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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L51 SNWMOT history

L51 SNW is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

L51 SNW 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 11 Sept 2023
Mileage
152,179 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 SNW
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
26 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 SNW was last recorded at 152,179 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 7,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Dec 2012: 109,032 miles, lower than 109,218 miles on 7 Dec 2012.

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
144,198 miles · 3 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,981 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,179 miles
  • 2021 – 144,198 miles
  • 2018 – 136,201 miles
  • 2016 – 128,550 miles
  • 2015 – 124,146 miles
  • 2014 – 119,729 miles
  • 2013 – 113,388 miles
  • 2012 – 109,032 miles
  • 2011 – 108,164 miles
  • 2010 – 106,642 miles
  • 2009 – 104,168 miles
  • 2008 – 101,486 miles
  • 2007 – 97,729 miles
  • 2006 – 93,934 miles
  • 2005 – 90,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,179 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAdvise gaytors perished nsf over sized tyers fited heavley undersealed cust0mised suspension fited large tyers on

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.

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,179 miles
    Test number
    193313800211
    • AdvisoryAdvise gaytors perished nsf over sized tyers fited heavley undersealed cust0mised suspension fited large tyers on

  2. Fail152,179 miles (+7,981)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,179 miles
    Test number
    503840704537
    • MajorNearside Front Entrance/exit door defective in operation (9.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise gaytors perished nsf over sized tyers fited heavley undersealed cust0mised suspension fited large tyers on

  3. Pass144,198 miles (+7,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    144,198 miles
    Test number
    324838501855
    • AdvisoryAdvise cuverd in mud been standing lift kit fited

  4. Pass136,201 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    136,201 miles
    Test number
    702853913448
    • AdvisoryCar been standing heavley undersealed and custized

  5. Pass135,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,201 miles
    Test number
    664684262633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,201 miles (+6,651)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,201 miles
    Test number
    522142404479
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering nsr traling arm play rear chasie holed (6.1.A.1)

  7. Pass128,550 miles (+4,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    128,550 miles
    Test number
    780634908870
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Caliper wet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pads low
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass124,146 miles (+4,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    124,146 miles
    Test number
    274885451743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal starting to leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass119,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    119,729 miles
    Test number
    478322434434
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail119,729 miles (+6,341)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,729 miles
    Test number
    767052434358
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass113,388 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    113,388 miles
    Test number
    929972323350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,294 miles (+4,262)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,294 miles
    Test number
    239496613315
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass109,032 miles (-186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    109,032 miles
    Test number
    925237442378
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Fail109,218 miles (+1,054)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,218 miles
    Test number
    429722342364
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass108,164 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    685992741335
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail108,164 miles (+1,522)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    687142841333
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass106,642 miles (+2,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    106,642 miles
    Test number
    482396430364
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass104,168 miles (+2,682)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    104,168 miles
    Test number
    742914039328
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass101,486 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    101,486 miles
    Test number
    223655148361
    • NoteInternal alloy base offside front corroded

  20. Fail101,486 miles (+3,757)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,486 miles
    Test number
    593725548343
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteInternal alloy base offside front corroded

  21. Pass97,729 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    734315027334
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail97,729 miles (+3,795)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,729 miles
    Test number
    283705827392
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass93,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    453191636341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,934 miles (+3,447)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    374741636348
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass90,487 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    90,487 miles
    Test number
    863359235327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,411 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,411 miles
    Test number
    733712135323
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L51 SNW

Does L51 SNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L51 SNW expired on 11 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L51 SNW?
The MOT on L51 SNW expired on 11 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L51 SNW done?
L51 SNW was recorded at 152,179 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has L51 SNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 SNW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L51 SNW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L51 SNW find?
L51 SNW passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: advise gaytors perished nsf over sized tyers fited heavley undersealed cust0mised suspension fited large tyers on.

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