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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L1 FKUMOT history

L1 FKU is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Mar 1996. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L1 FKU 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 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,529 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 FKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
6 Mar 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 FKU was last recorded at 153,529 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,518 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,011 miles
Average per year
2,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,529 miles
  • 2025 – 152,518 miles
  • 2024 – 150,669 miles
  • 2023 – 148,953 miles
  • 2022 – 146,950 miles
  • 2021 – 144,929 miles
  • 2020 – 143,144 miles
  • 2019 – 142,179 miles
  • 2018 – 139,518 miles
  • 2017 – 137,331 miles
  • 2016 – 134,375 miles
  • 2015 – 128,945 miles
  • 2014 – 122,752 miles
  • 2013 – 119,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,529 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust down pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering track rod corroded

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Hazard warning switch faulty tell tale on switch inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,529 miles (+1,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,529 miles
    Test number
    738528088153
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust down pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering track rod corroded

  2. Pass152,518 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,518 miles
    Test number
    546460029150
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank carrier frame corroded

  3. Fail152,518 miles (+1,849)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,518 miles
    Test number
    219753955385
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank carrier frame corroded

  4. Pass150,669 miles (+117)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    150,669 miles
    Test number
    903875960388
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty tell tale on switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leaks from engine,gearbox and front axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVin plate deteriorated but still legible

  5. Fail150,552 miles (+1,599)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,552 miles
    Test number
    571308145389
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure Retaining ring corroded/ fractured (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Excessive corrosion to sills, outrigger and floor tub (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle damaged buckle button fractured (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements inoperative switch, tell tale and lamp (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Tell tale on switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVin plate deteriorated, but legible

  6. Pass148,953 miles (+2,003)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,953 miles
    Test number
    525625123863
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracking on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass146,950 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,950 miles
    Test number
    561681072817
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged release button slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail146,950 miles (+2,021)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,950 miles
    Test number
    532961801148
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded lower bulkhead and floor corroded and holed near to brake valve mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged release button slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,929 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    144,929 miles
    Test number
    791361583090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail144,929 miles (+1,785)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,929 miles
    Test number
    691328420951
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass143,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    143,144 miles
    Test number
    871795065048
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Fail143,144 miles (+965)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,144 miles
    Test number
    943772864015
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Pass142,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    142,179 miles
    Test number
    638067782702
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering lock inop

  14. Fail142,179 miles (+2,661)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,179 miles
    Test number
    389791189474
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering lock inop

  15. Pass139,518 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,518 miles
    Test number
    884807592115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,451 miles (+2,120)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,451 miles
    Test number
    783186421293
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working not working when brake applied (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle top ball joint rubber (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering track rod slightly bent

  17. Pass137,331 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,331 miles
    Test number
    259185163624
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt above rear axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail137,331 miles (+2,956)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,331 miles
    Test number
    516621783919
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering retaining device insecure at steering box (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt above rear axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass134,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,375 miles
    Test number
    714850549298
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BRAKE DISC SHIELD MISSING
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Fail134,375 miles (+5,430)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,375 miles
    Test number
    271163383048
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner chassis member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end deformed but serviceable track rod bent (2.2.C.1d)

  21. Pass128,945 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    128,945 miles
    Test number
    186037575198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s o/s front n/s o/s rear tyres slight cracking on walls
    • NoteO/s rear brake shield missing
    • NoteSlight oil leaks

  22. Fail128,945 miles (+6,193)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,945 miles
    Test number
    407427475165
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s o/s front n/s o/s rear tyres slight cracking on walls
    • NoteO/s rear brake shield missing
    • NoteSlight oil leaks

  23. Pass122,752 miles (+3,038)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    122,752 miles
    Test number
    707248474100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass119,714 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,714 miles
    Test number
    659926763250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnderside of the vehicle has been heavily undersealed making inspection difficult.

  25. Fail119,707 miles7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,707 miles
    Test number
    916174453262
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteCar is heavily undersealed making inspection of some areas difficult.

Questions about L1 FKU

Does L1 FKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 FKU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 FKU?
The MOT on L1 FKU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 FKU done?
L1 FKU was recorded at 153,529 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 2,630 miles a year.
Has L1 FKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 FKU has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 FKU 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 L1 FKU find?
L1 FKU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust down pipe corroded and holed; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; steering track rod corroded.

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