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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L321 GUJMOT history

L321 GUJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 180,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

L321 GUJ 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
180,059 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L321 GUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L321 GUJ was last recorded at 180,059 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 May 2013: 136,612 miles, lower than 160,186 miles on 17 Apr 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
178,590 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,469 miles
Average per year
1,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,059 miles
  • 2025 – 178,590 miles
  • 2024 – 176,996 miles
  • 2023 – 175,636 miles
  • 2022 – 174,607 miles
  • 2021 – 173,377 miles
  • 2020 – 172,687 miles
  • 2017 – 171,592 miles
  • 2016 – 170,670 miles
  • 2015 – 169,565 miles
  • 2014 – 166,837 miles
  • 2013 – 163,612 miles
  • 2012 – 160,186 miles
  • 2011 – 159,013 miles
  • 2010 – 157,738 miles
  • 2009 – 156,063 miles
  • 2008 – 155,375 miles
  • 2007 – 147,108 miles
  • 2006 – 140,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,059 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front front wiper linkage worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,059 miles (+1,469)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    180,059 miles
    Test number
    107627050260
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass178,590 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,590 miles
    Test number
    216605340528
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Fail178,586 miles (+1,590)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,586 miles
    Test number
    896895779961
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass176,996 miles (+1,360)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    176,996 miles
    Test number
    941863891661
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass175,636 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    175,636 miles
    Test number
    478956984718
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all 4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn

  6. Fail175,625 miles (+1,018)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,625 miles
    Test number
    474296380559
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front of hub (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint insecure bolt loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security central (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all 4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn

  7. Pass174,607 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    174,607 miles
    Test number
    651888206097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail174,598 miles (+1,221)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,598 miles
    Test number
    496938498105
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake performance not tested fluid leak. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass173,377 miles (+690)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    173,377 miles
    Test number
    595943339215
    • MinorNearside Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources No Plate Lamp Unit, 2 Bulbs, one Not Working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Chassis General Surface Corrosion, Coil Springs, Arms Etc. Protective Paint Flaking Off.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play UJ Joining shaft to S/Box (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass172,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    172,687 miles
    Test number
    884247860212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail172,687 miles (+1,095)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,687 miles
    Test number
    520411321911
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass171,592 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    171,592 miles
    Test number
    216460571819
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail171,592 miles (+922)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,592 miles
    Test number
    349842626961
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass170,670 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    170,670 miles
    Test number
    817674079900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass169,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    169,565 miles
    Test number
    685433911730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail169,565 miles (+2,728)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,565 miles
    Test number
    214973135113
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass166,837 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    166,837 miles
    Test number
    766528464219
    • NoteRear axle bump stops missing

  18. Fail166,837 miles (+3,225)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,837 miles
    Test number
    445108094153
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s rear axle bump stop missing

  19. Pass163,612 miles (+27,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    163,612 miles
    Test number
    808360753110
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail136,612 miles (-23,574)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,612 miles
    Test number
    248334533490
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass160,186 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    160,186 miles
    Test number
    455828702193
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteO/s body hanger corroded

  22. Fail160,186 miles (+1,173)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,186 miles
    Test number
    685832902139
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteO/s body hanger corroded

  23. Pass159,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    159,013 miles
    Test number
    485250311195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail159,013 miles (+1,275)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,013 miles
    Test number
    259620811158
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass157,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    157,738 miles
    Test number
    201417910122
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Fail157,738 miles (+1,675)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,738 miles
    Test number
    250617710171
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  27. Pass156,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    156,063 miles
    Test number
    804074619180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  28. Fail156,063 miles (+688)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,063 miles
    Test number
    732982419193
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  29. Pass155,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    155,375 miles
    Test number
    211095908454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail155,375 miles (+8,267)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,375 miles
    Test number
    502534798009
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass147,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    147,108 miles
    Test number
    661510657032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail147,108 miles (+6,452)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,108 miles
    Test number
    274150557008
    • FailureBrake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  33. Pass140,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    140,656 miles
    Test number
    460818846081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L321 GUJ

Does L321 GUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L321 GUJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L321 GUJ?
The MOT on L321 GUJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L321 GUJ done?
L321 GUJ was recorded at 180,059 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 1,933 miles a year.
Has L321 GUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L321 GUJ has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L321 GUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L321 GUJ find?
L321 GUJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 6 more.

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