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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L4 ELMMOT history

L4 ELM is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 190,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

L4 ELM white 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 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
190,000 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 ELM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 ELM was last recorded at 190,000 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 90,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Mar 2019: 100,000 miles, lower than 190,000 miles on 2 Jan 2018.

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
100,000 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
90,000 miles
Average per year
3,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,000 miles
  • 2024 – 100,000 miles
  • 2023 – 100,000 miles
  • 2021 – 100,000 miles
  • 2019 – 100,000 miles
  • 2018 – 190,000 miles
  • 2017 – 189,570 miles
  • 2015 – 182,418 miles
  • 2014 – 173,515 miles
  • 2013 – 171,410 miles
  • 2012 – 166,587 miles
  • 2011 – 160,297 miles
  • 2010 – 153,634 miles
  • 2009 – 147,200 miles
  • 2008 – 140,715 miles
  • 2007 – 131,627 miles
  • 2006 – 121,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,000 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,000 miles (+90,000)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    190,000 miles
    Test number
    354452475896
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    282818200034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    515604166211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    992242119061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    788354770144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,000 miles (-90,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    811368486902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass190,000 miles (+430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    190,000 miles
    Test number
    877720288643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  8. Pass189,570 miles (+7,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    189,570 miles
    Test number
    977478342926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass182,418 miles (+8,903)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    182,418 miles
    Test number
    223669623214
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chasis rails (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Fail173,515 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,515 miles
    Test number
    375768874171
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass173,515 miles (+2,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    173,515 miles
    Test number
    437848374129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass171,410 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    171,410 miles
    Test number
    229953683180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass166,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    166,587 miles
    Test number
    805062122239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail166,587 miles (+6,290)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,587 miles
    Test number
    887312422287
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass160,297 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    160,297 miles
    Test number
    539975691125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail160,294 miles (+6,660)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,294 miles
    Test number
    837364791125
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass153,634 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    153,634 miles
    Test number
    231303490498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass147,200 miles (+6,485)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    147,200 miles
    Test number
    242003879492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass140,715 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    140,715 miles
    Test number
    473213288134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail140,547 miles (+8,920)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,547 miles
    Test number
    393053568165
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass131,627 miles (+9,695)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    131,627 miles
    Test number
    413285067109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass121,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    121,932 miles
    Test number
    701643096194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 ELM

Does L4 ELM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 ELM expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 ELM?
The MOT on L4 ELM expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 ELM done?
L4 ELM was recorded at 190,000 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 3,552 miles a year.
Has L4 ELM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 ELM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on L4 ELM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 ELM find?
L4 ELM passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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