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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.

L48 EAB 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 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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass93,090 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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))
  4. 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
  5. 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))
  6. Pass92,317 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,317 miles
    Test number
    262509329671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. Pass83,642 miles (+23,623)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,642 miles
    Test number
    357239349784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,019 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,019 miles
    Test number
    822862091468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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)
  15. Pass47,182 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,182 miles
    Test number
    128302224435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. 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)
  17. 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)
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Pass39,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,064 miles
    Test number
    612894697068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. 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
  26. Pass35,641 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,641 miles
    Test number
    100472306157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. 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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