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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L2 SCTMOT history

L2 SCT is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 177,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

L2 SCT white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,096 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SCT was last recorded at 177,096 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2020: 174,953 miles, lower than 174,983 miles on 21 Aug 2020.

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
177,057 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,096 miles
  • 2023 – 177,057 miles
  • 2022 – 176,940 miles
  • 2021 – 176,527 miles
  • 2020 – 174,953 miles
  • 2019 – 174,003 miles
  • 2018 – 168,280 miles
  • 2016 – 162,497 miles
  • 2015 – 156,225 miles
  • 2014 – 139,619 miles
  • 2013 – 124,231 miles
  • 2012 – 113,377 miles
  • 2010 – 99,489 miles
  • 2009 – 83,424 miles
  • 2008 – 52,544 miles
  • 2006 – 38,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,096 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bushes , both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,096 miles (+39)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,096 miles
    Test number
    120907595761
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass177,057 miles (+117)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    177,057 miles
    Test number
    502619420342
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Ball joint on steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Corrosion in central chassis section is not considered excessive

  3. Pass176,940 miles (+413)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    176,940 miles
    Test number
    563219040419
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust metered smoke just within limits
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,527 miles (+1,574)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    176,527 miles
    Test number
    359506962029
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated above axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive middle of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,953 miles (-30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    174,953 miles
    Test number
    528245183859
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bushes , both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail174,983 miles (+980)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,983 miles
    Test number
    645427225041
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached broken / insecure (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bushes , both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass174,003 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    174,003 miles
    Test number
    204397402654
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both brake pipes very close to touching spring seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail174,003 miles (+5,723)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,003 miles
    Test number
    347879814304
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both brake pipes very close to touching spring seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass168,280 miles (+5,783)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    168,280 miles
    Test number
    812894212726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass162,497 miles (+6,272)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    162,497 miles
    Test number
    341678382420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass156,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    156,225 miles
    Test number
    812485489689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail156,225 miles (+2,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,225 miles
    Test number
    574895152187
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

  13. Pass153,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    153,395 miles
    Test number
    525736905095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail153,395 miles (+13,776)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,395 miles
    Test number
    135146205490
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass139,619 miles (+15,388)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    139,619 miles
    Test number
    866574104056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,231 miles (+10,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    124,231 miles
    Test number
    767602403067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  17. Pass113,377 miles (+13,888)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    113,377 miles
    Test number
    959827602000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,489 miles (+16,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    532420150345
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass83,424 miles (+22,565)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    83,424 miles
    Test number
    722076259303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,859 miles (+8,315)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,859 miles
    Test number
    774097809058
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass52,544 miles (+14,067)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,544 miles
    Test number
    560868508082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,477 miles
    Test number
    614270546353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 SCT

Does L2 SCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SCT is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SCT?
The MOT on L2 SCT is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SCT done?
L2 SCT was recorded at 177,096 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 7,052 miles a year.
Has L2 SCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SCT has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on L2 SCT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L2 SCT find?
L2 SCT passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis, and 6 more.

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