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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L39 ATTMOT history

L39 ATT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 165,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

L39 ATT blue 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 14 Nov 2027
Mileage
165,724 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 ATT
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
12 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 ATT was last recorded at 165,724 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,723 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,724 miles
  • 2025 – 163,369 miles
  • 2024 – 156,553 miles
  • 2023 – 149,396 miles
  • 2022 – 141,439 miles
  • 2021 – 132,885 miles
  • 2020 – 125,650 miles
  • 2019 – 115,830 miles
  • 2018 – 111,413 miles
  • 2017 – 109,513 miles
  • 2016 – 105,132 miles
  • 2015 – 105,105 miles
  • 2014 – 104,860 miles
  • 2013 – 103,960 miles
  • 2012 – 103,401 miles
  • 2011 – 100,042 miles
  • 2010 – 98,173 miles
  • 2009 – 97,089 miles
  • 2008 – 95,984 miles
  • 2007 – 94,833 miles
  • 2006 – 93,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,724 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs have corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • VIN plate damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,724 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    165,724 miles
    Test number
    734558168573
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs have corrosion

  2. Fail165,723 miles (+2,354)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,723 miles
    Test number
    477486249469
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs have corrosion

  3. Pass163,369 miles (+6,816)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    163,369 miles
    Test number
    397052547107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,553 miles (+7,157)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,553 miles
    Test number
    632861498733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    149,396 miles
    Test number
    610384925976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail149,396 miles (+7,957)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,396 miles
    Test number
    373168777397
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,439 miles (+8,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,439 miles
    Test number
    699790607272
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryVehicle has various oil leaks

  8. Pass132,885 miles (+7,235)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,885 miles
    Test number
    903209430330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,650 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,650 miles
    Test number
    704493338155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail125,646 miles (+9,816)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,646 miles
    Test number
    944628733152
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number incomplete main vin plate under bonnet (0.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported rubbing spring base on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported rubbing spring base on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront light bar could blind oncoming drivers on main beam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass115,830 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,830 miles
    Test number
    742744389352
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVIN plate damaged

  12. Fail115,829 miles (+4,416)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    169688021627
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVIN plate damaged

  13. Pass111,413 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,413 miles
    Test number
    111899704699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,412 miles (+1,899)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,412 miles
    Test number
    707250918948
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

  15. Pass109,513 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,513 miles
    Test number
    960509673416
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWipers do not return to park position unaided

  16. Fail109,511 miles (+4,379)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,511 miles
    Test number
    487836557797
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWipers do not return to park position unaided

  17. Pass105,132 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    105,132 miles
    Test number
    697800559461
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear propshaft rear uj slight play
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail105,124 miles (+19)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,124 miles
    Test number
    970124684966
    • FailureFront wheel bearing has excessive play swivel bearing (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear propshaft rear uj slight play
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight lift in o/s drag link end
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

  19. Fail105,105 miles (+245)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,105 miles
    Test number
    887715715205
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass104,860 miles (+900)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,860 miles
    Test number
    908277094172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBottom of fuel tank corroded possible leak

  21. Pass103,960 miles (+559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,960 miles
    Test number
    765645273119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass103,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,401 miles
    Test number
    218653162170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail103,401 miles (+3,359)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,401 miles
    Test number
    827713862107
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass100,042 miles (+1,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,042 miles
    Test number
    878074851125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass98,173 miles (+1,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    98,173 miles
    Test number
    900704650126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  26. Pass97,089 miles (+47)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,089 miles
    Test number
    952503319153
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear prop shaft rear joint has slight play

  27. Fail97,042 miles (+1,058)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,042 miles
    Test number
    570676509135
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear prop shaft rear joint has slight play

  28. Pass95,984 miles (+1,151)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    95,984 miles
    Test number
    151208488445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin

  29. Pass94,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    94,833 miles
    Test number
    252417407499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail94,833 miles (+1,768)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,833 miles
    Test number
    330497007177
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  31. Pass93,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    93,065 miles
    Test number
    110811896232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about L39 ATT

Does L39 ATT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 ATT is valid until 14 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 ATT?
The MOT on L39 ATT is valid until 14 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 ATT done?
L39 ATT was recorded at 165,724 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 3,631 miles a year.
Has L39 ATT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 ATT has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L39 ATT 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 L39 ATT find?
L39 ATT passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: both rear chassis legs have corrosion.

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