
Land Rover Defender
Green and Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc
L48 EABMOT history
L48 EAB is a green and black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,090 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 30 Apr 2026
- Mileage
- 93,090 mi
- At MOT on 1 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 16 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,013 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L48 EAB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Green and Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 31 Dec 1993
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 1 May 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L48 EAB was last recorded at 93,090 miles on 1 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 93,090 miles · 1 Feb 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,013 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 93,090 miles
- 2024 – 93,090 miles
- 2022 – 93,047 miles
- 2020 – 87,459 miles
- 2019 – 86,273 miles
- 2018 – 84,503 miles
- 2017 – 83,642 miles
- 2016 – 60,019 miles
- 2015 – 50,201 miles
- 2014 – 47,182 miles
- 2012 – 47,139 miles
- 2010 – 46,274 miles
- 2009 – 43,611 miles
- 2008 – 41,510 miles
- 2007 – 39,064 miles
- 2006 – 35,641 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER BODY CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySlam panel corroded /a pillar
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.
Front slam panel corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Oil leak, but not excessive engine
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting
Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007
Full MOT history
27 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass93,090 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 93,090 miles
- Test number
- 217153071607
- MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER BODY CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySlam panel corroded /a pillar
Pass93,090 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 93,090 miles
- Test number
- 255039307871
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront slam panel corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnder body corroded/surface rust
Fail93,090 miles (+43)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,090 miles
- Test number
- 825714900851
- DangerousRear Anti-roll bar linkage missing both (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both n/s and o/s outer (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play onto steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront slam panel corroded
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass93,047 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 93,047 miles
- Test number
- 570352639202
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder body corroded/surface rust front to back
Fail93,044 miles (+727)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,044 miles
- Test number
- 746082906828
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousTowbar attachment likely to become detached (6.1.6 (c) (ii))
- DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass92,317 miles (+4,858)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 92,317 miles
- Test number
- 262509329671
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,459 miles (+1,186)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 87,459 miles
- Test number
- 497471115234
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass86,273 miles (+1,770)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 86,273 miles
- Test number
- 549148641374
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass84,503 miles (+861)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 84,503 miles
- Test number
- 979206060872
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass83,642 miles (+23,623)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 83,642 miles
- Test number
- 357239349784
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass60,019 miles (+955)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 60,019 miles
- Test number
- 822862091468
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,064 miles (+8,863)7 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,064 miles
- Test number
- 798163145880
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases turbo/exhaust (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryUnderbody chassis corroded
Pass50,201 miles (+222)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 50,201 miles
- Test number
- 709981225001
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteCorrosion to underbody chassis
Fail49,979 miles (+2,797)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,979 miles
- Test number
- 829434115023
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
- FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
Pass47,182 miles (+12)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 47,182 miles
- Test number
- 128302224435
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,170 miles (+31)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,170 miles
- Test number
- 388213514089
- FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
Fail47,139 miles (+865)14 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,139 miles
- Test number
- 396360932230
- FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- FailureUpper Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
- FailureUpper Front passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Pass46,274 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 46,274 miles
- Test number
- 203966110224
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
- NoteAll brake discs have advance corrosion on friction surfaces
- NoteBoot split on steering drop arm ball joint
- NoteNearside mirror glass damaged
Fail46,274 miles (+2,663)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,274 miles
- Test number
- 631456310225
- Repaired at testCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
- NoteAll brake discs have advance corrosion on friction surfaces
- NoteBoot split on steering drop arm ball joint
- NoteNearside mirror glass damaged
Pass43,611 miles (+73)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 43,611 miles
- Test number
- 244952669410
- NoteOil leak
- NoteFuel tank strap has advance corrosion
- NoteNearside mirror damaged
- NoteSteering drop arm boot in poor condition
Fail43,538 miles (+2,028)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,538 miles
- Test number
- 661235139130
- FailureFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteThe front wipers are worn
- NoteThe nearside front chassis out rigger is excessively corrode but outside the prescribed area
- NoteThe nearside rear view mirror is cracked but still able to see behind
- NoteThe steering box drop link ball joint cover detatched
Pass41,510 miles (+21)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 41,510 miles
- Test number
- 152473918107
- NoteOil leak
- NoteO/s/f swivel leaking
Fail41,489 miles (+2,425)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,489 miles
- Test number
- 171671408151
- FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteO/s/f swivel leaking
Pass39,064 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 39,064 miles
- Test number
- 612894697068
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail39,064 miles (+3,423)1 failure5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,064 miles
- Test number
- 412063697068
- FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass35,641 miles (+15)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 35,641 miles
- Test number
- 100472306157
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail35,626 miles1 dangerous4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,626 miles
- Test number
- 500856396080
- DangerousSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Questions about L48 EAB
- Does L48 EAB currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L48 EAB expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L48 EAB?
- The MOT on L48 EAB expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L48 EAB done?
- L48 EAB was recorded at 93,090 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 3,013 miles a year.
- Has L48 EAB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L48 EAB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on L48 EAB 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 L48 EAB find?
- L48 EAB passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body corroded, and 5 more.
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