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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L39 LFOMOT history

L39 LFO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 126,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L39 LFO 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 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
126,621 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 LFO
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
11 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 LFO was last recorded at 126,621 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 1,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,252 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,369 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,621 miles
  • 2025 – 125,252 miles
  • 2024 – 123,716 miles
  • 2023 – 111,917 miles
  • 2022 – 111,357 miles
  • 2020 – 109,838 miles
  • 2019 – 107,942 miles
  • 2018 – 105,028 miles
  • 2017 – 103,341 miles
  • 2016 – 101,516 miles
  • 2015 – 98,192 miles
  • 2014 – 95,463 miles
  • 2013 – 92,888 miles
  • 2012 – 90,427 miles
  • 2011 – 88,883 miles
  • 2010 – 86,512 miles
  • 2009 – 84,212 miles
  • 2008 – 81,383 miles
  • 2007 – 79,468 miles
  • 2006 – 76,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,621 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear shock upper mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

36 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,621 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    126,621 miles
    Test number
    5698484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,252 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,252 miles
    Test number
    4527881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail125,176 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    125,176 miles
    Test number
    4497927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,716 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    123,716 miles
    Test number
    3187734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,203 miles (+10,286)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,203 miles
    Test number
    3017698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,917 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,917 miles
    Test number
    670814327787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,357 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,357 miles
    Test number
    756133863275
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt stalk cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers not self parking
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints leaking

  8. Fail111,355 miles (+1,517)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,355 miles
    Test number
    306462606010
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers will not self park
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger window adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axel swivel oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop shaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass109,838 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,838 miles
    Test number
    931836067605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear shock upper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front out rigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Fail109,837 miles (+1,895)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,837 miles
    Test number
    614933499950
    • DangerousCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear shock upper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front out rigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass107,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,942 miles
    Test number
    754961613727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail107,941 miles (+2,913)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,941 miles
    Test number
    555553287706
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testTowbar attachment insecure locking pin missing (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass105,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,028 miles
    Test number
    868055921682
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts damaged

  14. Fail105,028 miles (+1,687)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,028 miles
    Test number
    136174006091
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts damaged

  15. Pass103,341 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    103,341 miles
    Test number
    548191676524
    • AdvisoryLengthy foot brake pedal travel

  16. Fail103,264 miles (+1,748)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,264 miles
    Test number
    420055580625
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentral Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam cracked at stabilizer mounting (2.5.A.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust rubber mounting missing
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seatbelt buckle cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished and low on tread
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLengthy foot brake pedal travel

  17. Pass101,516 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,516 miles
    Test number
    880157248984
    • AdvisoryCentre seatbelt buckle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt buckle cover missing

  18. Fail101,513 miles (+3,321)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,513 miles
    Test number
    404705568111
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre seatbelt buckle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt buckle cover missing

  19. Pass98,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    256353750536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,192 miles (+2,729)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    479997696198
    • FailureFuel tank insecure offside chassis outrigger corroded at tank mounts (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass95,463 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,463 miles
    Test number
    589609364219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,462 miles (+2,574)16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,462 miles
    Test number
    956327044224
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTrailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass92,888 miles (+110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,888 miles
    Test number
    178058843233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail92,778 miles (+2,351)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,778 miles
    Test number
    627575443261
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass90,427 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,427 miles
    Test number
    368653642414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,423 miles (+1,540)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,423 miles
    Test number
    109732042204
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Fail88,883 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    448952141215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe corroding
    • NoteRear cross member corroding

  28. Pass88,883 miles (+2,371)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    468712941240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe corroding
    • NoteRear cross member corroding

  29. Pass86,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,512 miles
    Test number
    633554340218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail86,512 miles (+2,300)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,512 miles
    Test number
    732527330273
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass84,212 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,212 miles
    Test number
    410259339299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Fail84,207 miles (+2,824)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,207 miles
    Test number
    753528939227
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass81,383 miles (+1,915)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    81,383 miles
    Test number
    353600228203
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise front number plate showing signes of contamination
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear bump stop missing above rear axle

  34. Pass79,468 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    344077157240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  35. Pass76,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    76,288 miles
    Test number
    354276836484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  36. Fail76,288 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,288 miles
    Test number
    832266036288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L39 LFO

Does L39 LFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 LFO is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 LFO?
The MOT on L39 LFO is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 LFO done?
L39 LFO was recorded at 126,621 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has L39 LFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 LFO has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L39 LFO 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 LFO find?
L39 LFO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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