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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L39 CWOMOT history

L39 CWO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 125,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L39 CWO red 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
125,610 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 CWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
7 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 CWO was last recorded at 125,610 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 3,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,910 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,700 miles
Average per year
1,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,610 miles
  • 2024 – 121,910 miles
  • 2023 – 120,663 miles
  • 2022 – 119,133 miles
  • 2020 – 117,115 miles
  • 2019 – 114,925 miles
  • 2018 – 112,876 miles
  • 2017 – 111,374 miles
  • 2016 – 109,891 miles
  • 2015 – 108,559 miles
  • 2014 – 106,879 miles
  • 2013 – 105,438 miles
  • 2012 – 102,714 miles
  • 2011 – 100,559 miles
  • 2010 – 95,963 miles
  • 2009 – 92,325 miles
  • 2008 – 90,021 miles
  • 2007 – 87,103 miles
  • 2006 – 87,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,610 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coil spring corroded n/s, o/s, front and back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,610 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    125,610 miles
    Test number
    807288366736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,910 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,910 miles
    Test number
    289356131424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail121,908 miles (+1,245)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,908 miles
    Test number
    459118314950
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass120,663 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    120,663 miles
    Test number
    718821347586
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s, o/s, front and back (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    645555206930
    • DangerousNearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired very corroded (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s, o/s, front and back (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  6. Pass119,133 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    119,133 miles
    Test number
    638768232320
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded o/s and n/s front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail119,121 miles (+2,006)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,121 miles
    Test number
    885362161297
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Fuel tank insecure tank bracket corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking steering box leaking oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded o/s and n/s front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass117,115 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,115 miles
    Test number
    700016515115
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail117,105 miles (+2,180)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    308995772534
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass114,925 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,925 miles
    Test number
    187930506267
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail114,925 miles (+2,049)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,925 miles
    Test number
    125552713999
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass112,876 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,876 miles
    Test number
    457860965813
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle very rusty

  13. Fail112,865 miles (+1,491)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,865 miles
    Test number
    333706890979
    • DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation both rear (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle very rusty

  14. Pass111,374 miles (+1,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,374 miles
    Test number
    483161501373
    • AdvisoryUnder side not clean

  15. Pass109,891 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,891 miles
    Test number
    424347746630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail109,879 miles (+1,320)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,879 miles
    Test number
    526211669655
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail108,559 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,559 miles
    Test number
    256441135421
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass108,559 miles (+1,680)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,559 miles
    Test number
    607921635157
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass106,879 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,879 miles
    Test number
    167620724164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail106,847 miles (+1,409)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,847 miles
    Test number
    497389314185
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass105,438 miles (+2,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,438 miles
    Test number
    918548423190
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass102,714 miles (+2,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,714 miles
    Test number
    779172122127
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass100,559 miles (+4,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    100,559 miles
    Test number
    966584321147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass95,963 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,963 miles
    Test number
    473081410121
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail95,962 miles (+3,637)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,962 miles
    Test number
    743641610130
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass92,325 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,325 miles
    Test number
    542230029191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass90,021 miles (+2,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    90,021 miles
    Test number
    874449318196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass87,103 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    87,103 miles
    Test number
    160871227110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass87,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    87,015 miles
    Test number
    924251616169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L39 CWO

Does L39 CWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 CWO is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L39 CWO?
The MOT on L39 CWO is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 CWO done?
L39 CWO was recorded at 125,610 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 1,971 miles a year.
Has L39 CWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 CWO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L39 CWO 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 CWO find?
L39 CWO passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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