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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L53 TNJMOT history

L53 TNJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 166,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L53 TNJ green 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 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,149 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L53 TNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L53 TNJ was last recorded at 166,149 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 2,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,731 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,418 miles
Average per year
3,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,149 miles
  • 2024 – 163,731 miles
  • 2022 – 158,772 miles
  • 2021 – 156,381 miles
  • 2020 – 154,654 miles
  • 2019 – 153,072 miles
  • 2018 – 151,151 miles
  • 2017 – 148,487 miles
  • 2016 – 145,874 miles
  • 2015 – 143,497 miles
  • 2014 – 138,330 miles
  • 2013 – 138,310 miles
  • 2012 – 121,140 miles
  • 2011 – 118,349 miles
  • 2010 – 114,329 miles
  • 2009 – 110,278 miles
  • 2008 – 105,629 miles
  • 2007 – 101,318 miles
  • 2006 – 96,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,149 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,149 miles (+2,418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,149 miles
    Test number
    408998651530
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass163,731 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    163,731 miles
    Test number
    892379185543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail163,722 miles (+2,516)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,722 miles
    Test number
    387499240598
    • MajorNearside 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass161,206 miles (+2,434)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    161,206 miles
    Test number
    862353807471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass158,772 miles (+2,391)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    158,772 miles
    Test number
    229152652239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass156,381 miles (+1,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    156,381 miles
    Test number
    135176813315
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass154,654 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,654 miles
    Test number
    446937558719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x3 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x3 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail154,650 miles (+1,578)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,650 miles
    Test number
    292457331516
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting towbar mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x3 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x3 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering shock absorber lower bush worn

  9. Pass153,072 miles (+1,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,072 miles
    Test number
    869474730532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    151,151 miles
    Test number
    153250757436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail151,151 miles (+2,664)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,151 miles
    Test number
    387034295458
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  12. Pass148,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    148,487 miles
    Test number
    704449793102
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  13. Fail148,487 miles (+2,613)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,487 miles
    Test number
    199532750308
    • Repaired at testSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm play (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  14. Pass145,874 miles (+2,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    145,874 miles
    Test number
    448578700063
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

  15. Pass143,497 miles (+2,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    143,497 miles
    Test number
    708086295094
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail140,940 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,940 miles
    Test number
    439435605021
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass140,940 miles (+2,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    140,940 miles
    Test number
    877305305093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass138,330 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    138,330 miles
    Test number
    865137404046
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside of wiper wipe has been repaired

  19. Fail138,310 miles (+5,882)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,310 miles
    Test number
    999196643349
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • 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)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside of wiper wipe
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  20. Pass132,428 miles (+25)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    132,428 miles
    Test number
    648210003112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail132,403 miles (+11,263)15 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,403 miles
    Test number
    547006183033
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers step insecure

  22. Pass121,140 miles (+2,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    121,140 miles
    Test number
    757036702036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass118,349 miles (+4,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    118,349 miles
    Test number
    647267801010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass114,329 miles (+4,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    880758300016
    • NoteWindscreen damaged outside of wiper sweep

  25. Pass110,278 miles (+4,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    110,278 miles
    Test number
    160065809016
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass105,629 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    105,629 miles
    Test number
    274017208072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass101,318 miles (+4,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    101,318 miles
    Test number
    571085407014
    • NoteSlight movement steering idler arm balljoint offside

  28. Fail96,872 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,872 miles
    Test number
    873403516018
    • Repaired at testFront Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

  29. Pass96,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    96,872 miles
    Test number
    912243916041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L53 TNJ

Does L53 TNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L53 TNJ is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L53 TNJ?
The MOT on L53 TNJ is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L53 TNJ done?
L53 TNJ was recorded at 166,149 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 3,468 miles a year.
Has L53 TNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L53 TNJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L53 TNJ 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 L53 TNJ find?
L53 TNJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 3 more.

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