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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L22 LJYMOT history

L22 LJY is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

L22 LJY blue 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,179 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 LJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 LJY was last recorded at 117,179 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 1,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jan 2013: 78,499 miles, lower than 93,011 miles on 18 Jun 2007.

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
115,203 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,976 miles
Average per year
1,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,179 miles
  • 2024 – 115,203 miles
  • 2023 – 111,188 miles
  • 2022 – 104,239 miles
  • 2021 – 93,152 miles
  • 2019 – 91,239 miles
  • 2018 – 89,703 miles
  • 2017 – 87,714 miles
  • 2015 – 85,439 miles
  • 2014 – 82,483 miles
  • 2013 – 78,520 miles
  • 2007 – 93,011 miles
  • 2006 – 83,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,179 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,179 miles (+1,976)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,179 miles
    Test number
    530252107087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,203 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,203 miles
    Test number
    543489053993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,188 miles (+6,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,188 miles
    Test number
    300256648675
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,239 miles (+11,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,239 miles
    Test number
    980642973389
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,152 miles
    Test number
    988966080071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,152 miles (+1,913)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,152 miles
    Test number
    484266725325
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass91,239 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,239 miles
    Test number
    168367790818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,703 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,703 miles
    Test number
    694850125828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    564217469877
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Fail87,714 miles (+14)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    386642915361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Fail87,700 miles (+2,261)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,700 miles
    Test number
    226425763229
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings BEHIND THE SPRING MOUNTING POINT (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings CHASSIS (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass85,439 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,439 miles
    Test number
    477875145219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Fail85,438 miles (+2,955)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,438 miles
    Test number
    935759035279
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass82,483 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    269140744212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNSF tyre worn on outer edge. Advise tracking check

  15. Fail82,483 miles (+3,963)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    115339234289
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNSF tyre worn on outer edge. Advise tracking check

  16. Pass78,520 miles (+21)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    78,520 miles
    Test number
    577936633050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWelding has been carried out to the underside of the vehicle

  17. Fail78,499 miles (-14,512)15 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,499 miles
    Test number
    836656213075
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass93,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,011 miles
    Test number
    303169367198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,011 miles (+9,186)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,011 miles
    Test number
    134676467167
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass83,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    83,825 miles
    Test number
    883068686124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,825 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,825 miles
    Test number
    441521986158
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about L22 LJY

Does L22 LJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 LJY is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L22 LJY?
The MOT on L22 LJY is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 LJY done?
L22 LJY was recorded at 117,179 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 1,719 miles a year.
Has L22 LJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 LJY has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L22 LJY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L22 LJY find?
L22 LJY passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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