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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,401 cc

L66 MTBMOT history

L66 MTB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 29,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

L66 MTB white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
29,067 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 MTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 MTB was last recorded at 29,067 miles on 22 May 2026, 1,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2018: 2,938 miles, lower than 75,328 miles on 28 Jun 2017.
  • 27 Mar 2024: 24,489 miles, lower than 24,880 miles on 13 Mar 2024.

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
27,875 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,067 miles
  • 2025 – 27,875 miles
  • 2024 – 24,489 miles
  • 2023 – 22,787 miles
  • 2022 – 20,749 miles
  • 2021 – 18,558 miles
  • 2019 – 11,449 miles
  • 2018 – 2,938 miles
  • 2017 – 75,328 miles
  • 2016 – 68,858 miles
  • 2015 – 62,619 miles
  • 2014 – 58,671 miles
  • 2013 – 53,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,067 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded across chassis to front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,067 miles (+1,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    29,067 miles
    Test number
    529696002519
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass27,875 miles (+3,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    27,875 miles
    Test number
    120239218949
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass24,489 miles (-391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    24,489 miles
    Test number
    228451029603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail24,880 miles (+2,093)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,880 miles
    Test number
    872346136347
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass22,787 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    22,787 miles
    Test number
    489183597176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,749 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    20,749 miles
    Test number
    209284460678
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded across chassis to front (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Fail20,732 miles (+2,174)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,732 miles
    Test number
    477770434205
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded across chassis to front (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass18,558 miles (+7,109)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    18,558 miles
    Test number
    935508167048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,449 miles (+8,511)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    11,449 miles
    Test number
    551070262084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has very slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease

  10. Pass2,938 miles (-72,390)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    2,938 miles
    Test number
    448853948397
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass75,328 miles (+6,470)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    123791329197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil leak from sump plug

  12. Pass68,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    770298603972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,858 miles (+6,239)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    156709954604
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass62,619 miles (+3,948)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,619 miles
    Test number
    227438795414
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall repaired

  15. Fail58,671 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    225355294454
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRepaired cut on offside front tyre sidewall

  16. Pass58,671 miles (+5,090)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    236175994420
    • NoteRepaired cut on offside front tyre sidewall

  17. Pass53,581 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,581 miles
    Test number
    278829293448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,625 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,625 miles
    Test number
    745843293085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,623 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,623 miles
    Test number
    896352793006
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about L66 MTB

Does L66 MTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 MTB is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 MTB?
The MOT on L66 MTB is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 MTB done?
L66 MTB was recorded at 29,067 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026.
Has L66 MTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 MTB has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L66 MTB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L66 MTB find?
L66 MTB passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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