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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

L4 CYRMOT history

L4 CYR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 109,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

L4 CYR blue 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 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
109,978 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 CYR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 CYR was last recorded at 109,978 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 May 2009: 82,378 miles, lower than 787,218 miles on 19 Apr 2008.

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
109,443 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
535 miles
Average per year
2,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,978 miles
  • 2025 – 109,443 miles
  • 2024 – 108,981 miles
  • 2023 – 108,584 miles
  • 2022 – 107,564 miles
  • 2021 – 106,958 miles
  • 2020 – 106,562 miles
  • 2019 – 105,996 miles
  • 2018 – 105,067 miles
  • 2016 – 103,233 miles
  • 2015 – 100,991 miles
  • 2014 – 97,568 miles
  • 2013 – 95,038 miles
  • 2012 – 92,930 miles
  • 2011 – 89,578 miles
  • 2010 – 86,145 miles
  • 2009 – 82,378 miles
  • 2008 – 787,218 miles
  • 2007 – 75,142 miles
  • 2006 – 70,327 miles
  • 2005 – 61,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,978 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper corroded slightly
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis leg

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,978 miles (+535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    109,978 miles
    Test number
    760304254850
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass109,443 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,443 miles
    Test number
    602414786976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,981 miles (+397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,981 miles
    Test number
    318379892387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass108,584 miles (+1,020)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,584 miles
    Test number
    912157685099
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,564 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,564 miles
    Test number
    434302953300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail107,561 miles (+603)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,561 miles
    Test number
    869462959837
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn front prop , front joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass106,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,958 miles
    Test number
    216841249742
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail106,958 miles (+396)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,958 miles
    Test number
    431769608383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,562 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,562 miles
    Test number
    643641335056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis leg (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail106,557 miles (+561)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,557 miles
    Test number
    346461839936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail insecure (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis outrigger corroded /holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis outrigger corroded /holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis leg (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush retaining cups deteriorated / slight play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass105,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,996 miles
    Test number
    822091435493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,994 miles (+927)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,994 miles
    Test number
    100947090424
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (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))

  13. Pass105,067 miles (+1,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    105,067 miles
    Test number
    364905245844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,233 miles (+2,242)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,233 miles
    Test number
    943010273537
    • DangerousPropshaft universal joint worn front propshaft rear joint excessive play
    • DangerousFuel filter under rear o/s wheel arch corroded / damp starting to leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking in tread deteriorated

  15. Pass100,991 miles (+3,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,991 miles
    Test number
    639404005256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  16. Pass97,568 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    517876994138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,562 miles (+2,524)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    945522094143
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureSteering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Pass95,038 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,038 miles
    Test number
    967384393189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,035 miles (+2,105)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,035 miles
    Test number
    266791993406
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear prop joint worn

  20. Pass92,930 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,930 miles
    Test number
    358918982159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,928 miles (+3,350)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,928 miles
    Test number
    417447482122
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass89,578 miles (+3,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    159437561106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass86,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    222350960164
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  24. Fail86,145 miles (+3,767)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    981920560194
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  25. Pass82,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    152004939193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,378 miles (-704,840)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    793024039188
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass787,218 miles (+712,076)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    787,218 miles
    Test number
    693930218151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass75,142 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    421238167024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,327 miles (+8,452)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,327 miles
    Test number
    103909606217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    61,875 miles
    Test number
    212755715296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 CYR

Does L4 CYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 CYR is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 CYR?
The MOT on L4 CYR is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 CYR done?
L4 CYR was recorded at 109,978 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 2,346 miles a year.
Has L4 CYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 CYR has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L4 CYR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 CYR find?
L4 CYR passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front bumper corroded slightly, and 1 more.

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