
Land Rover Defender
Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc
L7 DMTMOT history
L7 DMT is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 137,338 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 137,338 mi
- At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 3,241 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L7 DMT
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1997
- First used
- 3 Oct 1997
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L7 DMT was last recorded at 137,338 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 27 Mar 2009: 63,867 miles, lower than 88,223 miles on 28 Nov 2007.
- 8 Sept 2015: 120,445 miles, lower than 120,628 miles on 1 Sept 2015.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 137,319 miles · 15 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 19 miles
- Average per year
- 3,241 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 137,338 miles
- 2025 – 137,117 miles
- 2024 – 137,036 miles
- 2022 – 136,717 miles
- 2021 – 135,880 miles
- 2020 – 135,459 miles
- 2019 – 135,181 miles
- 2018 – 133,707 miles
- 2017 – 129,218 miles
- 2016 – 124,851 miles
- 2015 – 120,445 miles
- 2014 – 116,106 miles
- 2013 – 113,650 miles
- 2012 – 111,776 miles
- 2011 – 107,204 miles
- 2009 – 93,900 miles
- 2007 – 88,223 miles
- 2006 – 78,797 miles
- 2005 – 72,138 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly corroded
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))
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 leaks.
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016
Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Corrosion on n/s body floor pan and footwell area.
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Both front steering hub dust boots deteriorated.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Brake pedal wearing smooth
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
31 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,338 miles (+19)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 137,338 miles
- Test number
- 421115724197
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly corroded
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))
Fail137,319 miles (+202)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,319 miles
- Test number
- 210494540706
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail next to tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryRear discs slightly corroded
Pass137,117 miles (+81)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 137,117 miles
- Test number
- 286203563917
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass137,036 miles (+319)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 137,036 miles
- Test number
- 236000236374
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under side vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass136,717 miles (+15)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 136,717 miles
- Test number
- 887068748695
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tail section corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side of vehicle
Fail136,702 miles (+822)3 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,702 miles
- Test number
- 595448906451
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced battery tray (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s body floor pan and footwell area.
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks.
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryChassis legs corroded
- AdvisoryTail section exhaust deteriorated
Pass135,880 miles (+10)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 135,880 miles
- Test number
- 888371193455
- AdvisoryBoth front steering hub dust boots deteriorated.
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s body floor pan and footwell area.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks.
- AdvisorySlight play in front prop shaft UJ.
Fail135,870 miles (+411)1 dangerous1 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,870 miles
- Test number
- 801752270154
- DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front steering hub dust boots deteriorated.
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s body floor pan and footwell area.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks.
- AdvisorySlight play in front prop shaft UJ.
Pass135,459 miles (+4)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 135,459 miles
- Test number
- 742052118497
- AdvisoryCorrosion in n/s/f footwell and floor pan area.
- AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded.
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle.
- AdvisoryMinor deterioration of front steering knuckle ball joint gaitors and some misting of oil from seals.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks.
Fail135,455 miles (+274)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,455 miles
- Test number
- 848937679412
- DangerousNearside Rear Body component likely to become detached N/S/R body mounting. (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside 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))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCorrosion in n/s/f footwell and floor pan area.
- AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded.
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle.
- AdvisoryMinor deterioration of front steering knuckle ball joint gaitors and some misting of oil from seals.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks.
Pass135,181 miles (+3)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 135,181 miles
- Test number
- 312427115501
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated rear flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
- AdvisoryEngine oil leak
Fail135,178 miles (+1,471)4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,178 miles
- Test number
- 570975444524
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated and excessive play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated rear flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
- AdvisoryEngine oil leak
Pass133,707 miles (+8)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 133,707 miles
- Test number
- 328991633101
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lense
Fail133,699 miles (+4,481)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,699 miles
- Test number
- 163614996874
- DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced battery tray/box (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lense
Pass129,218 miles (+4,367)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 129,218 miles
- Test number
- 442965353331
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNot all brake pipes visible
Pass124,851 miles (+60)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 124,851 miles
- Test number
- 862909268578
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Fail124,791 miles (+4,346)7 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,791 miles
- Test number
- 330172916873
- FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Pass120,445 miles (-183)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 120,445 miles
- Test number
- 505146504082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail120,628 miles (+4,522)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,628 miles
- Test number
- 438458301358
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass116,106 miles (+18)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 116,106 miles
- Test number
- 445685044235
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Fail116,088 miles (+2,438)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,088 miles
- Test number
- 295421744213
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Pass113,650 miles (+1,874)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 113,650 miles
- Test number
- 559391743293
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Pass111,776 miles (+4,572)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 111,776 miles
- Test number
- 318619822246
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass107,204 miles (+13,304)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2012
- Odometer
- 107,204 miles
- Test number
- 426963021111
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Pass93,900 miles (+30,033)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 93,900 miles
- Test number
- 334053799094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,867 miles (-24,356)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,867 miles
- Test number
- 320676789008
- FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
Pass88,223 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 88,223 miles
- Test number
- 543832337318
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Fail88,222 miles (+9,425)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,222 miles
- Test number
- 162022217368
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass78,797 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 78,797 miles
- Test number
- 152744256334
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,797 miles (+6,659)1 dangerous6 failures7 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,797 miles
- Test number
- 663613556337
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteOffside front axyl sphear hub seal leaking
Pass72,138 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 72,138 miles
- Test number
- 150614155383
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L7 DMT
- Does L7 DMT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 DMT is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L7 DMT?
- The MOT on L7 DMT is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L7 DMT done?
- L7 DMT was recorded at 137,338 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
- Has L7 DMT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L7 DMT has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on L7 DMT ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L7 DMT find?
- L7 DMT passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc slightly corroded; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..
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