020 – 105,631 miles
  • 2019 – 100,465 miles
  • 2018 – 94,578 miles
  • 2017 – 86,614 miles
  • 2016 – 80,279 miles
  • 2015 – 77,866 miles
  • 2014 – 75,616 miles
  • 2013 – 68,638 miles
  • 2012 – 63,945 miles
  • 2010 – 50,550 miles
  • 2009 – 40,763 miles
  • 2008 – 35,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,154 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    122,154 miles
    Test number
    135578040108
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail122,154 miles (+882)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,154 miles
    Test number
    225813181511
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,272 miles (+11,306)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    121,272 miles
    Test number
    955018811053
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass109,966 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    109,966 miles
    Test number
    716186979057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,631 miles (+5,166)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    105,631 miles
    Test number
    518932080752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,465 miles (+5,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,465 miles
    Test number
    605051838725
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle sphere seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,578 miles (+7,964)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,578 miles
    Test number
    399259462188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,614 miles (+6,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,614 miles
    Test number
    338498523818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,279 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,279 miles
    Test number
    753184447825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,866 miles (+12)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    986427285104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll underside metal parts and panels very very rusty.

  11. Fail77,854 miles (+2,238)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,854 miles
    Test number
    759863485162
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll underside metal parts and panels very very rusty.

  12. Pass75,616 miles (+6,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,616 miles
    Test number
    968161854204
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass68,638 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,638 miles
    Test number
    637807573123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail68,636 miles (+4,691)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,636 miles
    Test number
    557666073146
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass63,945 miles (+13,395)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,945 miles
    Test number
    529103772138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,550 miles (+9,787)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,550 miles
    Test number
    242054800252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,763 miles (+5,655)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,763 miles
    Test number
    460517289163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,108 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,108 miles
    Test number
    154130818216
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront number plate - bottom edge slight damage

  19. Fail35,108 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,108 miles
    Test number
    932480418270
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront number plate - bottom edge slight damage

Questions about L11 RYW

Does L11 RYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 RYW is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 RYW?
The MOT on L11 RYW is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 RYW done?
L11 RYW was recorded at 122,154 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 4,951 miles a year.
Has L11 RYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 RYW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 RYW 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 RYW find?
L11 RYW passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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