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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L74 RTUMOT history

L74 RTU is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 100,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

L74 RTU red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2026
Mileage
100,518 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L74 RTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
24 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L74 RTU was last recorded at 100,518 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Feb 2007: 70,251 miles, lower than 72,176 miles on 27 Feb 2006.
  • 24 Feb 2015: 100,001 miles, lower than 100,009 miles on 25 Feb 2014.
  • 19 Feb 2019: 100,004 miles, lower than 100,008 miles on 21 Feb 2018.
  • 8 Feb 2022: 100,007 miles, lower than 100,009 miles on 2 Feb 2021.
  • 16 Feb 2023: 100,005 miles, lower than 100,007 miles on 8 Feb 2022.

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
100,009 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
509 miles
Average per year
1,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,518 miles
  • 2024 – 100,009 miles
  • 2023 – 100,007 miles
  • 2022 – 100,007 miles
  • 2021 – 100,009 miles
  • 2020 – 100,007 miles
  • 2019 – 100,004 miles
  • 2018 – 100,008 miles
  • 2017 – 100,007 miles
  • 2016 – 100,005 miles
  • 2015 – 100,001 miles
  • 2014 – 100,009 miles
  • 2013 – 100,007 miles
  • 2012 – 97,839 miles
  • 2011 – 92,922 miles
  • 2010 – 87,662 miles
  • 2009 – 82,176 miles
  • 2008 – 76,384 miles
  • 2007 – 70,251 miles
  • 2006 – 72,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,518 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.

  • Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,518 miles (+509)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    689947878145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,009 miles1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    929176369460
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking both
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  3. Fail100,009 miles (+2)4 major1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    807845150549
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking both
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  4. Pass100,007 miles1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    432618043328
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip provision slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front hub seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inop

  5. Fail100,007 miles1 dangerous1 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    541852057447
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened damaged (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip provision slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both front hub seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inop

  6. Pass100,007 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    951670747651
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail100,005 miles (-2)5 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    535278526883
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass100,007 miles (-2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    847568209508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass100,009 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    773618232238
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass100,007 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    898440798591
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass100,004 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    963021361762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear panel starting

  12. Fail100,004 miles (-4)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    517111520496
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear panel starting

  13. Pass100,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    101257358840
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s front and centre corrded (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail100,008 miles (+1)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    481161262955
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s front and centre corrded (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass100,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    310733835096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,007 miles (+2)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    782950405152
    • FailureFront Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass100,005 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    177557806710
    • AdvisoryN/s/r body mounting rusty
    • AdvisorySlight leak on steering box.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints.

  18. Pass100,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,001 miles
    Test number
    676905355066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,001 miles (-8)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,001 miles
    Test number
    695775855021
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass100,009 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    775726354006
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass100,007 miles (+2,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    376787553056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass97,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    97,839 miles
    Test number
    996324352089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail97,839 miles (+4,917)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,839 miles
    Test number
    179213352005
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  24. Pass92,922 miles (+5,260)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,922 miles
    Test number
    695474451030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass87,662 miles (+5,486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    134155850037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass82,176 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,176 miles
    Test number
    152596359405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail82,176 miles (+5,792)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,176 miles
    Test number
    792196359003
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass76,384 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,384 miles
    Test number
    753086158010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,251 miles (-1,925)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,251 miles
    Test number
    610752957051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass72,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    574878956012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail72,176 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    794384656044
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L74 RTU

Does L74 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L74 RTU expired on 20 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L74 RTU?
The MOT on L74 RTU expired on 20 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L74 RTU done?
L74 RTU was recorded at 100,518 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 1,448 miles a year.
Has L74 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L74 RTU has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L74 RTU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 5 times, first on 21 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L74 RTU find?
L74 RTU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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