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Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L24 FVPMOT history

L24 FVP is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 17,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

L24 FVP red 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 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
17,324 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 FVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 FVP was last recorded at 17,324 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2010: 429 miles, lower than 130,208 miles on 26 May 2009.

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
17,303 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,324 miles
  • 2025 – 15,129 miles
  • 2024 – 14,434 miles
  • 2023 – 14,221 miles
  • 2022 – 13,928 miles
  • 2021 – 13,186 miles
  • 2020 – 12,254 miles
  • 2019 – 11,402 miles
  • 2018 – 10,612 miles
  • 2017 – 9,959 miles
  • 2016 – 9,357 miles
  • 2015 – 8,397 miles
  • 2014 – 7,304 miles
  • 2013 – 6,950 miles
  • 2012 – 5,092 miles
  • 2011 – 3,243 miles
  • 2010 – 467 miles
  • 2009 – 130,208 miles
  • 2008 – 125,214 miles
  • 2007 – 121,421 miles
  • 2006 – 120,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,324 miles
  • AdvisoryChassis heavily corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,324 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    17,324 miles
    Test number
    476193027546
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded

  2. Fail17,303 miles (+2,174)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,303 miles
    Test number
    421628863280
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake peddle sinks instantly (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lhd headlight (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded

  3. Pass15,129 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    15,129 miles
    Test number
    806919815490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer suspension sphere leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step mounting corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rear crosmember replaced, unsure of welding continuity/ seam welded ?
    • AdvisoryBonnet difficult to release
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel

  4. Fail15,129 miles (+695)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,129 miles
    Test number
    827072534389
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer suspension sphere leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security out rigger corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step mounting corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rear crosmember replaced, unsure of welding continuity/ seam welded ?
    • AdvisoryBonnet difficult to release
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel

  5. Pass14,434 miles (+213)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    14,434 miles
    Test number
    851008743600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass14,221 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    14,221 miles
    Test number
    571393445942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass13,928 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    13,928 miles
    Test number
    203800751552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass13,186 miles (+932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    13,186 miles
    Test number
    406209340062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass12,254 miles (+852)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    12,254 miles
    Test number
    237714006569
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment brake pedal travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass11,402 miles (+790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    11,402 miles
    Test number
    391541072965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass10,612 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    10,612 miles
    Test number
    625096514853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,959 miles (+602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    9,959 miles
    Test number
    692210777805
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow brake servo slow at building pressure (3.3.E.6)
    • 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)

  13. Pass9,357 miles (+960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    9,357 miles
    Test number
    203903452879
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass8,397 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    8,397 miles
    Test number
    179739125196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass7,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    7,304 miles
    Test number
    117641944195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail7,300 miles (+350)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,300 miles
    Test number
    436631844146
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass6,950 miles (+9)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    6,950 miles
    Test number
    236814043120
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBOTH REAR DISCS CORRODED
    • NoteOIL LEAK
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/R STABILIZER LINK

  18. Fail6,941 miles (+1,849)7 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,941 miles
    Test number
    207870743413
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBOTH REAR DISCS CORRODED
    • NoteHANDBRAKE TRAVEL HIGH
    • NoteN.S.R BUMP STOP MISSING
    • NoteOIL LEAK
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/R STABILIZER LINK

  19. Pass5,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    5,092 miles
    Test number
    487656842112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail5,092 miles (+1,849)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,092 miles
    Test number
    989526042104
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass3,243 miles (+2,776)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    3,243 miles
    Test number
    819331741179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass467 miles (+38)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    467 miles
    Test number
    714020840136
    • NoteCORROSION TO NSF FOOTWELL

  23. Fail429 miles (-129,779)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    429 miles
    Test number
    231287730120
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • NoteCORROSION TO NSF FOOTWELL

  24. Pass130,208 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    130,208 miles
    Test number
    782166349105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass125,214 miles (+3,793)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    125,214 miles
    Test number
    823556278101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass121,421 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    121,421 miles
    Test number
    853244467036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass120,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    120,369 miles
    Test number
    273641096080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail120,369 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,369 miles
    Test number
    150410896455
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L24 FVP

Does L24 FVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 FVP is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 FVP?
The MOT on L24 FVP is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 FVP done?
L24 FVP was recorded at 17,324 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026.
Has L24 FVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 FVP has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L24 FVP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L24 FVP find?
L24 FVP passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: chassis heavily corroded.

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