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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L25 DEFMOT history

L25 DEF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Aug 2000. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 117,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L25 DEF green 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,190 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 DEF was last recorded at 117,190 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2013: 93,710 miles, lower than 93,941 miles on 14 Mar 2013.

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
117,172 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
3,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,190 miles
  • 2024 – 115,482 miles
  • 2023 – 113,526 miles
  • 2022 – 110,968 miles
  • 2021 – 108,674 miles
  • 2020 – 107,915 miles
  • 2019 – 107,445 miles
  • 2018 – 105,850 miles
  • 2017 – 104,302 miles
  • 2016 – 102,478 miles
  • 2015 – 100,391 miles
  • 2014 – 99,870 miles
  • 2013 – 93,710 miles
  • 2012 – 87,997 miles
  • 2011 – 82,729 miles
  • 2010 – 77,339 miles
  • 2009 – 72,224 miles
  • 2008 – 55,552 miles
  • 2007 – 46,726 miles
  • 2006 – 40,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,190 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leakingRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,190 miles (+18)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,190 miles
    Test number
    751593325268
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking

  2. Fail117,172 miles (+1,690)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,172 miles
    Test number
    523448055132
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking

  3. Pass115,482 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,482 miles
    Test number
    697733981847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,526 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,526 miles
    Test number
    923914871693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,508 miles (+2,540)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,508 miles
    Test number
    867669069823
    • MajorFront Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated Within 30cm Of body fixing mount (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor Corroded.

  6. Pass110,968 miles (+2,294)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    255436924444
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front underside floor body structure corroded

  7. Pass108,674 miles (+759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,674 miles
    Test number
    628785734660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass107,915 miles (+470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,915 miles
    Test number
    835139115884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,445 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,445 miles
    Test number
    654454997805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,430 miles (+1,580)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,430 miles
    Test number
    331106129851
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass105,850 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,850 miles
    Test number
    775013145355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,819 miles (+1,517)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,819 miles
    Test number
    371614900520
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,302 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    104,302 miles
    Test number
    198973631005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,243 miles (+1,765)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,243 miles
    Test number
    908296219545
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings damper bush worn (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass102,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,478 miles
    Test number
    582064260148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail102,478 miles (+2,087)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,478 miles
    Test number
    635306115743
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass100,391 miles (+521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,391 miles
    Test number
    494223323886
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass99,870 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,870 miles
    Test number
    127774424358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,805 miles (+6,095)1 dangerous7 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,805 miles
    Test number
    459506874224
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front mudflap mounting point heavily corroded and almost broken off

  20. Pass93,710 miles (-231)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    93,710 miles
    Test number
    965341583206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,941 miles (+456)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,941 miles
    Test number
    848053873059
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NotePrevious repairs and underseal
    • NoteUnderside undersealed

  22. Fail93,485 miles (+5,488)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,485 miles
    Test number
    908649123084
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass87,997 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,997 miles
    Test number
    826747262071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail87,990 miles (+8)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,990 miles
    Test number
    288158442095
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

  25. Fail87,982 miles (+5,253)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,982 miles
    Test number
    889579512020
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  26. Pass82,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    82,729 miles
    Test number
    755750721025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail82,729 miles (+5,390)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,729 miles
    Test number
    909340621088
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Fail77,339 miles2 repaired1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,339 miles
    Test number
    592952710048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedal rubbers are worn
    • NoteLoud squeal from engine when revved up, [noted on smoke test]
    • NoteOffside rear top of engine looks damp?
    • NotePark lever has long travel
    • NoteRattle from exhaust area under vehicle?
    • NoteSlight lift in nearside front tie bar ball joint
    • NoteSlight lift in rear axle upper A frame ball joint
    • NoteSteering damper bushes are worn
    • NoteTraces of corrosion nearside rear chassis rail to cross member area

  29. Pass77,339 miles (+5,115)1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,339 miles
    Test number
    972652110018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedal rubbers are worn
    • NoteLoud squeal from engine when revved up, [noted on smoke test]
    • NoteOffside rear top of engine looks damp?
    • NotePark lever has long travel
    • NoteRattle from exhaust area under vehicle?
    • NoteSlight lift in nearside front tie bar ball joint
    • NoteSlight lift in rear axle upper A frame ball joint
    • NoteSteering damper bushes are worn
    • NoteTraces of corrosion nearside rear chassis rail to cross member area

  30. Fail72,224 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    810182229247
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass72,224 miles (+16,672)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    964792929205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass55,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,552 miles
    Test number
    580486028247
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Fail55,552 miles (+8,826)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,552 miles
    Test number
    963806728258
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass46,726 miles (+6,697)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,726 miles
    Test number
    162156507285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass40,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,029 miles
    Test number
    960538026212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L25 DEF

Does L25 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 DEF is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L25 DEF?
The MOT on L25 DEF is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 DEF done?
L25 DEF was recorded at 117,190 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,987 miles a year.
Has L25 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 DEF has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L25 DEF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L25 DEF find?
L25 DEF passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet, and 8 more.

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