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Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,494 cc

L40 UADMOT history

L40 UAD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 200,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

L40 UAD green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
200,897 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 UAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 UAD was last recorded at 200,897 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,839 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
4,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,897 miles
  • 2024 – 198,610 miles
  • 2023 – 196,021 miles
  • 2022 – 194,677 miles
  • 2021 – 193,123 miles
  • 2020 – 190,633 miles
  • 2019 – 189,472 miles
  • 2018 – 185,880 miles
  • 2017 – 180,149 miles
  • 2016 – 176,186 miles
  • 2015 – 172,330 miles
  • 2014 – 167,963 miles
  • 2013 – 162,903 miles
  • 2012 – 157,018 miles
  • 2011 – 149,623 miles
  • 2010 – 141,837 miles
  • 2008 – 135,595 miles
  • 2007 – 129,444 miles
  • 2006 – 121,632 miles
  • 2005 – 115,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,897 miles
  • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryIndicator switch loose at steering columnRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,897 miles (+58)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    200,897 miles
    Test number
    402591931123
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIndicator switch loose at steering column

  2. Fail200,839 miles (+2,229)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,839 miles
    Test number
    496017430895
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIndicator switch loose at steering column

  3. Pass198,610 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    198,610 miles
    Test number
    241445660022
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive area of steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly noisy

  4. Fail198,581 miles (+2,560)10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,581 miles
    Test number
    151354921515
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring turret area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring turret area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength near suspension rod area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft bolts at drum end loose
    • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly loose on carrier

  5. Pass196,021 miles (+1,344)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    196,021 miles
    Test number
    758198747750
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both radius arm bush offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  6. Pass194,677 miles (+1,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    194,677 miles
    Test number
    189957548091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive oil leak but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass193,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    193,123 miles
    Test number
    154097312738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail193,123 miles (+2,490)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,123 miles
    Test number
    123260893532
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrig (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass190,633 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    190,633 miles
    Test number
    750740058426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Fail190,633 miles (+1,161)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,633 miles
    Test number
    893109789260
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Pass189,472 miles (+3,592)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    189,472 miles
    Test number
    276137990804
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass185,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    185,880 miles
    Test number
    233890524435
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Fail185,880 miles (+5,731)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,880 miles
    Test number
    679150310455
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass180,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    180,149 miles
    Test number
    776180313299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail180,149 miles (+3,963)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,149 miles
    Test number
    251736786078
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass176,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    176,186 miles
    Test number
    540999113935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail176,186 miles (+3,856)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,186 miles
    Test number
    589971706073
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass172,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    172,330 miles
    Test number
    875721525169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail172,330 miles (+4,367)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,330 miles
    Test number
    988831425136
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass167,963 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    167,963 miles
    Test number
    455619224116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass162,903 miles (+5,885)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    162,903 miles
    Test number
    597479843134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass157,018 miles (+7,395)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    157,018 miles
    Test number
    245244942480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass149,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    149,623 miles
    Test number
    338484041162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail149,623 miles (+7,786)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,623 miles
    Test number
    815374041100
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass141,837 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    141,837 miles
    Test number
    524655800029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail135,595 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,595 miles
    Test number
    383596138356
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)

  27. Pass135,595 miles (+6,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    135,595 miles
    Test number
    451486138475
    • 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)

  28. Pass129,444 miles (+7,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    129,444 miles
    Test number
    533331747307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass121,632 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    121,632 miles
    Test number
    863237926303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass115,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    115,647 miles
    Test number
    472622445433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 UAD

Does L40 UAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 UAD expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 UAD?
The MOT on L40 UAD expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 UAD done?
L40 UAD was recorded at 200,897 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 4,299 miles a year.
Has L40 UAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 UAD has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 UAD 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 L40 UAD find?
L40 UAD passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light; brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear; exhaust noisy, and 6 more.

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