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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L61 XDEMOT history

L61 XDE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

L61 XDE 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 29 Mar 2023
Mileage
82,727 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L61 XDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
4 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L61 XDE was last recorded at 82,727 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,727 miles · 3 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,727 miles
  • 2021 – 81,874 miles
  • 2020 – 80,776 miles
  • 2019 – 78,235 miles
  • 2018 – 75,635 miles
  • 2017 – 72,682 miles
  • 2016 – 69,256 miles
  • 2014 – 64,363 miles
  • 2013 – 63,133 miles
  • 2012 – 61,806 miles
  • 2011 – 60,197 miles
  • 2010 – 58,779 miles
  • 2008 – 57,923 miles
  • 2007 – 55,672 miles
  • 2006 – 53,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,727 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Brake warning light on ?

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight play in rear prop uj

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    546518375097
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail82,727 miles (+853)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    800849748213
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure cross member holed and corroded (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Fuel tank insecure support tube holed and corrode (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass81,874 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,874 miles
    Test number
    181520815412
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on ?

  4. Fail81,873 miles (+1,097)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,873 miles
    Test number
    232230017947
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on ?

  5. Pass80,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,776 miles
    Test number
    446697671864
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear prop uj

  6. Fail80,776 miles (+2,541)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,776 miles
    Test number
    979662561375
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn horse shoe bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn horse shoe bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative faulty (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear prop uj

  7. Pass78,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,235 miles
    Test number
    913630524724
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail78,235 miles (+2,600)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,235 miles
    Test number
    864643644968
    • MajorOffside Lower 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 link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,635 miles
    Test number
    660898530274
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering belt loose and cracked

  10. Fail75,635 miles (+2,953)1 dangerous9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,635 miles
    Test number
    401879362550
    • DangerousStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush hose shoe bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush horse shoe bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering belt loose and cracked

  11. Pass72,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,682 miles
    Test number
    642121887593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,682 miles (+3,426)23 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,682 miles
    Test number
    749986323696
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement damaged (6.3.4g)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced front arm (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced front arm (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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 Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chasiss (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

  13. Pass69,256 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,256 miles
    Test number
    648438971527
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail69,255 miles (+4,892)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,255 miles
    Test number
    488448889687
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting O/S & N/S (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH!! (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass64,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,363 miles
    Test number
    137251174018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,363 miles (+1,230)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,363 miles
    Test number
    106869964409
    • FailureFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass63,133 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,133 miles
    Test number
    556744543056
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Fail63,131 miles (+1,325)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,131 miles
    Test number
    767283743012
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
    • FailureRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass61,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,806 miles
    Test number
    209345342064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,806 miles (+1,609)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,806 miles
    Test number
    616824342044
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass60,197 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,197 miles
    Test number
    338827941058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    830239240045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,779 miles (+856)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    620809830024
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  24. Pass57,923 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,923 miles
    Test number
    420837358314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,827 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,827 miles
    Test number
    184710918027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,672 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,672 miles
    Test number
    990282317069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    53,428 miles
    Test number
    773741216011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L61 XDE

Does L61 XDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L61 XDE expired on 29 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L61 XDE?
The MOT on L61 XDE expired on 29 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L61 XDE done?
L61 XDE was recorded at 82,727 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 1,813 miles a year.
Has L61 XDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L61 XDE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L61 XDE 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 L61 XDE find?
L61 XDE passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust mounting defective; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all.

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