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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L68 XJRMOT history

L68 XJR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 204,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

L68 XJR 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 Nov 2027
Mileage
204,076 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L68 XJR
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
11 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L68 XJR was last recorded at 204,076 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 2,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2021: 186,088 miles, lower than 186,211 miles on 15 Feb 2020.

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
201,252 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,824 miles
Average per year
4,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,076 miles
  • 2025 – 201,252 miles
  • 2024 – 198,021 miles
  • 2023 – 195,242 miles
  • 2022 – 192,304 miles
  • 2021 – 186,088 miles
  • 2020 – 186,211 miles
  • 2019 – 183,555 miles
  • 2018 – 180,183 miles
  • 2017 – 176,298 miles
  • 2016 – 173,587 miles
  • 2015 – 170,549 miles
  • 2014 – 159,265 miles
  • 2013 – 152,046 miles
  • 2008 – 126,829 miles
  • 2007 – 120,504 miles
  • 2006 – 106,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,076 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Corrosion under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,076 miles (+2,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    204,076 miles
    Test number
    308475212475
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass201,252 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    201,252 miles
    Test number
    645144377128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass198,021 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    198,021 miles
    Test number
    426518226080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass195,242 miles (+2,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    195,242 miles
    Test number
    784749315259
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass192,304 miles (+2,898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    192,304 miles
    Test number
    114320888582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass189,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    189,406 miles
    Test number
    776616403811
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail189,403 miles (+3,315)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,403 miles
    Test number
    274214037628
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users COOLANT LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass186,088 miles (-123)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    186,088 miles
    Test number
    269301318287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass186,211 miles (+2,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    186,211 miles
    Test number
    745478050390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass183,555 miles (+3,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    183,555 miles
    Test number
    344403553458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass180,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    180,183 miles
    Test number
    347799873782
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  12. Fail180,183 miles (+3,885)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,183 miles
    Test number
    964762787561
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  13. Pass176,298 miles (+2,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    176,298 miles
    Test number
    219860960076
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  14. Pass173,587 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    173,587 miles
    Test number
    171401345767
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail173,581 miles (+3,032)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,581 miles
    Test number
    442842056159
    • FailureSteering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle both sides (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear compartment locked so could not fully inspect the body
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from N/S/F axle drive cone

  16. Pass170,549 miles (+11,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    170,549 miles
    Test number
    615399055081
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass159,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    159,265 miles
    Test number
    308305254037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail159,265 miles (+7,219)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,265 miles
    Test number
    705521554042
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass152,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    152,046 miles
    Test number
    797221833057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail152,046 miles (+25,217)1 dangerous12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,046 miles
    Test number
    138800433479
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass126,829 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    126,829 miles
    Test number
    822313918128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail126,827 miles (+6,323)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,827 miles
    Test number
    502458308188
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  23. Pass120,504 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    120,504 miles
    Test number
    603418407135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,495 miles (+13,885)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,495 miles
    Test number
    274090907488
    • FailureCentre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass106,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    106,610 miles
    Test number
    160036416162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L68 XJR

Does L68 XJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L68 XJR is valid until 10 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L68 XJR?
The MOT on L68 XJR is valid until 10 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L68 XJR done?
L68 XJR was recorded at 204,076 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 4,756 miles a year.
Has L68 XJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L68 XJR has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L68 XJR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L68 XJR find?
L68 XJR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres.

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