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Land Rover Defender

Orange · Petrol · 1993 · 3,947 cc

L4 NDRMOT history

L4 NDR is an orange petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 173,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

L4 NDR orange 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 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
173,293 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 NDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 NDR was last recorded at 173,293 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 4,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,568 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,725 miles
Average per year
2,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,293 miles
  • 2025 – 168,568 miles
  • 2024 – 164,101 miles
  • 2023 – 163,885 miles
  • 2021 – 163,342 miles
  • 2019 – 163,232 miles
  • 2018 – 162,986 miles
  • 2017 – 162,813 miles
  • 2015 – 162,300 miles
  • 2014 – 161,774 miles
  • 2012 – 161,185 miles
  • 2011 – 156,316 miles
  • 2010 – 154,434 miles
  • 2009 – 149,684 miles
  • 2008 – 147,002 miles
  • 2007 – 140,779 miles
  • 2006 – 129,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,293 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,293 miles (+4,725)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    173,293 miles
    Test number
    315904009135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass168,568 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    168,568 miles
    Test number
    420011053013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,101 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,101 miles
    Test number
    464090737734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass163,885 miles (+543)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,885 miles
    Test number
    388855167021
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt chalked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,342 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    163,342 miles
    Test number
    808287790876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass163,232 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    163,232 miles
    Test number
    847063984917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,986 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    162,986 miles
    Test number
    534169242431
    • AdvisorySlight leak from rear hub seals

  8. Pass162,813 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    162,813 miles
    Test number
    230784781668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fluid leak from drum
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Fail162,804 miles (+6)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,804 miles
    Test number
    479890693900
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fluid leak from drum
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass162,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    162,798 miles
    Test number
    436300376815
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail162,798 miles (+498)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,798 miles
    Test number
    582364563499
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass162,300 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    162,300 miles
    Test number
    354264314972
    • AdvisoryNail nsf tyre.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrailer socket does not operate lights as intended.

  13. Fail162,299 miles (+525)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,299 miles
    Test number
    605818737045
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNail nsf tyre.

  14. Pass161,774 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    161,774 miles
    Test number
    958124694226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NotePark brake close to having no reserve travel

  15. Fail161,774 miles (+589)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,774 miles
    Test number
    209704694274
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NotePark brake close to having no reserve travel

  16. Pass161,185 miles (+16)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    161,185 miles
    Test number
    206029282254
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine number36d02863a as fitted Range Rover jln872v.engine now fitted to land rover l4ndr

  17. Fail161,169 miles (+4)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,169 miles
    Test number
    875636872299
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail161,165 miles (+4,849)10 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,165 miles
    Test number
    318472912276
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside doors removed from vehicle
    • NoteOffside steering damper bush deteriorated
    • NoteWindscreen removed from vehicle

  19. Pass156,316 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    156,316 miles
    Test number
    675822221236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail156,316 miles (+1,882)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,316 miles
    Test number
    735702121228
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass154,434 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    154,434 miles
    Test number
    842699410287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail154,429 miles (+4,745)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,429 miles
    Test number
    722411410204
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass149,684 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    149,684 miles
    Test number
    141887799167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrectly spaced front reg.plate secured to incorrectly spaced reg.plate with rubber bands,recommend permenant fixing.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak osf hub.
    • NoteSteering damper os bush worn.

  24. Fail149,684 miles (+2,682)8 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,684 miles
    Test number
    350453089128
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrectly spaced front reg.plate secured to incorrectly spaced reg.plate with rubber bands,recommend permenant fixing.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak osf hub.
    • NoteSteering damper os bush worn.

  25. Pass147,002 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    147,002 miles
    Test number
    730484538174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail146,977 miles (+6,198)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,977 miles
    Test number
    384202728121
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  27. Pass140,779 miles (+10,841)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    140,779 miles
    Test number
    273238657074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass129,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    129,938 miles
    Test number
    624527736033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 NDR

Does L4 NDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 NDR is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 NDR?
The MOT on L4 NDR is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 NDR done?
L4 NDR was recorded at 173,293 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 2,105 miles a year.
Has L4 NDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 NDR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on L4 NDR 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 L4 NDR find?
L4 NDR passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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