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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L288 MSSMOT history

L288 MSS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 106,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

L288 MSS blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
106,194 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L288 MSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
13 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L288 MSS was last recorded at 106,194 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,395 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
799 miles
Average per year
1,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,194 miles
  • 2024 – 105,395 miles
  • 2023 – 104,560 miles
  • 2022 – 103,542 miles
  • 2021 – 102,519 miles
  • 2020 – 101,274 miles
  • 2019 – 100,765 miles
  • 2018 – 100,251 miles
  • 2017 – 99,175 miles
  • 2016 – 97,614 miles
  • 2015 – 95,896 miles
  • 2014 – 93,327 miles
  • 2013 – 90,591 miles
  • 2012 – 88,739 miles
  • 2011 – 86,189 miles
  • 2010 – 83,484 miles
  • 2009 – 81,077 miles
  • 2008 – 79,056 miles
  • 2007 – 77,355 miles
  • 2006 – 76,466 miles
  • 2005 – 72,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,194 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole under bottom door hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near towbar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 engine

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Body corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Body holed at offside centre body mount

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Small hole at bolt on panel next to nearside seatbelt mount

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,194 miles (+799)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,194 miles
    Test number
    205541520963
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole under bottom door hinge (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near towbar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass105,395 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,395 miles
    Test number
    798284353494
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective incomplete (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside components corroded or heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed below nearside door lower hinge
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside belt mount
  3. Fail105,395 miles (+835)11 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,395 miles
    Test number
    293208236148
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting holed at footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring seat holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front centre mount holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting holed at footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective incomplete (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside components corroded or heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed below nearside door lower hinge
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside belt mount
  4. Pass104,560 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,560 miles
    Test number
    769888090144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed at offside centre body mount
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside seatbelt mount
  5. Fail104,555 miles (+1,013)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,555 miles
    Test number
    833443079102
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.89 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure centre mount heavily corroded/incomplete (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holed at upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed at offside centre body mount
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside seatbelt mount
  6. Pass103,542 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,542 miles
    Test number
    478598080869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed at offside centre body mount
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside seatbelt mount
  7. Fail103,542 miles (+1,023)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,542 miles
    Test number
    509629125139
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted heavily corroded, holed with sharp edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted heavily corroded, holed with sharp edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis holed at steering mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis heavily corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryBody holed at offside centre body mount
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront bumper heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel next to nearside seatbelt mount
  8. Pass102,519 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,519 miles
    Test number
    344897874484
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis and body corroded
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel at nearside front seatbelt mount
  9. Fail102,518 miles (+1,244)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,518 miles
    Test number
    961595270710
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front centre mount incomplete (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis holed at rear centre mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front centre mount incomplete (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle holed at nearside shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel at nearside front seat belt mount
  10. Pass101,274 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,274 miles
    Test number
    250208772492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearboxs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of the chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail101,263 miles (+498)2 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,263 miles
    Test number
    795626014103
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger that fuel tank bolts on to (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back boxs (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearboxs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of the chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass100,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,765 miles
    Test number
    574705596624
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel below nearside front seatbelt mount, strength of panel not significantly reduced
  13. Fail100,765 miles (+514)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,765 miles
    Test number
    860206390747
    • MajorFuel tank leaking signs of leak (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached rear axle broken at shock mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis hole at arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall hole at bolt on panel below nearside front seatbelt mount, strength of panel not significantly reduced
  14. Pass100,251 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,251 miles
    Test number
    281863858397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay at both rear lower shock bushes
    • AdvisorySigns of leak at fuel tank
  15. Fail100,251 miles (+1,076)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,251 miles
    Test number
    277530071361
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill in door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay at both rear lower shock bushes
    • AdvisorySigns of leak at fuel tank
  16. Pass99,175 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,175 miles
    Test number
    113121902187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,614 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,614 miles
    Test number
    374456728167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,896 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,896 miles
    Test number
    987663899964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,887 miles (+2,560)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,887 miles
    Test number
    862075863443
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bolt could be loose (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded offside body holed (marked) (5.2.6)
  20. Pass93,327 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    93,327 miles
    Test number
    826867634266
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail93,327 miles (+2,736)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,327 miles
    Test number
    106897034268
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass90,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    666232053258
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  23. Fail90,591 miles (+1,852)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    728548843216
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  24. Pass88,739 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    88,739 miles
    Test number
    427424652202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,189 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    799798541243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass83,484 miles (+2,407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    83,484 miles
    Test number
    501761250265
    • NoteOffside and nearside swivel housing seals leaking slightly
  27. Pass81,077 miles (+2,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,077 miles
    Test number
    721713559233
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  28. Pass79,056 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,056 miles
    Test number
    273202958217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail77,355 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,355 miles
    Test number
    393931557409
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  30. Pass77,355 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    77,355 miles
    Test number
    550271057215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass76,466 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    76,466 miles
    Test number
    952297156268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail72,742 miles1 dangerous7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,742 miles
    Test number
    272171575434
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Intermediate drop arm excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteTiming belt due at 60000 miles, no history †milage 72742 so not done

Questions about L288 MSS

Does L288 MSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L288 MSS expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L288 MSS?
The MOT on L288 MSS expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L288 MSS done?
L288 MSS was recorded at 106,194 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 1,650 miles a year.
Has L288 MSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L288 MSS has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L288 MSS 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 L288 MSS find?
L288 MSS failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 5 major defects and 12 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole under bottom door hinge; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting holed; offside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 14 more.

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