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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L4 UJUMOT history

L4 UJU is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

L4 UJU black 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 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,271 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 UJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 UJU was last recorded at 160,271 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 May 2018: 145,099 miles, lower than 149,945 miles on 9 Apr 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
160,253 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,271 miles
  • 2023 – 154,598 miles
  • 2022 – 152,641 miles
  • 2021 – 151,158 miles
  • 2020 – 149,002 miles
  • 2019 – 147,343 miles
  • 2018 – 145,099 miles
  • 2017 – 139,170 miles
  • 2016 – 135,881 miles
  • 2015 – 133,394 miles
  • 2014 – 131,268 miles
  • 2013 – 128,758 miles
  • 2012 – 121,622 miles
  • 2011 – 113,350 miles
  • 2010 – 104,768 miles
  • 2009 – 100,700 miles
  • 2008 – 87,078 miles
  • 2007 – 77,548 miles
  • 2006 – 65,153 miles
  • 2005 – 53,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,271 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.

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,271 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,271 miles
    Test number
    330620439862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail160,253 miles (+5,655)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,253 miles
    Test number
    919489100816
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass154,598 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,598 miles
    Test number
    438166495314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,641 miles
    Test number
    517458541451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail152,641 miles (+1,483)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,641 miles
    Test number
    954558389192
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass151,158 miles (+2,156)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,158 miles
    Test number
    295865518678
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass149,002 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    149,002 miles
    Test number
    722378385917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,343 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,343 miles
    Test number
    284887977570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass145,099 miles (-4,846)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    145,099 miles
    Test number
    722808520543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail149,945 miles (+10,775)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,945 miles
    Test number
    323441886328
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass139,170 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,170 miles
    Test number
    107343926698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,089 miles (+3,208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,089 miles
    Test number
    597409768209
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass135,881 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    500811951464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass133,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,394 miles
    Test number
    969295585055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  15. Fail133,393 miles (+2,125)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,393 miles
    Test number
    109215485092
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. Pass131,268 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    131,268 miles
    Test number
    188237574410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,758 miles (+7,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,758 miles
    Test number
    168463653413
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass121,622 miles (+64)1 dangerous6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,622 miles
    Test number
    249850582081
    • DangerousRear propsharft rear universal joint has exsesive play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront wipers do not park at bottom of screen
    • NoteOff side front swivel hub pitted

  19. Fail121,558 miles (+8,208)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,558 miles
    Test number
    896389672037
    • DangerousRear propsharft rear universal joint has exsesive play
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront wipers do not park at bottom of screen
    • NoteOff side front swivel hub pitted

  20. Pass113,350 miles (+8,582)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,350 miles
    Test number
    176048471046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass104,768 miles (+4,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    113092680040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass100,700 miles (+13,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,700 miles
    Test number
    753389879272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass87,078 miles (+9,530)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    87,078 miles
    Test number
    812433088207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass77,548 miles (+12,395)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,548 miles
    Test number
    993575587262
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNear side rear step bracket nearly corroded through.
    • NoteWipers do not park automatically.

  25. Pass65,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    65,153 miles
    Test number
    641380696283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,153 miles (+11,577)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,153 miles
    Test number
    301319186426
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise: Front wipers do not park properly

  27. Pass53,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    53,576 miles
    Test number
    293340095274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,576 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,576 miles
    Test number
    381700595235
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L4 UJU

Does L4 UJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 UJU is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L4 UJU?
The MOT on L4 UJU is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 UJU done?
L4 UJU was recorded at 160,271 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has L4 UJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 UJU has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 UJU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 UJU find?
L4 UJU passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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