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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

L1 HWNMOT history

L1 HWN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 109,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

L1 HWN green 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 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
109,076 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 HWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 HWN was last recorded at 109,076 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 4,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,609 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,467 miles
Average per year
3,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,076 miles
  • 2025 – 104,609 miles
  • 2024 – 95,523 miles
  • 2023 – 91,265 miles
  • 2022 – 86,673 miles
  • 2021 – 79,995 miles
  • 2020 – 73,727 miles
  • 2019 – 73,693 miles
  • 2018 – 72,801 miles
  • 2017 – 71,855 miles
  • 2016 – 69,195 miles
  • 2014 – 62,685 miles
  • 2013 – 58,858 miles
  • 2012 – 54,420 miles
  • 2011 – 49,355 miles
  • 2010 – 46,235 miles
  • 2009 – 43,350 miles
  • 2008 – 38,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,076 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Surface corrosion to vehicles underside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    810791851727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,076 miles (+4,467)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    811655668952
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,609 miles (+9,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    714115307744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,523 miles (+4,258)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,523 miles
    Test number
    556140590344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,265 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,265 miles
    Test number
    646529984377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,259 miles (+4,586)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    954202974084
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,673 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    139953910967
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail86,673 miles (+6,678)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    553647030845
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass79,995 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,995 miles
    Test number
    279257561503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,727 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,727 miles
    Test number
    591259233713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,726 miles (+33)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,726 miles
    Test number
    252894912819
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail73,693 miles (+892)5 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,693 miles
    Test number
    128902266723
    • DangerousFront passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering testable components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to vehicles underside

  13. Pass72,801 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,801 miles
    Test number
    327149645869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded after flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded before flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded after flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded before flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to vehicles underside

  14. Fail72,801 miles (+946)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,801 miles
    Test number
    774628968582
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal hub sphere (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal hub sphere (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded after flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded before flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded after flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded before flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to vehicles underside

  15. Pass71,855 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    317258818135
    • AdvisoryENGINE HAS AN OIL LEAK.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail71,855 miles (+2,660)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    979525426951
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage REVERSING LIGHT LENS. (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryENGINE HAS AN OIL LEAK.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass69,195 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,195 miles
    Test number
    691154729392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear pipe. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail69,195 miles (+6,510)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,195 miles
    Test number
    499913307681
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bush seat corroded (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm joint (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear pipe. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass62,685 miles (+3,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    477187894182
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass58,858 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,858 miles
    Test number
    269118193174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,845 miles (+4,425)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,845 miles
    Test number
    555886493106
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass54,420 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,420 miles
    Test number
    918996502230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    477206501206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,355 miles (+3,120)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    666316201263
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass46,235 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,235 miles
    Test number
    651357100257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,350 miles
    Test number
    620829209219
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail43,350 miles (+4,527)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,350 miles
    Test number
    203824399136
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass38,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    573763218266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail38,823 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    344940818481
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteRear prop rear uj worn

Questions about L1 HWN

Does L1 HWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 HWN is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 HWN?
The MOT on L1 HWN is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 HWN done?
L1 HWN was recorded at 109,076 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 3,936 miles a year.
Has L1 HWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 HWN has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 HWN 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 HWN find?
L1 HWN passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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