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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,395 cc

L52 WCCMOT history

L52 WCC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 185,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

L52 WCC red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
185,546 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 WCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L52 WCC was last recorded at 185,546 miles on 15 May 2025, 3,442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,104 miles · 29 May 2024
Between the last two tests
3,442 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,546 miles
  • 2024 – 182,104 miles
  • 2023 – 179,001 miles
  • 2022 – 177,549 miles
  • 2021 – 174,739 miles
  • 2020 – 171,523 miles
  • 2019 – 168,465 miles
  • 2018 – 165,220 miles
  • 2017 – 161,985 miles
  • 2016 – 157,826 miles
  • 2015 – 153,699 miles
  • 2014 – 149,307 miles
  • 2013 – 145,516 miles
  • 2012 – 140,540 miles
  • 2011 – 134,469 miles
  • 2010 – 127,965 miles
  • 2009 – 120,608 miles
  • 2008 – 111,168 miles
  • 2007 – 99,164 miles
  • 2006 – 90,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail185,546 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings and lower (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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 Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail185,546 miles (+3,442)2 dangerous15 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,546 miles
    Test number
    425407389206
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings and lower (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass182,104 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    182,104 miles
    Test number
    312274677384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail182,102 miles (+3,101)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,102 miles
    Test number
    809050519221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass179,001 miles (+1,452)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    179,001 miles
    Test number
    760592562385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass177,549 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    177,549 miles
    Test number
    569746029367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,484 miles (+2,745)1 dangerous19 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,484 miles
    Test number
    213532471136
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded at foot well (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass174,739 miles (+3,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    174,739 miles
    Test number
    956344133732
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass171,523 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    171,523 miles
    Test number
    448513806160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,486 miles (+3,021)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,486 miles
    Test number
    517866233568
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass168,465 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    168,465 miles
    Test number
    435940762136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass165,220 miles (+3,235)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    165,220 miles
    Test number
    941328487224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass161,985 miles (+4,159)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    161,985 miles
    Test number
    762171260583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass157,826 miles (+4,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    157,826 miles
    Test number
    695733907669
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass153,699 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    153,699 miles
    Test number
    626357737624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail153,668 miles (+4,361)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,668 miles
    Test number
    540344628677
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass149,307 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    149,307 miles
    Test number
    997239814264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,516 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    145,516 miles
    Test number
    736579533242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass140,540 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    140,540 miles
    Test number
    135303032255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass134,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    134,469 miles
    Test number
    887548031222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail134,469 miles (+6,504)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,469 miles
    Test number
    336226631211
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass127,965 miles (+7,357)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    127,965 miles
    Test number
    461635030222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass120,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    120,608 miles
    Test number
    131467639275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail120,608 miles (+9,440)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,608 miles
    Test number
    682025129221
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass111,168 miles (+12,004)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    111,168 miles
    Test number
    374331428229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass99,164 miles (+8,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,164 miles
    Test number
    613837507280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass90,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    90,387 miles
    Test number
    540402206285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L52 WCC

Does L52 WCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L52 WCC expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L52 WCC?
The MOT on L52 WCC expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L52 WCC done?
L52 WCC was recorded at 185,546 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has L52 WCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 WCC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L52 WCC 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 WCC find?
L52 WCC failed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 15 major defects: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front upper steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings and lower; brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and 14 more.

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