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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L81 WBXMOT history

L81 WBX is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 95,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

L81 WBX blue 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 30 May 2027
Mileage
95,843 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L81 WBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L81 WBX was last recorded at 95,843 miles on 1 May 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,800 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
2,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,843 miles
  • 2025 – 95,800 miles
  • 2024 – 95,494 miles
  • 2023 – 95,061 miles
  • 2022 – 94,777 miles
  • 2021 – 94,670 miles
  • 2020 – 94,132 miles
  • 2019 – 94,046 miles
  • 2018 – 91,379 miles
  • 2017 – 82,856 miles
  • 2016 – 67,752 miles
  • 2014 – 64,476 miles
  • 2013 – 57,941 miles
  • 2012 – 52,441 miles
  • 2011 – 48,385 miles
  • 2010 – 47,307 miles
  • 2009 – 46,151 miles
  • 2008 – 45,385 miles
  • 2007 – 44,482 miles
  • 2006 – 43,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,843 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead area (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladderRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 minor leak of exhaust gases area of rear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front slight movement at swivel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive area of steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle structure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Ladder obscuring rear number plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,843 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    95,843 miles
    Test number
    847286458392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder
  2. Pass95,800 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,800 miles
    Test number
    992103583833
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases area of rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight movement at swivel bearings
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive area of steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLadder obscuring rear number plate
  3. Fail95,799 miles (+305)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,799 miles
    Test number
    561490388899
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases area of rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight movement at swivel bearings
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive area of steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLadder obscuring rear number plate
  4. Pass95,494 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,494 miles
    Test number
    938358118909
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box near rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced halfway along (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder rack
  5. Fail95,489 miles (+428)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,489 miles
    Test number
    845131045221
    • MajorPosition lamp not working all 4 inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box near rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced halfway along (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder rack
  6. Pass95,061 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    234967076365
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced half way along (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder frame
  7. Fail95,061 miles (+284)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    105484405173
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door difficult to open from inside
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced half way along (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder frame
  8. Pass94,777 miles (+107)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,777 miles
    Test number
    957459056837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight movement at upper and lower bearings (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor holed by corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder
    • AdvisorySlight movement at drop arm where it mounts to steering box
  9. Fail94,670 miles (+538)11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,670 miles
    Test number
    927672817438
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 pipes from master cylinder to valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight movement at upper and lower bearings (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hole on floor caused by corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly obscured by ladder
    • AdvisorySlight movement at drop arm where it mounts to steering box
  10. Pass94,132 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    272800811010
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  11. Fail94,108 miles (+62)5 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    527152038786
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle fractured hocky stick mount (5.1.1 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired swivel hub bearing worn (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front hub oil seal leaking
    • DangerousOffside Front hub oil seal leaking
    • DangerousRear Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired axle ball joint (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery box holed and corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail94,046 miles (+2,667)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,046 miles
    Test number
    672540614050
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link 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 Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass91,379 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,379 miles
    Test number
    901884889506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,358 miles (+8,502)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,358 miles
    Test number
    147855566319
    • DangerousOffside Rear half shaft insecure
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass82,856 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    82,856 miles
    Test number
    218231553080
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Fail82,856 miles (+15,104)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,856 miles
    Test number
    198193522970
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass67,752 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,752 miles
    Test number
    917374051834
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily undersealed
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes heavily undersealed
  18. Fail67,748 miles (+3,272)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,748 miles
    Test number
    621732867936
    • FailureDirection indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All indicators flashing when operating either left or right hand indicator (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes heavily undersealed
  19. Pass64,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,476 miles
    Test number
    357746104072
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  20. Fail64,476 miles (+6,535)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,476 miles
    Test number
    687876404079
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  21. Pass57,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,941 miles
    Test number
    706338603040
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  22. Fail57,941 miles (+5,500)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,941 miles
    Test number
    898038703097
    • DangerousOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  23. Pass52,441 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,441 miles
    Test number
    588131012083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  24. Fail52,441 miles (+4,056)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,441 miles
    Test number
    747391112067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  25. Pass48,385 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,385 miles
    Test number
    196187301013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,307 miles (+1,156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,307 miles
    Test number
    673777420007
    • NoteAll four tyres are slightly perished and covered in stones in tread
  27. Pass46,151 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,151 miles
    Test number
    902259119028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,385 miles (+903)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    45,385 miles
    Test number
    271351528060
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut but not deep enough to show ply or cords
  29. Pass44,482 miles (+835)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,482 miles
    Test number
    153376717468
    • NotePuncture in o/s/f tyre inner edge
  30. Pass43,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,647 miles
    Test number
    752910516048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail43,647 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,647 miles
    Test number
    202600416063
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight play rear axle ball joint

Questions about L81 WBX

Does L81 WBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L81 WBX is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L81 WBX?
The MOT on L81 WBX is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L81 WBX done?
L81 WBX was recorded at 95,843 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,571 miles a year.
Has L81 WBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L81 WBX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L81 WBX 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 L81 WBX find?
L81 WBX passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead area, and 3 more.

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