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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L1 SCUMOT history

L1 SCU is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 226,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

L1 SCU black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
226,869 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
9,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 SCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 SCU was last recorded at 226,869 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,867 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,869 miles
  • 2025 – 215,507 miles
  • 2024 – 208,972 miles
  • 2023 – 199,678 miles
  • 2022 – 199,336 miles
  • 2021 – 192,824 miles
  • 2020 – 186,356 miles
  • 2019 – 176,246 miles
  • 2018 – 163,649 miles
  • 2017 – 152,033 miles
  • 2016 – 140,124 miles
  • 2015 – 124,489 miles
  • 2014 – 110,667 miles
  • 2013 – 100,054 miles
  • 2012 – 91,290 miles
  • 2011 – 80,199 miles
  • 2010 – 69,737 miles
  • 2009 – 58,415 miles
  • 2008 – 49,161 miles
  • 2007 – 41,757 miles
  • 2006 – 32,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,869 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside body mount holed and rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Clutch pedal rubber missing

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2015–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front number plate slightly obscured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2023

Full MOT history

37 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,869 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    226,869 miles
    Test number
    763027662533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside body mount holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail226,867 miles (+11,360)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,867 miles
    Test number
    349253667623
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside body mount holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass215,507 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    215,507 miles
    Test number
    748609909190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight lense in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear body mounting holed and rusty
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
  4. Fail215,505 miles (+6,533)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,505 miles
    Test number
    218104167565
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering locking device missing steering arm ball joint (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lense poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
  5. Pass208,972 miles (+9,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    208,972 miles
    Test number
    426270744143
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass199,678 miles (+9)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    199,678 miles
    Test number
    646070809369
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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 Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed lower hinge mounting badly corroded (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine+nearside front swivel hub+rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre body cross member
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryTow ball mounting plate/pin worn
  7. Fail199,669 miles (+333)1 dangerous3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,669 miles
    Test number
    722343469992
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system hose/pipe connection (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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 Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed lower hinge mounting badly corroded (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine+nearside front swivel hub+rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre body cross member
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryTow ball mounting plate/pin worn
  8. Fail199,336 miles (+6,512)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,336 miles
    Test number
    267880874570
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member to chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member to chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub weeping
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryTransmission oil leak
  9. Pass192,824 miles (+6,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    192,824 miles
    Test number
    786276288819
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle steering swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass186,356 miles (+10,110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    186,356 miles
    Test number
    830992390591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner oil leak at steering ball sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass176,246 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    176,246 miles
    Test number
    823149913598
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail176,246 miles (+12,597)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,246 miles
    Test number
    393572026377
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass163,649 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    163,649 miles
    Test number
    600539482346
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play front link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch rubber missing
  14. Fail163,649 miles (+11,616)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,649 miles
    Test number
    891829118874
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play front link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch rubber missing
  15. Pass152,033 miles (+144)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    152,033 miles
    Test number
    385856075191
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCrack in offside lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryCuts in tread of offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryWipers not working on fast speed
  16. Fail151,889 miles (+11,765)3 failures20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,889 miles
    Test number
    562142675927
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureTowbar retaining device insecure (6.6.3a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCrack in offside lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryCuts in tread of offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryWipers not working on fast speed
  17. Pass140,124 miles (+6)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    140,124 miles
    Test number
    228194915328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis cross member
    • AdvisoryCrack in offside lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged and slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump damp
  18. Fail140,118 miles (+15,629)7 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    419554400530
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis cross member
    • AdvisoryCrack in offside lower windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged and slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump damp
  19. Pass124,489 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,489 miles
    Test number
    367601983362
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear lamps slightly obscured
  20. Fail124,484 miles (+13,817)1 dangerous2 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,484 miles
    Test number
    430603550886
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both main front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre body cross member (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear lamps slightly obscured
  21. Pass110,667 miles (+13)11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,667 miles
    Test number
    237859774253
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split
    • NoteCentre body cross member very badly corroded(holes)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly obscured and damaged
  22. Fail110,654 miles (+10,600)2 failures11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,654 miles
    Test number
    905879264259
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split
    • NoteCentre body cross member very badly corroded(holes)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly obscured and damaged
  23. Pass100,054 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    115218863256
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCentre body mounting bar very badly corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly obsured
  24. Fail100,054 miles (+8,764)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    796198363242
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCentre body mounting bar very badly corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly obsured
  25. Pass91,290 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,290 miles
    Test number
    386272872405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear indicator lamps broken
    • NoteCentre body cross member badly corroded
  26. Fail91,287 miles (+11,088)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,287 miles
    Test number
    888702272255
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteT/C light on
    • NoteBoth rear indicator lamps broken
    • NoteCentre body cross member badly corroded
  27. Pass80,199 miles (+10,462)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    459336271279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly tight to spin
    • NoteOffside side step corroded
    • NoteUnder floor crossmembers slightly corroded
  28. Pass69,737 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    464611270263
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteSlight cuts in tyres
  29. Fail69,737 miles (+11,322)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    660140270282
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteSlight cuts in tyres
  30. Pass58,415 miles (+32)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,415 miles
    Test number
    603748769233
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip device worn and in poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front seat belt webbing
  31. Fail58,383 miles (+9,222)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,383 miles
    Test number
    291506869226
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTowbar locking device inadequate (6.6.3b)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip device worn and in poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front seat belt webbing
  32. Pass49,161 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,161 miles
    Test number
    224053368203
    • NoteRear of rear seat mounting bolts loose
    • NoteSlight leak of grease from both front swivel hubs
  33. Fail49,161 miles (+7,404)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,161 miles
    Test number
    364343068403
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear of rear seat mounting bolts loose
    • NoteSlight leak of grease from both front swivel hubs
  34. Pass41,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    602631377212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail41,757 miles (+9,231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    684851277240
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)
  36. Pass32,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,526 miles
    Test number
    644076206380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail32,526 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,526 miles
    Test number
    872805606309
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about L1 SCU

Does L1 SCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 SCU is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 SCU?
The MOT on L1 SCU is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 SCU done?
L1 SCU was recorded at 226,869 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 9,833 miles a year.
Has L1 SCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 SCU has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 SCU 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 SCU find?
L1 SCU passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside body mount holed and rusty; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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