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Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L66 AEMMOT history

L66 AEM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 4 of 9 MOT tests, with 13,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

L66 AEM 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 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
13,193 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
4 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 AEM
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
27 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 AEM was last recorded at 13,193 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2024: 3 miles, lower than 178,145 miles on 3 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
13,162 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 13,193 miles
  • 2025 – 5,590 miles
  • 2024 – 19 miles
  • 2007 – 178,145 miles
  • 2006 – 166,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass13,193 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass13,193 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    13,193 miles
    Test number
    996067986817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  2. Fail13,162 miles (+7,572)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,162 miles
    Test number
    943179172520
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod 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 Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  3. Pass5,590 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    5,590 miles
    Test number
    525342429590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  4. Fail5,454 miles (+5,435)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,454 miles
    Test number
    983461154874
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp not tight, no nut (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine lift pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  5. Pass19 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    19 miles
    Test number
    743341821432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail3 miles (-178,142)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3 miles
    Test number
    278264315141
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested engine over run on own oil. For safety couldn't carry out test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle A Frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine exhaust badly smoking on arrival (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested engine over run on own oil. For safety couldn't carry out test (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
  7. Fail178,145 miles (+11,702)28 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,145 miles
    Test number
    903366947294
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
  8. Pass166,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    166,443 miles
    Test number
    534227146246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail166,443 miles11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,443 miles
    Test number
    561002446264
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Note(1) SOME STAINING AROUND FUEL TANK.

Questions about L66 AEM

Does L66 AEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 AEM is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 AEM?
The MOT on L66 AEM is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 AEM done?
L66 AEM was recorded at 13,193 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026.
Has L66 AEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 AEM has failed 5 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L66 AEM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Feb 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L66 AEM find?
L66 AEM passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front steering box has seepage.

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