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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

L30 NVDMOT history

L30 NVD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 112,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L30 NVD 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 17 May 2027
Mileage
112,134 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 NVD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 NVD was last recorded at 112,134 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,512 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,622 miles
Average per year
5,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,134 miles
  • 2025 – 109,512 miles
  • 2024 – 107,119 miles
  • 2023 – 99,755 miles
  • 2018 – 87,221 miles
  • 2017 – 85,013 miles
  • 2016 – 77,353 miles
  • 2014 – 61,520 miles
  • 2013 – 56,349 miles
  • 2012 – 47,703 miles
  • 2011 – 40,370 miles
  • 2010 – 31,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,134 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.

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Nearside front swivel joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Axle oil seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,134 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    837002148940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,512 miles (+2,393)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,512 miles
    Test number
    927034016303
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (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 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass107,119 miles (+7,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,119 miles
    Test number
    753046778489
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass99,755 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,755 miles
    Test number
    263200735378
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Nearside front swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail99,751 miles (+12,530)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,751 miles
    Test number
    353722598709
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Nearside front swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass87,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,221 miles
    Test number
    214541264481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,221 miles (+2,208)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,221 miles
    Test number
    258546516008
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded chassis to flexi near rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Pass85,013 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,013 miles
    Test number
    978887779701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle oil seal leaking
  9. Fail84,974 miles (+7,621)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,974 miles
    Test number
    995221567893
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle oil seal leaking
  10. Pass77,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    365040797692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,353 miles (+15,833)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    131716913228
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  12. Pass61,520 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,520 miles
    Test number
    598220214386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,514 miles (+5,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,514 miles
    Test number
    806818204366
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  14. Pass56,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,349 miles
    Test number
    857412193118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,349 miles (+8,646)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,349 miles
    Test number
    207772093456
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass47,703 miles (+15)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,703 miles
    Test number
    796829192193
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteEngine oily
    • NoteGearbox noisey
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working
  17. Fail47,688 miles (+7,318)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    326518192131
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteEngine oily
    • NoteGearbox noisey
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working
  18. Pass40,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,370 miles
    Test number
    368888101252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,370 miles (+9,114)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,370 miles
    Test number
    966788301275
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have 3mm of tread left
    • NoteFront reg plate in poor condition
    • NoteSlight play in both rear shock bottom bushes
  20. Pass31,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,256 miles
    Test number
    634447390165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 NVD

Does L30 NVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 NVD is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 NVD?
The MOT on L30 NVD is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 NVD done?
L30 NVD was recorded at 112,134 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,106 miles a year.
Has L30 NVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 NVD has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L30 NVD 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 L30 NVD find?
L30 NVD passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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