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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L82 WBXMOT history

L82 WBX is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 117,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

L82 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,118 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L82 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 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L82 WBX was last recorded at 117,118 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Aug 2017: 100,843 miles, lower than 110,781 miles on 24 Aug 2017.

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
114,931 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,187 miles
Average per year
3,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,118 miles
  • 2025 – 114,931 miles
  • 2024 – 110,347 miles
  • 2023 – 109,753 miles
  • 2022 – 109,516 miles
  • 2021 – 109,397 miles
  • 2020 – 109,263 miles
  • 2019 – 108,469 miles
  • 2018 – 105,876 miles
  • 2017 – 100,843 miles
  • 2016 – 99,391 miles
  • 2015 – 97,426 miles
  • 2014 – 93,336 miles
  • 2013 – 91,318 miles
  • 2012 – 87,416 miles
  • 2011 – 79,981 miles
  • 2010 – 71,344 miles
  • 2009 – 61,943 miles
  • 2008 – 56,278 miles
  • 2007 – 55,045 miles
  • 2006 – 53,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,118 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav holder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,118 miles
    Test number
    232329942109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,118 miles (+2,187)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,118 miles
    Test number
    431635612898
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,931 miles (+4,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,931 miles
    Test number
    741956648921
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,347 miles (+594)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,347 miles
    Test number
    836571809256
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,753 miles (+237)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,753 miles
    Test number
    147124002436
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBumper corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,516 miles (+119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,516 miles
    Test number
    351891817991
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,397 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    114012761137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,395 miles (+132)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,395 miles
    Test number
    348236240644
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust centre box holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass109,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,263 miles
    Test number
    984757469836
    • AdvisoryHead lights flicker with side lights

  10. Fail109,262 miles (+793)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    543863961346
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHead lights flicker with side lights

  11. Pass108,469 miles (+199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,469 miles
    Test number
    339363331899
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail108,270 miles (+2,394)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,270 miles
    Test number
    377917921381
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass105,876 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    105,876 miles
    Test number
    439886756802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,822 miles (+4,979)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,822 miles
    Test number
    175780462040
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass100,843 miles (-9,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,843 miles
    Test number
    731384382494
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav holder
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn Resrmost universal joint

  16. Fail110,781 miles (+11,390)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,781 miles
    Test number
    549010320424
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav holder
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn Resrmost universal joint

  17. Pass99,391 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,391 miles
    Test number
    435211497747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail99,391 miles (+1,965)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,391 miles
    Test number
    971869085959
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass97,426 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    97,426 miles
    Test number
    704020744943
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Forward (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySome under vehicle corrosion in areas.
    • AdvisorySome body corrosion in areas.

  20. Fail97,407 miles (+4,071)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,407 miles
    Test number
    390769024875
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering system fouling n/s/f wheel/tyre fouling front axle stabilizer arm on full lock. (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Forward (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySome under vehicle corrosion in areas.
    • AdvisorySome body corrosion in areas.

  21. Pass93,336 miles (+2,018)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,336 miles
    Test number
    128500114398
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber lower bush has slight play
    • NoteSlight knock from rear
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r wheel
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel

  22. Pass91,318 miles (+3,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,318 miles
    Test number
    845976713312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass87,416 miles (+227)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,416 miles
    Test number
    409724602495
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail87,189 miles (+7,208)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    596025982244
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass79,981 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,981 miles
    Test number
    355515181488
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLighjt stalk loose but functions as intended
    • NoteNumber plate light slightly dim

  26. Fail79,969 miles (+8,625)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,969 miles
    Test number
    169245481299
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLighjt stalk loose but functions as intended
    • NoteNumber plate light slightly dim

  27. Pass71,344 miles (+315)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,344 miles
    Test number
    624108080218
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slightly worn

  28. Fail71,029 miles (+9,086)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,029 miles
    Test number
    602467170283
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slightly worn

  29. Pass61,943 miles (+5,665)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,943 miles
    Test number
    171695989245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass56,278 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,278 miles
    Test number
    242827878280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass55,045 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    392196477459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,702 miles
    Test number
    162747676211
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L82 WBX

Does L82 WBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L82 WBX is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L82 WBX?
The MOT on L82 WBX is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L82 WBX done?
L82 WBX was recorded at 117,118 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,263 miles a year.
Has L82 WBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L82 WBX has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L82 WBX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L82 WBX find?
L82 WBX passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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