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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L56 VKVMOT history

L56 VKV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 195,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2022.

L56 VKV green 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 15 Dec 2023
Mileage
195,162 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L56 VKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
28 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L56 VKV was last recorded at 195,162 miles on 16 Dec 2022, 6,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,263 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,899 miles
Average per year
5,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,162 miles
  • 2021 – 188,263 miles
  • 2020 – 184,715 miles
  • 2019 – 183,013 miles
  • 2018 – 177,287 miles
  • 2017 – 174,661 miles
  • 2016 – 170,064 miles
  • 2015 – 166,899 miles
  • 2014 – 164,519 miles
  • 2013 – 164,037 miles
  • 2012 – 159,726 miles
  • 2011 – 154,418 miles
  • 2010 – 148,242 miles
  • 2009 – 145,992 miles
  • 2008 – 143,366 miles
  • 2007 – 128,991 miles
  • 2006 – 112,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,162 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Propshaft universal joint worn front shaft

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,162 miles (+6,899)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    195,162 miles
    Test number
    518729938907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass188,263 miles (+3,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    188,263 miles
    Test number
    718600756158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass184,715 miles (+1,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    184,715 miles
    Test number
    668686999388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass183,013 miles (+116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,013 miles
    Test number
    502635559200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail182,897 miles (+5,610)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,897 miles
    Test number
    956127067715
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass177,287 miles (+2,626)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    177,287 miles
    Test number
    877369829984
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass174,661 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    174,661 miles
    Test number
    237415990479
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn front shaft

  8. Fail174,575 miles (+4,511)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,575 miles
    Test number
    314638622166
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering arm deformed and unserviceable from ns track rod end to os track rod end (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn front shaft

  9. Pass170,064 miles (+3,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    170,064 miles
    Test number
    942020633946
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member

  10. Pass166,899 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    166,899 miles
    Test number
    753140801450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOs and ns rear crosmember corroded

  11. Fail166,899 miles (+2,380)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,899 miles
    Test number
    643140005432
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOs and ns rear crosmember corroded

  12. Pass164,519 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    164,519 miles
    Test number
    235315374210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass164,037 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    164,037 miles
    Test number
    375210773463
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine leaking oil
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc backing plate excessively corroded
    • NoteTransfer box leaking oil

  14. Fail164,037 miles (+4,311)5 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,037 miles
    Test number
    326449363253
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine leaking oil
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc backing plate excessively corroded
    • NoteTransfer box leaking oil

  15. Pass159,726 miles (+5,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    159,726 miles
    Test number
    977043872296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass154,418 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    154,418 miles
    Test number
    719795461258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail154,414 miles (+6,172)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,414 miles
    Test number
    375743661293
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass148,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    148,242 miles
    Test number
    582863070203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail148,242 miles (+2,250)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,242 miles
    Test number
    314323070290
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass145,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    145,992 miles
    Test number
    852541779220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail145,992 miles (+2,626)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,992 miles
    Test number
    843181879258
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass143,366 miles (+14,375)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    143,366 miles
    Test number
    454868068238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,991 miles (+16,581)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    128,991 miles
    Test number
    222984367203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass112,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    112,410 miles
    Test number
    132428366212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L56 VKV

Does L56 VKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L56 VKV expired on 15 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L56 VKV?
The MOT on L56 VKV expired on 15 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L56 VKV done?
L56 VKV was recorded at 195,162 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2022, an average of 5,100 miles a year.
Has L56 VKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L56 VKV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on L56 VKV 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 VKV find?
L56 VKV passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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