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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

L22 GDRMOT history

L22 GDR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 215,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

L22 GDR green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
215,198 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 GDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 GDR was last recorded at 215,198 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 5,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,650 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,548 miles
Average per year
11,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,198 miles
  • 2025 – 209,650 miles
  • 2024 – 199,505 miles
  • 2023 – 184,206 miles
  • 2022 – 174,919 miles
  • 2021 – 162,775 miles
  • 2020 – 158,502 miles
  • 2019 – 147,083 miles
  • 2018 – 142,107 miles
  • 2017 – 137,049 miles
  • 2016 – 132,015 miles
  • 2014 – 115,630 miles
  • 2013 – 91,930 miles
  • 2012 – 71,577 miles
  • 2011 – 53,802 miles
  • 2010 – 38,406 miles
  • 2009 – 26,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,198 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone / sat nav holder.
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Mount point snapped / rusted off exhaust pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryTop centre mount ball joint on rear axle worn / replace as soon as possible.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front diff. leaking from fail seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer diff'leaking from fail seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.60mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,198 miles (+5,548)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    215,198 miles
    Test number
    231533085787
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone / sat nav holder.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Mount point snapped / rusted off exhaust pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTop centre mount ball joint on rear axle worn / replace as soon as possible.

  2. Pass209,650 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    209,650 miles
    Test number
    104664873326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass199,505 miles (+15,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    199,505 miles
    Test number
    267987808836
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight switch is loose, it works but is fiddly.

  4. Pass184,206 miles (+9,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,206 miles
    Test number
    481883961950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner / outer sidewalls cracking / perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner / outer sidewalls cracking / perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass174,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    174,919 miles
    Test number
    481806758690
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail174,919 miles (+12,144)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,919 miles
    Test number
    655434448102
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake not tested
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,775 miles
    Test number
    750414248065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front diff. leaking from fail seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer diff'leaking from fail seal
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail162,775 miles (+4,273)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,775 miles
    Test number
    907345206662
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front diff. leaking from fail seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer diff'leaking from fail seal
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass158,502 miles (+11,419)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    158,502 miles
    Test number
    923759037571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,083 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,083 miles
    Test number
    291506037650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail147,078 miles (+4,971)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,078 miles
    Test number
    465938468096
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting worn to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected (5.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting worn to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected (5.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass142,107 miles (+5,058)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,107 miles
    Test number
    286858899041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass137,049 miles (+5,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,049 miles
    Test number
    520818471277
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass132,015 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    132,015 miles
    Test number
    996572025300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.60mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  15. Fail132,005 miles (+16,375)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,005 miles
    Test number
    579301248995
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.60mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear prop nut missing and loose
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryTransfer box mounts bolt missing and nut loose

  16. Pass115,630 miles (+23,700)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,630 miles
    Test number
    787208044215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,930 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    157470053297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm on outer edge

  18. Fail91,930 miles (+20,353)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    159948643292
    • FailureAdditional braking device component(s) insecure (3.6.I.1)
    • FailureCentre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a missing flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm on outer edge

  19. Pass71,577 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,577 miles
    Test number
    426854642289
    • NoteFront and rear pads getting low
    • NoteHandbrake almost has no reserve travel
    • NoteSlight damage on nearside rear outer seat belt
    • NoteSmall hub oil leak on both front seals

  20. Fail71,577 miles (+17,775)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,577 miles
    Test number
    487623742294
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSeat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteFront and rear pads getting low
    • NoteHandbrake almost has no reserve travel
    • NoteSlight damage on nearside rear outer seat belt
    • NoteSmall hub oil leak on both front seals

  21. Pass53,802 miles (+15,396)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,802 miles
    Test number
    428567431204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,406 miles (+11,669)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,406 miles
    Test number
    603846540271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,737 miles
    Test number
    361186199217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 GDR

Does L22 GDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 GDR is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 GDR?
The MOT on L22 GDR is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 GDR done?
L22 GDR was recorded at 215,198 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 11,294 miles a year.
Has L22 GDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 GDR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L22 GDR 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 L22 GDR find?
L22 GDR passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip.; central front items removed from driver's view prior to test phone / sat nav holder.; central rear exhaust mounting defective mount point snapped / rusted off exhaust pipe., and 5 more.

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