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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L40 ATPMOT history

L40 ATP is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 200,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

L40 ATP white 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
200,000 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 ATP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
21 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 ATP was last recorded at 200,000 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Feb 2020: 200,000 miles, lower than 206,982 miles on 22 Feb 2019.

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
200,000 miles · 20 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,000 miles
  • 2023 – 200,000 miles
  • 2022 – 200,000 miles
  • 2021 – 200,000 miles
  • 2020 – 200,000 miles
  • 2019 – 206,982 miles
  • 2015 – 206,278 miles
  • 2014 – 200,327 miles
  • 2013 – 197,288 miles
  • 2012 – 194,187 miles
  • 2011 – 189,799 miles
  • 2010 – 182,224 miles
  • 2009 – 175,866 miles
  • 2008 – 169,819 miles
  • 2007 – 164,979 miles
  • 2006 – 159,503 miles
  • 2005 – 153,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,000 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 Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive g/box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s swivel pin leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    167067638819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    578570617556
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    732999581171
    • DangerousNearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867699169748
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play front joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    928828177022
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play front joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass200,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    206942749836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass200,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    199391181862
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leeking

  8. Pass200,000 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    527088708098
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s swivel pin leaking

  9. Fail200,000 miles1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    398488649207
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective missing (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking injector pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droparm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s swivel pin leaking

  10. Pass200,000 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    442138710895
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin innerside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail200,000 miles (-6,982)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    680516386869
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to lack of oil (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin innerside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass206,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    206,982 miles
    Test number
    519673175123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail206,981 miles (+703)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,981 miles
    Test number
    420376267911
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail206,278 miles (+5,951)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,278 miles
    Test number
    466673783943
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)

  15. Pass200,327 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    200,327 miles
    Test number
    537367664292
    • NoteBulkhead panel corroded
    • NoteFront bumper badly corroded
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded

  16. Fail200,326 miles (+3,038)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,326 miles
    Test number
    819805564297
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBulkhead panel corroded
    • NoteFront bumper badly corroded
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded

  17. Pass197,288 miles (+3,101)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    197,288 miles
    Test number
    735217473261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBulk head slightly corroded

  18. Pass194,187 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    194,187 miles
    Test number
    895442172275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass189,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    189,799 miles
    Test number
    448656371266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail189,799 miles (+7,575)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,799 miles
    Test number
    278532461213
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass182,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    182,224 miles
    Test number
    194286560254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail182,224 miles (+6,358)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,224 miles
    Test number
    863193650221
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass175,866 miles (+293)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    175,866 miles
    Test number
    114020469254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering system
    • NoteVehicle has various oil leaks
    • NoteVehicle presented / tested dirty
    • NoteVehicle rusty

  24. Fail175,573 miles (+5,754)7 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,573 miles
    Test number
    980902159294
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering system
    • NoteVehicle has various oil leaks
    • NoteVehicle presented / tested dirty
    • NoteVehicle rusty

  25. Pass169,819 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    169,819 miles
    Test number
    853635158291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll suspension rusty
    • NoteWiper park faulty

  26. Fail169,819 miles (+4,840)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,819 miles
    Test number
    353944158419
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll suspension rusty
    • NoteWiper park faulty

  27. Pass164,979 miles (+5,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    164,979 miles
    Test number
    540617877294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass159,503 miles (+5,535)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    159,503 miles
    Test number
    702422486241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass153,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    153,968 miles
    Test number
    863616685203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 ATP

Does L40 ATP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 ATP is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 ATP?
The MOT on L40 ATP is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 ATP done?
L40 ATP was recorded at 200,000 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 2,254 miles a year.
Has L40 ATP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 ATP has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 ATP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Feb 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L40 ATP find?
L40 ATP passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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