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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,492 cc

L15 FSUMOT history

L15 FSU is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 150,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

L15 FSU red 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 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
150,150 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 FSU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 FSU was last recorded at 150,150 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jun 2012: 93,578 miles, lower than 933,816 miles on 15 May 2012.

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
149,992 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
4,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,150 miles
  • 2023 – 149,992 miles
  • 2022 – 148,217 miles
  • 2021 – 145,347 miles
  • 2020 – 143,616 miles
  • 2019 – 139,738 miles
  • 2018 – 128,588 miles
  • 2017 – 116,413 miles
  • 2016 – 105,167 miles
  • 2015 – 102,312 miles
  • 2014 – 99,686 miles
  • 2013 – 96,850 miles
  • 2012 – 93,578 miles
  • 2011 – 90,452 miles
  • 2010 – 86,632 miles
  • 2009 – 81,793 miles
  • 2008 – 80,112 miles
  • 2007 – 75,069 miles
  • 2006 – 68,362 miles
  • 2005 – 60,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,150 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTRIGGER

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,150 miles (+158)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    150,150 miles
    Test number
    682525443975
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail149,992 miles (+1,775)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,992 miles
    Test number
    623857757185
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass148,217 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,217 miles
    Test number
    729292842483
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious signs of light corrosion to vehicle under side

  4. Fail148,207 miles (+2,860)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,207 miles
    Test number
    829589873045
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious signs of light corrosion to vehicle under side

  5. Pass145,347 miles (+16)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    145,347 miles
    Test number
    970302810534
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Fail145,331 miles (+1,715)2 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,331 miles
    Test number
    332813823825
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected OUT RIGGER (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected OUTRIGGER (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass143,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,616 miles
    Test number
    379995913931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTRIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail143,616 miles (+3,878)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,616 miles
    Test number
    344021563774
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTRIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass139,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,738 miles
    Test number
    798720478712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTRIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail139,738 miles (+11,150)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,738 miles
    Test number
    568503913002
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUT-RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass128,588 miles (+12,175)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,588 miles
    Test number
    177653046298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,413 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    116,413 miles
    Test number
    190092347366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front drive flanges worn
    • AdvisorySlight play steering wheel

  13. Fail116,413 miles (+11,246)13 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,413 miles
    Test number
    851087604508
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box missing (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front drive flanges worn
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft lose
    • AdvisorySlight play steering wheel

  14. Pass105,167 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,167 miles
    Test number
    954694452693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle cover insecure offside front

  15. Fail105,165 miles (+2,853)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,165 miles
    Test number
    914449620700
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle cover insecure offside front

  16. Pass102,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    727203065183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,312 miles (+2,626)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    989740065149
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass99,686 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,686 miles
    Test number
    187557064188
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteHand brake travel

  19. Fail99,685 miles (+2,835)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,685 miles
    Test number
    188240164185
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteHand brake travel

  20. Pass96,850 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,850 miles
    Test number
    819419743170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,841 miles (+3,263)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,841 miles
    Test number
    507218643185
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass93,578 miles (-840,238)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,578 miles
    Test number
    737460682122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass933,816 miles (+843,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    933,816 miles
    Test number
    536596832115
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass90,452 miles (+3,820)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,452 miles
    Test number
    286931761403
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass86,632 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,632 miles
    Test number
    750698240117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,626 miles (+4,833)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,626 miles
    Test number
    281857040452
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass81,793 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    184374859153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,112 miles
    Test number
    144492708340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail80,112 miles (+5,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,112 miles
    Test number
    833062808390
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass75,069 miles (+6,707)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,069 miles
    Test number
    362736297265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass68,362 miles (+7,615)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,362 miles
    Test number
    444286396219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass60,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    512869495210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 FSU

Does L15 FSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 FSU is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 FSU?
The MOT on L15 FSU is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 FSU done?
L15 FSU was recorded at 150,150 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 4,260 miles a year.
Has L15 FSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 FSU has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 FSU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 FSU find?
L15 FSU passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: central front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 4 more.

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