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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L45 OALMOT history

L45 OAL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 211,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

L45 OAL green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
211,768 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L45 OAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L45 OAL was last recorded at 211,768 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,758 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,768 miles
  • 2025 – 211,074 miles
  • 2024 – 210,231 miles
  • 2023 – 209,105 miles
  • 2022 – 209,105 miles
  • 2021 – 207,468 miles
  • 2020 – 206,925 miles
  • 2019 – 206,394 miles
  • 2018 – 205,881 miles
  • 2017 – 204,021 miles
  • 2016 – 202,099 miles
  • 2015 – 199,997 miles
  • 2014 – 189,086 miles
  • 2012 – 178,604 miles
  • 2011 – 165,388 miles
  • 2010 – 158,828 miles
  • 2009 – 156,253 miles
  • 2008 – 153,556 miles
  • 2007 – 151,150 miles
  • 2006 – 142,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,768 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front chassis corroded and all of underside undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass211,768 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    211,768 miles
    Test number
    432751891879
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail211,758 miles (+684)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,758 miles
    Test number
    882195156867
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass211,074 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    211,074 miles
    Test number
    620592137630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass210,231 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,231 miles
    Test number
    665086166563
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroded and all of underside undersealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from both diffs and transfer (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail210,231 miles (+1,126)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,231 miles
    Test number
    139772220124
    • MajorFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroded and all of underside undersealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from both diffs and transfer (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass209,105 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    209,105 miles
    Test number
    504247393544
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear diffs/axles (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhole underside and chassis covered in underseal
  7. Fail209,105 miles (+1,637)2 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,105 miles
    Test number
    987572808712
    • DangerousNearside Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear diffs/axles (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhole underside and chassis covered in underseal
  8. Pass207,468 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    207,468 miles
    Test number
    966878536268
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Fail207,468 miles (+543)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,468 miles
    Test number
    981453130538
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor insecure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass206,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    206,925 miles
    Test number
    638362835554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  11. Fail206,925 miles (+531)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,925 miles
    Test number
    479447656400
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  12. Pass206,394 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    206,394 miles
    Test number
    659897845566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail206,385 miles (+504)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,385 miles
    Test number
    481253125696
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
  14. Pass205,881 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    205,881 miles
    Test number
    597294355313
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension is corroded
  15. Fail205,881 miles (+27)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,881 miles
    Test number
    579487821564
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking suspect leakoff pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working when brake applied (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension is corroded
  16. Fail205,854 miles (+1,833)1 dangerous4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,854 miles
    Test number
    261781458730
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking suspect leak off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering box drop arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis is corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension is corroded
  17. Pass204,021 miles (+32)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    204,021 miles
    Test number
    191182316358
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres and the O/S/R tyre started to perish
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip in the front screen (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWiring insecure in engian bay
  18. Fail203,989 miles (+1,890)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,989 miles
    Test number
    624591706295
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureTorsion bar attachment bracket loose (2.4.E.4a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres have started to perish
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge also has a nail in it (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip in front screen (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWiring insecure
  19. Pass202,099 miles (+2,102)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    202,099 miles
    Test number
    120716076798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass199,997 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    199,997 miles
    Test number
    425921515125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail199,974 miles (+10,888)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,974 miles
    Test number
    476414705101
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOffside rear pads appear to be worn low
  22. Pass189,086 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    189,086 miles
    Test number
    825353094078
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Fail189,073 miles (+10,469)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,073 miles
    Test number
    686803094015
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass178,604 miles (+13,216)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    178,604 miles
    Test number
    336716352390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass165,388 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    165,388 miles
    Test number
    827956751383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass158,828 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    158,828 miles
    Test number
    322755550383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass156,253 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    156,253 miles
    Test number
    540459349344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass153,556 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    153,556 miles
    Test number
    714058858396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail153,474 miles (+2,324)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,474 miles
    Test number
    254123338311
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
  30. Pass151,150 miles (+4,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    151,150 miles
    Test number
    922266847321
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  31. Pass147,039 miles (+4,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    147,039 miles
    Test number
    141052477472
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  32. Pass142,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    142,798 miles
    Test number
    152028586472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L45 OAL

Does L45 OAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L45 OAL is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L45 OAL?
The MOT on L45 OAL is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L45 OAL done?
L45 OAL was recorded at 211,768 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 3,383 miles a year.
Has L45 OAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L45 OAL has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L45 OAL 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 L45 OAL find?
L45 OAL passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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