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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

L20 RSTMOT history

L20 RST is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

L20 RST white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2025
Mileage
50,023 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 RST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 RST was last recorded at 50,023 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,023 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 50,023 miles
  • 2023 – 49,509 miles
  • 2022 – 49,116 miles
  • 2021 – 48,190 miles
  • 2020 – 47,103 miles
  • 2019 – 46,716 miles
  • 2018 – 45,925 miles
  • 2017 – 43,894 miles
  • 2016 – 41,118 miles
  • 2015 – 38,668 miles
  • 2014 – 33,117 miles
  • 2013 – 30,712 miles
  • 2012 – 28,347 miles
  • 2011 – 25,468 miles
  • 2010 – 22,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,023 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at chassis deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,023 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,023 miles
    Test number
    234039321434
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at chassis deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support frame corroded

  2. Fail50,023 miles (+514)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,023 miles
    Test number
    641453831784
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel leak from near pressure regulator at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt above rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at chassis deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support frame corroded

  3. Pass49,509 miles (+393)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    49,509 miles
    Test number
    807692093723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel breather hose deteriated

  4. Pass49,116 miles (+926)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,116 miles
    Test number
    167267894659
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel breather hose slightly deteriated
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  5. Pass48,190 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    48,190 miles
    Test number
    870094933609
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel breather hose deteriated
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Fail48,189 miles (+1,086)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,189 miles
    Test number
    722251395787
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure mud flap (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded / pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded / pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel breather hose deteriated near filler
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  7. Pass47,103 miles (+387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,103 miles
    Test number
    752040374956
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass46,716 miles (+791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    46,716 miles
    Test number
    355550945089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass45,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,925 miles
    Test number
    782916923090
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Fail45,925 miles (+2,031)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,925 miles
    Test number
    730922976090
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTowbar component excessively damaged (6.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass43,894 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,894 miles
    Test number
    953784579230
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Fail43,894 miles (+2,776)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,894 miles
    Test number
    802601771404
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass41,118 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,118 miles
    Test number
    886982558324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,668 miles (+5,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,668 miles
    Test number
    175237305449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass33,117 miles (+2,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,117 miles
    Test number
    338868704090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass30,712 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,712 miles
    Test number
    138402503471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,347 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,347 miles
    Test number
    176525302029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,335 miles (+2,867)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,335 miles
    Test number
    146274002006
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel leak on engine

  19. Pass25,468 miles (+2,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,468 miles
    Test number
    806036401093
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass22,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,600 miles
    Test number
    732714700018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 RST

Does L20 RST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 RST expired on 29 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 RST?
The MOT on L20 RST expired on 29 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 RST done?
L20 RST was recorded at 50,023 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 1,915 miles a year.
Has L20 RST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 RST has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L20 RST 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 L20 RST find?
L20 RST passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at chassis deteriated; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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