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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,401 cc

L21 OWSMOT history

L21 OWS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 225,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2025.

L21 OWS blue 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 10 Feb 2026
Mileage
225,083 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 OWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 OWS was last recorded at 225,083 miles on 11 Feb 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,030 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
13,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 225,083 miles
  • 2024 – 210,912 miles
  • 2023 – 206,691 miles
  • 2021 – 192,341 miles
  • 2020 – 174,154 miles
  • 2019 – 148,320 miles
  • 2016 – 140,265 miles
  • 2015 – 121,930 miles
  • 2014 – 102,295 miles
  • 2013 – 82,332 miles
  • 2012 – 61,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,083 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,083 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    225,083 miles
    Test number
    163296828520
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail225,030 miles (+14,118)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,030 miles
    Test number
    932809243840
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass210,912 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    210,912 miles
    Test number
    641643764502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail210,867 miles (+4,176)1 dangerous6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,867 miles
    Test number
    129796896010
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened ns and os shock turrets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ns and os rear chasssis to cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os to brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal to hub contaminating brake system (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play ns and os (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass206,691 miles (+14,350)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    206,691 miles
    Test number
    569667811142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass192,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    192,341 miles
    Test number
    625158272224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail192,341 miles (+18,187)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,341 miles
    Test number
    997577644073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass174,154 miles (+8)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,154 miles
    Test number
    629752872048
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Fail174,146 miles (+25,826)1 dangerous4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,146 miles
    Test number
    895122466368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure lock not missing (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Pass148,320 miles (+8,055)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    148,320 miles
    Test number
    296555403913
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Pass140,265 miles (+18,335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,265 miles
    Test number
    906086440650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass121,930 miles (+19,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,930 miles
    Test number
    956312805205
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass102,295 miles (+19,963)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,295 miles
    Test number
    307342714232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,332 miles
    Test number
    878102693174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,332 miles (+21,260)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,332 miles
    Test number
    235622393481
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass61,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,072 miles
    Test number
    348867202419
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L21 OWS

Does L21 OWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 OWS expired on 10 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 OWS?
The MOT on L21 OWS expired on 10 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 OWS done?
L21 OWS was recorded at 225,083 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2025, an average of 13,068 miles a year.
Has L21 OWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 OWS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 OWS 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 L21 OWS find?
L21 OWS passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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