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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L70 DSRMOT history

L70 DSR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 176,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

L70 DSR 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 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,461 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 DSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 DSR was last recorded at 176,461 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,223 miles · 18 May 2019
Between the last two tests
1,238 miles
Average per year
4,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,461 miles
  • 2019 – 175,223 miles
  • 2018 – 170,139 miles
  • 2017 – 168,624 miles
  • 2016 – 166,698 miles
  • 2015 – 155,630 miles
  • 2013 – 144,912 miles
  • 2012 – 133,897 miles
  • 2011 – 127,540 miles
  • 2010 – 121,011 miles
  • 2009 – 115,515 miles
  • 2008 – 110,444 miles
  • 2007 – 104,278 miles
  • 2006 – 97,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,461 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.

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,461 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,461 miles
    Test number
    388206566349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass175,223 miles (+5,084)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    175,223 miles
    Test number
    757646408878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded in multiple places front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort is low system needs adjustment or repair

  3. Pass170,139 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    170,139 miles
    Test number
    481040430323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,137 miles (+1,513)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,137 miles
    Test number
    219354230333
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  5. Pass168,624 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    168,624 miles
    Test number
    102246833281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail168,610 miles (+1,912)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,610 miles
    Test number
    437939551149
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  7. Pass166,698 miles (+11,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    166,698 miles
    Test number
    785783960928
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryMean beam switch worn

  8. Pass155,630 miles (+10,718)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    935894765048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,912 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,912 miles
    Test number
    449843503464
    • NoteFront discs and pads worn

  10. Fail144,912 miles (+11,015)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,912 miles
    Test number
    145427293290
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteFront discs and pads worn

  11. Pass133,897 miles (+6,357)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    133,897 miles
    Test number
    318783402338
    • NoteADVISE : DAMAGE TO OFF SIDE SEAT BELT WEBBING.
    • NoteADVISE : OFF SIDE REAR TYRE HAS A NAIL IN THE TREAD.

  12. Pass127,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    127,540 miles
    Test number
    769677991214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,540 miles (+6,529)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,540 miles
    Test number
    259597491265
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRadius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass121,011 miles (+5,496)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    121,011 miles
    Test number
    912488690227
    • NoteADVISE : CORROSION IN NEAR SIDE FRONT STEEL BRAKE PIPE SECTION.
    • NoteADVISE : EXHAUST SYSTEM SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAKNESS AND BLOWING.
    • NoteADVISE : FRONT AXLE TRAILING ARM BUSHES WORN.
    • NoteADVISE : OFF SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT WEBBING SLKIGHTLY DAMAGED.
    • NoteADVISE : REAR NUMBER PLATE FADING.

  15. Pass115,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    115,515 miles
    Test number
    364714899205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail115,515 miles (+5,071)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,515 miles
    Test number
    863461489270
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes in general corroding
    • NoteOil leak from steering box
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting broken but temporary repair fully supporting exhaust
    • NoteSlight oil leak from off side front hub
    • NoteVery slight play in near side front wheel bearing

  17. Pass110,444 miles (+6,166)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    110,444 miles
    Test number
    832181388206
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass104,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    104,278 miles
    Test number
    950326777231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail104,278 miles (+6,563)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,278 miles
    Test number
    681966777263
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass97,715 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    97,715 miles
    Test number
    723548976278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    93,722 miles
    Test number
    113301316458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 DSR

Does L70 DSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 DSR is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 DSR?
The MOT on L70 DSR is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 DSR done?
L70 DSR was recorded at 176,461 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 4,053 miles a year.
Has L70 DSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 DSR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on L70 DSR 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 L70 DSR find?
L70 DSR passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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