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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L26 FJMMOT history

L26 FJM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 200,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

L26 FJM 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 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
200,002 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 FJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 FJM was last recorded at 200,002 miles on 29 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2025: 200,002 miles, lower than 200,006 miles on 24 Oct 2025.

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
200,006 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Average per year
4,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,002 miles
  • 2024 – 194,724 miles
  • 2023 – 183,038 miles
  • 2022 – 180,560 miles
  • 2021 – 176,895 miles
  • 2020 – 173,397 miles
  • 2019 – 168,518 miles
  • 2018 – 164,884 miles
  • 2017 – 161,176 miles
  • 2016 – 158,189 miles
  • 2015 – 154,601 miles
  • 2013 – 151,379 miles
  • 2012 – 148,158 miles
  • 2011 – 141,038 miles
  • 2010 – 132,393 miles
  • 2009 – 124,024 miles
  • 2008 – 118,327 miles
  • 2007 – 108,290 miles
  • 2006 – 107,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,002 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront both sides footwell area corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,002 miles (-4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    200,002 miles
    Test number
    166885645931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides footwell area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail200,006 miles (+5,282)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,006 miles
    Test number
    603088898345
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides footwell area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,724 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    194,724 miles
    Test number
    277489650570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail194,716 miles (+11,678)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,716 miles
    Test number
    627311064035
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass183,038 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    183,038 miles
    Test number
    826771525180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass180,560 miles (+3,665)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    180,560 miles
    Test number
    953993708102
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass176,895 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    176,895 miles
    Test number
    683607489294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail176,852 miles (+3,455)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,852 miles
    Test number
    521314239873
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass173,397 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    173,397 miles
    Test number
    243341859489
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Fail173,362 miles (+4,844)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,362 miles
    Test number
    699602059712
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass168,518 miles (+3,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,518 miles
    Test number
    587386509364
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  12. Pass164,884 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    164,884 miles
    Test number
    862447759288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail164,775 miles (+3,599)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,775 miles
    Test number
    289850020260
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass161,176 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    161,176 miles
    Test number
    437229564185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail161,125 miles (+2,936)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,125 miles
    Test number
    690933998682
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass158,189 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    158,189 miles
    Test number
    572670143133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre badly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in badly perished tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front badly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear badly perished tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear quater panel damaged

  17. Fail158,188 miles (+3,587)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,188 miles
    Test number
    893931413751
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop link ball joint (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre badly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in badly perished tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front badly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear badly perished tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear quater panel damaged

  18. Pass154,601 miles (+5)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    154,601 miles
    Test number
    146152575440
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear quater pannel and surrounding area damaged but no sharp edges.

  19. Fail154,596 miles (+3,217)7 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,596 miles
    Test number
    609575465061
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear quater pannel and surrounding area damaged but no sharp edges.

  20. Pass151,379 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    151,379 miles
    Test number
    769933353314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished.
    • NoteWipers do not park.

  21. Fail151,379 miles (+3,221)5 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,379 miles
    Test number
    798531153347
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished.
    • NoteWipers do not park.

  22. Pass148,158 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    148,158 miles
    Test number
    767256322354
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r panel has accident damage, no sharp edges

  23. Fail148,156 miles (+7,118)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,156 miles
    Test number
    589319012365
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r panel has accident damage, no sharp edges

  24. Pass141,038 miles (+102)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    141,038 miles
    Test number
    716749961291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside door mirror cracked

  25. Fail140,936 miles (+8,543)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,936 miles
    Test number
    295914061296
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside door mirror cracked

  26. Pass132,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    132,393 miles
    Test number
    352234360431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail132,393 miles (+8,369)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,393 miles
    Test number
    971314160202
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass124,024 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    124,024 miles
    Test number
    704311149213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass118,327 miles (+10,037)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    118,327 miles
    Test number
    242245428276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass108,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    108,290 miles
    Test number
    692404617225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail108,290 miles (+1,153)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,290 miles
    Test number
    700994617238
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass107,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    107,137 miles
    Test number
    523397006241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail107,137 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,137 miles
    Test number
    392556406466
    • FailureDrive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L26 FJM

Does L26 FJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 FJM is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L26 FJM?
The MOT on L26 FJM is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 FJM done?
L26 FJM was recorded at 200,002 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 4,821 miles a year.
Has L26 FJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 FJM has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 FJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L26 FJM find?
L26 FJM passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; front both sides footwell area corroded, and 1 more.

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