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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L28 UFEMOT history

L28 UFE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 168,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2023.

L28 UFE blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2024
Mileage
168,015 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 UFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 UFE was last recorded at 168,015 miles on 3 Oct 2023, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Sept 2013: 162,668 miles, lower than 165,540 miles on 18 Sept 2012.

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
167,612 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
1,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,015 miles
  • 2021 – 167,612 miles
  • 2020 – 167,237 miles
  • 2019 – 166,780 miles
  • 2018 – 166,245 miles
  • 2017 – 165,772 miles
  • 2016 – 165,192 miles
  • 2015 – 164,533 miles
  • 2014 – 163,727 miles
  • 2013 – 162,668 miles
  • 2012 – 165,540 miles
  • 2011 – 159,141 miles
  • 2010 – 157,496 miles
  • 2009 – 155,562 miles
  • 2008 – 153,381 miles
  • 2007 – 151,130 miles
  • 2006 – 148,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,015 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Centre Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,015 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    168,015 miles
    Test number
    715441850618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,612 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    167,612 miles
    Test number
    858762737845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass167,237 miles (+457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    167,237 miles
    Test number
    677231654290
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass166,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    166,780 miles
    Test number
    615531425480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail166,780 miles (+535)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,780 miles
    Test number
    548068627424
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass166,245 miles (+473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    166,245 miles
    Test number
    157689743853
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass165,772 miles (+580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    165,772 miles
    Test number
    899912654555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn

  8. Pass165,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    165,192 miles
    Test number
    719484203985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,189 miles (+20,656)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,189 miles
    Test number
    398071872959
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  10. Pass164,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    164,533 miles
    Test number
    317628731990
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail164,533 miles (+806)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,533 miles
    Test number
    741357205574
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass163,727 miles (+1,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,727 miles
    Test number
    406729654290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass162,668 miles (-2,872)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    162,668 miles
    Test number
    319572063264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll four tyres perished

  14. Pass165,540 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    165,540 miles
    Test number
    145562962277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  15. Fail165,540 miles (+6,399)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,540 miles
    Test number
    785142062287
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  16. Pass159,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    159,141 miles
    Test number
    567598151281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail159,414 miles (+1,918)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,414 miles
    Test number
    597098351218
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  18. Pass157,496 miles (+1,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    157,496 miles
    Test number
    281726350239
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass155,562 miles (+2,181)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    155,562 miles
    Test number
    471500559279
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  20. Pass153,381 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    153,381 miles
    Test number
    370811938497
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail153,366 miles (+2,236)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,366 miles
    Test number
    383768628229
    • FailureFront Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass151,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    151,130 miles
    Test number
    444029877100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail151,130 miles (+2,792)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,130 miles
    Test number
    692069977151
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass148,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    148,338 miles
    Test number
    651284396172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 UFE

Does L28 UFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L28 UFE expired on 2 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L28 UFE?
The MOT on L28 UFE expired on 2 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L28 UFE done?
L28 UFE was recorded at 168,015 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2023, an average of 1,142 miles a year.
Has L28 UFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 UFE has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on L28 UFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L28 UFE find?
L28 UFE passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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