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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

L31 ROVMOT history

L31 ROV is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

L31 ROV black 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 9 May 2026
Mileage
106,968 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 ROV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 ROV was last recorded at 106,968 miles on 10 May 2025, 1,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,801 miles · 9 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,167 miles
Average per year
3,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,968 miles
  • 2024 – 105,801 miles
  • 2023 – 105,761 miles
  • 2022 – 103,936 miles
  • 2021 – 102,558 miles
  • 2020 – 98,018 miles
  • 2019 – 90,865 miles
  • 2018 – 82,885 miles
  • 2017 – 77,993 miles
  • 2016 – 74,737 miles
  • 2015 – 71,733 miles
  • 2014 – 69,339 miles
  • 2013 – 68,031 miles
  • 2012 – 64,805 miles
  • 2011 – 64,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,968 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.

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever travel more than normal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Passenger seat cushion insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight oil leak from front and rear axle pinion oil seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight leak from both front swival hub seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,968 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,968 miles
    Test number
    466756975720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,801 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,801 miles
    Test number
    361452694730
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint slight leak o/s and n/s front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail105,801 miles (+40)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,801 miles
    Test number
    812248409844
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint slight leak o/s and n/s front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail105,761 miles (+1,825)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,761 miles
    Test number
    333299312304
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition NO CATILITIC CONVERTER OR CENTRE BOX FITTED (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low O/S AND N/S (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play AT STEERING BOX (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S AND N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySWIVELL JOINTS O/S AND N/S LEAKING

  5. Pass103,936 miles (+1,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    935649945198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,558 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,558 miles
    Test number
    430651536274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,018 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,018 miles
    Test number
    231073515199
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel more than normal
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat cushion insecure

  8. Fail98,013 miles (+7,148)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,013 miles
    Test number
    931395984483
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure Split at centre joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel more than normal
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat cushion insecure

  9. Pass90,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    321297200936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,865 miles (+7,980)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    152249582619
    • DangerousOffside Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings track bar clamp loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,885 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,885 miles
    Test number
    116710894601
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from front and rear axle pinion oil seals
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front swival hub seals

  12. Fail82,881 miles (+4,888)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    562511043715
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from front and rear axle pinion oil seals
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front swival hub seals

  13. Pass77,993 miles (+3,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,993 miles
    Test number
    245072360968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass74,737 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    74,737 miles
    Test number
    647911064305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,733 miles (+2,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,733 miles
    Test number
    707385499444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass69,339 miles (+1,308)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    536828764250
    • NoteNeeds a new split pin,or spring washer on n/side front drag link end castle nut,

  17. Pass68,031 miles (+3,226)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    616119823102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,805 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,805 miles
    Test number
    836536932102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,693 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,693 miles
    Test number
    259200541178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L31 ROV

Does L31 ROV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 ROV expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 ROV?
The MOT on L31 ROV expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 ROV done?
L31 ROV was recorded at 106,968 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 3,025 miles a year.
Has L31 ROV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 ROV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 ROV 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 L31 ROV find?
L31 ROV passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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