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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L56 SWUMOT history

L56 SWU is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 200,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

L56 SWU white 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 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
200,000 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
7,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L56 SWU
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
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L56 SWU was last recorded at 200,000 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,871 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
129 miles
Average per year
7,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,000 miles
  • 2025 – 199,871 miles
  • 2024 – 194,860 miles
  • 2023 – 192,621 miles
  • 2022 – 189,886 miles
  • 2021 – 186,655 miles
  • 2020 – 185,114 miles
  • 2019 – 180,777 miles
  • 2018 – 168,381 miles
  • 2017 – 161,593 miles
  • 2016 – 149,275 miles
  • 2015 – 134,585 miles
  • 2014 – 120,322 miles
  • 2013 – 109,882 miles
  • 2012 – 97,126 miles
  • 2011 – 84,510 miles
  • 2010 – 75,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,000 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 25 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    514522937147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail200,000 miles (+129)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    604438360677
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass199,871 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    199,871 miles
    Test number
    556658819100
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail199,871 miles (+5,011)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,871 miles
    Test number
    853594741161
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor drops in drivers view when driving (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass194,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    194,860 miles
    Test number
    419938573430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail194,860 miles (+2,239)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,860 miles
    Test number
    874924158888
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass192,621 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    192,621 miles
    Test number
    285303651944
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  8. Fail192,621 miles (+2,735)1 dangerous8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,621 miles
    Test number
    774230067103
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front hoses to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking engine leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting seat mounting points corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
  9. Pass189,886 miles (+3,231)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    189,886 miles
    Test number
    801891747508
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security fronts at both sides near the chassis outriggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass186,655 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    186,655 miles
    Test number
    411615137232
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle side stay lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers and rear crossmembers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail186,655 miles (+1,541)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,655 miles
    Test number
    249965742590
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle side stay lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers and rear crossmembers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass185,114 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,114 miles
    Test number
    189577623299
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter on drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower axle support bushes and axle radius bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded at body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  13. Fail185,114 miles (+4,337)3 major1 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,114 miles
    Test number
    141456007534
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar with an unsafe modification to secondary components bolt missing from towbar stay (6.1.6 (g) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter on drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper has slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside side protection bars corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body support outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower axle support bushes and axle radius bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded at body to chassis mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side protection bar corroded
  14. Pass180,777 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    180,777 miles
    Test number
    356800934383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced slight corrosion around mounting point (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle broken hard to open
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded
  15. Fail180,777 miles (+12,396)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,777 miles
    Test number
    656225824163
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside rear door (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside rear door (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced slight corrosion around mounting point (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle broken hard to open
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded
  16. Pass168,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    168,381 miles
    Test number
    368952120130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail168,381 miles (+6,788)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,381 miles
    Test number
    126986514286
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
  18. Pass161,593 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    161,593 miles
    Test number
    764198709610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail161,592 miles (+12,317)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,592 miles
    Test number
    404679382322
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass149,275 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    149,275 miles
    Test number
    163021867835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  21. Fail149,268 miles (+31)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,268 miles
    Test number
    730661848106
    • FailureBrake servo damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering damper excessively corroded and unserviceable bush worn (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  22. Fail149,237 miles (+14,652)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,237 miles
    Test number
    339984709387
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer steering dampener boot perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tractor joint has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisoryExcessive build up of dried mud around steering box and front brake pipes unable to test satisfactory standard
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre rubber mount splitting
    • AdvisorySmall chip windscreen zone a
    • AdvisorySteering idler rubber boot insecure but water tight at this position,
  23. Pass134,585 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    134,585 miles
    Test number
    499346466588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly deteriorated
  24. Fail134,581 miles (+14,259)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,581 miles
    Test number
    283711089920
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake servo damaged and its function is impaired (3.6.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly deteriorated
  25. Pass120,322 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    120,322 miles
    Test number
    977031424342
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Fail120,321 miles (+10,439)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,321 miles
    Test number
    958776814351
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  27. Pass109,882 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    109,882 miles
    Test number
    378442123383
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    629527813382
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  29. Pass97,126 miles (+202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    549983432306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Fail96,924 miles (+12,414)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    229366822325
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn
  31. Pass84,510 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    306438321343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteService brake has only just met the required requirements
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slightly perished
  32. Fail84,510 miles (+9,432)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    347258221309
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteService brake has only just met the required requirements
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slightly perished
  33. Pass75,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    310999920390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L56 SWU

Does L56 SWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L56 SWU is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L56 SWU?
The MOT on L56 SWU is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L56 SWU done?
L56 SWU was recorded at 200,000 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 7,923 miles a year.
Has L56 SWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L56 SWU has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L56 SWU 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 L56 SWU find?
L56 SWU passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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