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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L63 CWOMOT history

L63 CWO is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 154,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

L63 CWO black 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 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,140 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L63 CWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L63 CWO was last recorded at 154,140 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 2,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,046 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,094 miles
Average per year
3,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,140 miles
  • 2025 – 152,046 miles
  • 2024 – 149,765 miles
  • 2023 – 148,175 miles
  • 2020 – 137,710 miles
  • 2019 – 134,433 miles
  • 2018 – 128,543 miles
  • 2017 – 128,475 miles
  • 2016 – 125,184 miles
  • 2015 – 118,226 miles
  • 2014 – 111,520 miles
  • 2012 – 110,025 miles
  • 2010 – 103,786 miles
  • 2009 – 96,881 miles
  • 2008 – 93,040 miles
  • 2007 – 89,825 miles
  • 2006 – 88,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,140 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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,140 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,140 miles
    Test number
    792181626053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,046 miles (+2,281)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,046 miles
    Test number
    245071312456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping oil slightly
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking/perishing and going out of shape
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rear nearside upper and rear offside lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  3. Pass149,765 miles (+1,590)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,765 miles
    Test number
    875318381716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front shaft, rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking/perishing slightly
  4. Pass148,175 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    148,175 miles
    Test number
    541786364842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail148,171 miles (+18)1 dangerous12 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,171 miles
    Test number
    423054029377
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage loose seatbelt anchor to chassis bolt missing (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing All (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFiller neck hose clip missing
    • AdvisoryLong foot brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box lock tabs not locked
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch missing
  6. Fail148,153 miles (+10,443)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,153 miles
    Test number
    483841213778
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Wiring running underneath subframe next to propshaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wiper stopping point (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump is also dented (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass137,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,710 miles
    Test number
    799806859483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,710 miles (+3,277)1 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,710 miles
    Test number
    514068080145
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering behind front bumper (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint on steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass134,433 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,433 miles
    Test number
    228362618789
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door corroded badly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering damper
  10. Fail134,433 miles (+5,890)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,433 miles
    Test number
    491449214550
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength near steering damper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength near strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door corroded badly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering damper
  11. Pass128,543 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,543 miles
    Test number
    944610222589
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis slightly corroded
  12. Fail128,475 miles (+3,291)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,475 miles
    Test number
    498733205832
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  13. Pass125,184 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    125,184 miles
    Test number
    932742240311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,182 miles (+6,956)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,182 miles
    Test number
    531616946535
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassy (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassy (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass118,226 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,226 miles
    Test number
    168131545183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  16. Fail118,225 miles (+6,705)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,225 miles
    Test number
    605989635164
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass111,520 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,520 miles
    Test number
    967502044195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes cleaned and greased
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and in poor condition
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle covered in sealant
  18. Fail111,520 miles (+1,495)5 dangerous12 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,520 miles
    Test number
    355583034187
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded and in poor condition
  19. Pass110,025 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    110,025 miles
    Test number
    936416962095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,023 miles (+6,237)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,023 miles
    Test number
    686902762022
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteN/s f swivel joint seal slight leak
    • NoteO/s f swivel joint seal slight leak
  21. Pass103,786 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    412652670225
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  22. Fail103,776 miles (+6,895)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,776 miles
    Test number
    404870070262
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  23. Pass96,881 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,881 miles
    Test number
    241353819444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,877 miles (+3,837)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,877 miles
    Test number
    451217009191
    • DangerousN/s f suspension joint leaking oil onto brake disc
    • DangerousO/s f suspension joint leaking oil onto brake disc
    • FailureCentre Front Lower Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  25. Pass93,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,040 miles
    Test number
    860633768281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  26. Fail93,040 miles (+3,215)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,040 miles
    Test number
    374992268286
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  27. Pass89,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,825 miles
    Test number
    890384757207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Fail89,825 miles (+965)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,825 miles
    Test number
    352417347239
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  29. Pass88,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    88,860 miles
    Test number
    622777956276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail88,860 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,860 miles
    Test number
    814304956251
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)
    • FailureOuter Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L63 CWO

Does L63 CWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L63 CWO is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L63 CWO?
The MOT on L63 CWO is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L63 CWO done?
L63 CWO was recorded at 154,140 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 3,281 miles a year.
Has L63 CWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L63 CWO has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L63 CWO 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 L63 CWO find?
L63 CWO passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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