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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L81 FBVMOT history

L81 FBV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

L81 FBV 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
120,240 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L81 FBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L81 FBV was last recorded at 120,240 miles on 12 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jun 2026: 120,240 miles, lower than 120,241 miles on 10 Jun 2026.

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
120,241 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Average per year
2,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,240 miles
  • 2025 – 119,999 miles
  • 2022 – 119,993 miles
  • 2021 – 119,433 miles
  • 2020 – 117,384 miles
  • 2017 – 116,549 miles
  • 2016 – 114,749 miles
  • 2015 – 113,385 miles
  • 2014 – 110,881 miles
  • 2013 – 106,407 miles
  • 2012 – 104,439 miles
  • 2011 – 103,570 miles
  • 2010 – 96,497 miles
  • 2009 – 87,918 miles
  • 2008 – 81,964 miles
  • 2007 – 75,782 miles
  • 2006 – 69,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,240 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,240 miles (-1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    120,240 miles
    Test number
    549640085799
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail120,241 miles (+242)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,241 miles
    Test number
    853661269479
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass119,999 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,999 miles
    Test number
    139208338096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail119,995 miles (+2)7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,995 miles
    Test number
    538671481249
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,993 miles (+560)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    119,993 miles
    Test number
    104731359724
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass119,433 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,433 miles
    Test number
    441460717819
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear across the axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from hub
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive flange worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door check strap bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive central cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail119,433 miles (+2,049)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,433 miles
    Test number
    298035024890
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (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 Body component corroded and likely to cause injury step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear across the axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    990521403395
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail117,384 miles (+835)1 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    211548380963
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not doing a full stroke over windscreen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass116,549 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,549 miles
    Test number
    877772173687
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak front diff
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront hubs oil leak both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail116,549 miles (+1,800)2 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,549 miles
    Test number
    931326284264
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak front diff
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront hubs oil leak both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass114,749 miles (+1,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,749 miles
    Test number
    898174642896
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear step corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass113,385 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    197878155029
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust carroded

  14. Fail113,385 miles (+2,504)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    155448055092
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteCarrotion under drivers seat but not in the perscribed aera
    • NoteExhaust carroded

  15. Pass110,881 miles (+4,474)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    548142964056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,407 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    115057213418
    • NoteFront position lamps dull
    • NoteOffside front floor pan corroded but outside perscribed areas.

  17. Fail106,407 miles (+1,968)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    966247613024
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront position lamps dull
    • NoteOffside front floor pan corroded but outside perscribed areas.

  18. Pass104,439 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,439 miles
    Test number
    649316992050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,570 miles
    Test number
    528965181256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,570 miles (+7,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,570 miles
    Test number
    595810081289
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass96,497 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    512188490295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,024 miles (+6,106)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,024 miles
    Test number
    862540620027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,918 miles (+5,954)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,918 miles
    Test number
    613423129065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,964 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    81,964 miles
    Test number
    614828618028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,782 miles (+6,650)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    75,782 miles
    Test number
    710773127092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    69,132 miles
    Test number
    661377026086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,132 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,132 miles
    Test number
    774447926080
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L81 FBV

Does L81 FBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L81 FBV is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L81 FBV?
The MOT on L81 FBV 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 L81 FBV done?
L81 FBV was recorded at 120,240 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 2,509 miles a year.
Has L81 FBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L81 FBV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L81 FBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jun 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L81 FBV find?
L81 FBV passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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