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Land Rover Defender

Yellow · Diesel · 2008 · 2,402 cc

L1 XTLMOT history

L1 XTL is a yellow diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 92,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L1 XTL yellow 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 12 May 2027
Mileage
92,423 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 XTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 XTL was last recorded at 92,423 miles on 13 May 2026, 1,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,094 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,329 miles
Average per year
2,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,423 miles
  • 2024 – 91,094 miles
  • 2023 – 87,418 miles
  • 2021 – 85,171 miles
  • 2020 – 79,242 miles
  • 2019 – 68,978 miles
  • 2014 – 68,010 miles
  • 2013 – 67,179 miles
  • 2011 – 62,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,423 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BULKHEAD (6.1.1 (c) (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 Position lamp not working SIDELIGHT

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed BOTH HINGES

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,423 miles
    Test number
    310195650224
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BULKHEAD (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail92,423 miles (+1,329)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,423 miles
    Test number
    134422115733
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working SIDELIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BULKHEAD (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass91,094 miles (+3,676)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,094 miles
    Test number
    342792481026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive TRANSFER BOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,418 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,418 miles
    Test number
    632150959129
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed BOTH HINGES (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail87,411 miles (+2,240)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,411 miles
    Test number
    670705211148
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working SIDELIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed BOTH HINGES (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass85,171 miles (+5,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,171 miles
    Test number
    502256429449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass79,242 miles (+10,264)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,242 miles
    Test number
    418948461906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,978 miles (+968)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,978 miles
    Test number
    632196258774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mian (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,010 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,010 miles
    Test number
    287324184153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,179 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    129420973184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,175 miles (+5,103)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,175 miles
    Test number
    496457953167
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass62,072 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    395973121101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,053 miles (+422)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,053 miles
    Test number
    965088811147
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass61,631 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,631 miles
    Test number
    269932901106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,621 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,621 miles
    Test number
    178367691426
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Questions about L1 XTL

Does L1 XTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 XTL is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 XTL?
The MOT on L1 XTL is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 XTL done?
L1 XTL was recorded at 92,423 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 2,040 miles a year.
Has L1 XTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 XTL has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 XTL 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 XTL find?
L1 XTL passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead.

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