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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L52 FMSMOT history

L52 FMS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2022 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

L52 FMS blue 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 22 Jul 2022
Mileage
110,572 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 FMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L52 FMS was last recorded at 110,572 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,375 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
1,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,572 miles
  • 2021 – 110,375 miles
  • 2019 – 108,796 miles
  • 2018 – 107,567 miles
  • 2017 – 106,629 miles
  • 2016 – 102,755 miles
  • 2012 – 98,954 miles
  • 2011 – 96,708 miles
  • 2010 – 92,631 miles
  • 2009 – 91,193 miles
  • 2008 – 88,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,572 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking fuel filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated below seat mounting (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also play in balljoint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head around petal box mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm gaiter (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play also slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded also around trailing arm mountings

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front A pillar corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear hub damp (poss half shaft seal weeping)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag arm ball joint cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • All brake discs corroded slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front swivel hubs damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak from sump area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,572 miles (+197)3 dangerous9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,572 miles
    Test number
    613419594859
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking fuel filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated below seat mounting (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also play in balljoint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head around petal box mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm gaiter (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play also slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded also around trailing arm mountings

  2. Pass110,375 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,375 miles
    Test number
    495884938998
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front A pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub damp (poss half shaft seal weeping)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak from sump area

  3. Fail110,374 miles (+1,578)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,374 miles
    Test number
    121395796977
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front A pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub damp (poss half shaft seal weeping)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak from sump area

  4. Pass108,796 miles (+1,229)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,796 miles
    Test number
    924555577063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,567 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    107,567 miles
    Test number
    274883009665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,566 miles (+937)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,566 miles
    Test number
    140607693965
    • DangerousFront Lower Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings nearest to steering box (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear /rear u/j diff end (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight switch loose on mounting

  7. Pass106,629 miles (+3,874)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    255306295409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light dull
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryLight switch loose (can work ok)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded on faces
    • AdvisoryTow ball corroded

  8. Pass102,755 miles (+3,801)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,755 miles
    Test number
    906771361059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,954 miles
    Test number
    279222442367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,954 miles (+2,246)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,954 miles
    Test number
    597711542302
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

  11. Pass96,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    96,708 miles
    Test number
    658444791284
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail96,708 miles (+4,077)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,708 miles
    Test number
    688121691202
    • DangerousSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureDrag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAdvise clutch not operating properly

  13. Pass92,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    92,631 miles
    Test number
    253435660279
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail92,631 miles (+1,438)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,631 miles
    Test number
    434326850238
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass91,193 miles (+2,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    351158719451
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass88,913 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,913 miles
    Test number
    723474748178
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L52 FMS

Does L52 FMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L52 FMS expired on 22 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L52 FMS?
The MOT on L52 FMS expired on 22 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L52 FMS done?
L52 FMS was recorded at 110,572 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 1,500 miles a year.
Has L52 FMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 FMS has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L52 FMS 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 L52 FMS find?
L52 FMS failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mounting on axle; offside rear inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 17 more.

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