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Land Rover Defender

Red and White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L21 VSWMOT history

L21 VSW is a red and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2023.

L21 VSW red 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 6 Apr 2024
Mileage
78,448 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 VSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
28 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 VSW was last recorded at 78,448 miles on 7 Apr 2023, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Feb 2012: 73,767 miles, lower than 74,877 miles on 25 Jan 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,421 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,448 miles
  • 2019 – 78,327 miles
  • 2018 – 78,051 miles
  • 2017 – 77,806 miles
  • 2016 – 77,474 miles
  • 2015 – 76,931 miles
  • 2014 – 76,738 miles
  • 2013 – 76,364 miles
  • 2012 – 73,767 miles
  • 2011 – 74,877 miles
  • 2010 – 73,944 miles
  • 2009 – 73,520 miles
  • 2008 – 73,065 miles
  • 2007 – 70,644 miles
  • 2006 – 67,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,448 miles
  • AdvisoryFootwells corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Body has slight corrosion seat box (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,448 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,448 miles
    Test number
    266829295274
    • AdvisoryFootwells corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,421 miles (+94)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,421 miles
    Test number
    390341648338
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFootwells corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,327 miles (+276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    423365021002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,051 miles (+245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,051 miles
    Test number
    602787820880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass77,806 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    253758270922
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion seat box (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail77,806 miles (+332)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    364069452957
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion seat box (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass77,474 miles (+543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,474 miles
    Test number
    853943601737
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass76,931 miles (+193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,931 miles
    Test number
    567120535073
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass76,738 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,738 miles
    Test number
    556840534002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail76,738 miles (+374)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,738 miles
    Test number
    129998724423
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass76,364 miles (+2,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    805986333036
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass73,767 miles (-1,110)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,767 miles
    Test number
    608994532026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,877 miles (+933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    409145521003
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass73,944 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,944 miles
    Test number
    111717720490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    73,520 miles
    Test number
    962134219012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,520 miles (+455)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,520 miles
    Test number
    743593419041
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass73,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    152782138401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,065 miles (+2,421)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    181722138016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass70,644 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,644 miles
    Test number
    883001537076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,714 miles
    Test number
    830640336063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 VSW

Does L21 VSW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 VSW expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 VSW?
The MOT on L21 VSW expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 VSW done?
L21 VSW was recorded at 78,448 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2023, an average of 625 miles a year.
Has L21 VSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 VSW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L21 VSW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L21 VSW find?
L21 VSW passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: footwells corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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