Land Rover Defender
Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc
L15 OTHMOT history
L15 OTH is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 79,256 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 79,256 mi
- At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 21 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 1,697 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L15 OTH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,947 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 20 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L15 OTH was last recorded at 79,256 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 11 Oct 2018: 63,413 miles, lower than 630,096 miles on 4 Oct 2017.
- 8 Sept 2022: 76,468 miles, lower than 76,485 miles on 7 Sept 2022.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 79,114 miles · 15 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 142 miles
- Average per year
- 1,697 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 79,256 miles
- 2025 – 78,349 miles
- 2024 – 77,188 miles
- 2022 – 76,468 miles
- 2021 – 72,725 miles
- 2020 – 63,505 miles
- 2019 – 63,498 miles
- 2018 – 63,413 miles
- 2017 – 630,096 miles
- 2016 – 62,993 miles
- 2015 – 62,935 miles
- 2014 – 62,903 miles
- 2013 – 62,800 miles
- 2012 – 62,477 miles
- 2011 – 61,796 miles
- 2010 – 59,774 miles
- 2009 – 57,379 miles
- 2008 – 55,657 miles
- 2007 – 52,682 miles
- 2006 – 49,906 miles
- 2005 – 44,563 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass79,256 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016
Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel ball leaking oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened os and ns (5.2.2a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
No 5 plug lead arcing near coil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed for protection including brake pipes
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Full MOT history
28 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass79,256 miles (+142)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 79,256 miles
- Test number
- 110326744390
- AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint leaking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Fail79,114 miles (+765)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,114 miles
- Test number
- 948015890752
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint leaking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass78,349 miles (+1,161)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 78,349 miles
- Test number
- 516120851498
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel ball leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass77,188 miles (+720)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 77,188 miles
- Test number
- 220683649860
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Leaking from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel ball leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass76,468 miles (-17)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 76,468 miles
- Test number
- 902408285532
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,485 miles (+3,760)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,485 miles
- Test number
- 501965484882
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Pass72,725 miles (+9,220)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 72,725 miles
- Test number
- 769971662201
- 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))
Pass63,505 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 63,505 miles
- Test number
- 886282713144
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cracked advise replacement (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged os and ns front (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been under sealed / oiled for protection
Fail63,505 miles (+7)2 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,505 miles
- Test number
- 418205041089
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage loose mounting bolt loose (7.1.1 (b))
- Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cracked advise replacement (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged os and ns front (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been under sealed / oiled for protection
Pass63,498 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 63,498 miles
- Test number
- 263745993684
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))
Fail63,498 miles (+85)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,498 miles
- Test number
- 537926326650
- Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))
Pass63,413 miles (-566,683)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 63,413 miles
- Test number
- 639004034263
- AdvisoryMetal brake pipes have been greased for protection
Pass630,096 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 630,096 miles
- Test number
- 972770612641
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Fail630,096 miles (+567,103)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 630,096 miles
- Test number
- 427347363256
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass62,993 miles (+58)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 62,993 miles
- Test number
- 356257519753
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened os and ns front (5.2.2a)
Pass62,935 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 62,935 miles
- Test number
- 807290086998
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
- AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened os and ns (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNo 5 plug lead arcing near coil
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed for protection including brake pipes
Fail62,935 miles (+32)1 failure3 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,935 miles
- Test number
- 651685137954
- FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
- AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened os and ns (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNo 5 plug lead arcing near coil
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed for protection including brake pipes
Pass62,903 miles (+103)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 62,903 miles
- Test number
- 707676564251
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
- NoteIllegal plates in rear
Pass62,800 miles (+323)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 62,800 miles
- Test number
- 899121163279
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,477 miles (+681)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 62,477 miles
- Test number
- 327324862289
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,796 miles (+2,022)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 61,796 miles
- Test number
- 595350771208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,774 miles (+2,395)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 59,774 miles
- Test number
- 532386560233
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,379 miles (+1,722)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 57,379 miles
- Test number
- 434737039266
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteIllegal number plates on rear seat?
Pass55,657 miles (+2,975)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 55,657 miles
- Test number
- 314147248202
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,682 miles (+2,776)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 52,682 miles
- Test number
- 303311827419
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,906 miles (+131)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 49,906 miles
- Test number
- 573104536262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail49,775 miles (+5,212)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,775 miles
- Test number
- 114840436238
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
Pass44,563 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2006
- Odometer
- 44,563 miles
- Test number
- 401270135254
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L15 OTH
- Does L15 OTH currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 OTH is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L15 OTH?
- The MOT on L15 OTH is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L15 OTH done?
- L15 OTH was recorded at 79,256 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 1,697 miles a year.
- Has L15 OTH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L15 OTH has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on L15 OTH ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 11 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L15 OTH find?
- L15 OTH passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front swivel joint leaking; oil leak, but not excessive; steering box has seepage.
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