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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L13 TCKMOT history

L13 TCK is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 1996. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 206,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

L13 TCK black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
206,681 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 TCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
24 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 TCK was last recorded at 206,681 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,681 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,681 miles
  • 2025 – 206,681 miles
  • 2024 – 206,220 miles
  • 2023 – 199,845 miles
  • 2022 – 194,418 miles
  • 2021 – 194,212 miles
  • 2020 – 187,240 miles
  • 2019 – 185,010 miles
  • 2017 – 184,154 miles
  • 2016 – 183,892 miles
  • 2015 – 174,906 miles
  • 2014 – 167,469 miles
  • 2013 – 160,905 miles
  • 2012 – 153,311 miles
  • 2011 – 145,476 miles
  • 2010 – 136,332 miles
  • 2009 – 126,991 miles
  • 2008 – 118,109 miles
  • 2007 – 113,059 miles
  • 2006 – 104,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,681 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll welded areas covered in underseal
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAll rear seats folded to sideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and floorsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in pitman armRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse light staying onRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,681 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    206,681 miles
    Test number
    747422907082
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll welded areas covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear seats folded to side
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and floors
    • AdvisoryPlay in pitman arm
    • AdvisoryReverse light staying on

  2. Fail206,681 miles2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,681 miles
    Test number
    558864673585
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced holed nxt to seatbelt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced holed nxt to seat belt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear seats folded to side
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and floors
    • AdvisoryPlay in pitman arm
    • AdvisoryReverse light staying on

  3. Fail206,681 miles (+84)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,681 miles
    Test number
    849297051076
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing resivour (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear seats folded up to the side
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to door steps and chassis
    • AdvisoryN/s frt and rear floors corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in pitman arm

  4. Fail206,597 miles (+377)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,597 miles
    Test number
    928790081442
    • DangerousTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working no working correctly (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to body and chassis
    • AdvisoryPlay in pitman arm

  5. Pass206,220 miles (+6,375)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    206,220 miles
    Test number
    668681589007
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s floor
    • AdvisorySlight play pitman arm

  6. Pass199,845 miles (+5,427)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    199,845 miles
    Test number
    847054416717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively on limits (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySigns of diesel leak

  7. Pass194,418 miles (+206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    194,418 miles
    Test number
    869701140705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearing limits (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis

  8. Fail194,212 miles (+6,972)1 dangerous11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,212 miles
    Test number
    413903973904
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm likely to become detached pitman arm ball joint (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. all 3 seats (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively close to limits (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all four (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and suspension components

  9. Pass187,240 miles (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    187,240 miles
    Test number
    188259676385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,010 miles (+856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    185,010 miles
    Test number
    468277017877
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass184,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    184,154 miles
    Test number
    877799095924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail184,154 miles (+262)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,154 miles
    Test number
    329355477900
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass183,892 miles (+8,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    183,892 miles
    Test number
    342757760489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass174,906 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    174,906 miles
    Test number
    858539415150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail174,904 miles (+7,435)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,904 miles
    Test number
    668104415186
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass167,469 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    167,469 miles
    Test number
    796912334143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail167,456 miles (+6,551)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,456 miles
    Test number
    287916824171
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass160,905 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    160,905 miles
    Test number
    968231733198
    • NoteCorrosion at o/side rear outrigger

  19. Fail160,893 miles (+7,582)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,893 miles
    Test number
    246443423442
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass153,311 miles (+7,835)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    153,311 miles
    Test number
    725555822135
    • DangerousOil leak out of both front swivel hubs getting on tyres but could alss get on front discs require attention.
    • NoteSteel surport member acrss rear rusted but nit structual marked in yellow chalk

  21. Pass145,476 miles (+9,144)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    145,476 miles
    Test number
    246923221445
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes beginning to corroder-front to back and accross rear axle and offside front
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arm rubbers deteriorated
    • NoteFront hubs leaking
    • NotePark brake travel close to max.
    • NoteRear n/side anti-roll bar link has wear/play

  22. Pass136,332 miles (+9,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    136,332 miles
    Test number
    321722210138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass126,991 miles (+8,882)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    126,991 miles
    Test number
    412816799032
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on tread
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on tread
    • NotePlay noticed o/s/f steering arm bush
    • NoteRear brake pads very low
    • NoteWear noticed on front & rear discs

  24. Pass118,109 miles (+136)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,109 miles
    Test number
    121927618113
    • NoteRear seat belt fastner covers missing

  25. Fail117,973 miles (+4,914)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,973 miles
    Test number
    470852118110
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteRear seat belt fastner covers missing

  26. Fail113,059 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,059 miles
    Test number
    691470807170
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass113,059 miles (+8,347)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    113,059 miles
    Test number
    754410007103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass104,712 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    104,712 miles
    Test number
    342610506137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail104,691 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,691 miles
    Test number
    440726796058
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L13 TCK

Does L13 TCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 TCK is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 TCK?
The MOT on L13 TCK is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 TCK done?
L13 TCK was recorded at 206,681 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,016 miles a year.
Has L13 TCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 TCK has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 TCK 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 L13 TCK find?
L13 TCK passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; all welded areas covered in underseal, and 7 more.

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