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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L86 MYGMOT history

L86 MYG is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 158,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

L86 MYG white 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 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
158,167 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L86 MYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
21 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L86 MYG was last recorded at 158,167 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2010: 2,495 miles, lower than 85,499 miles on 20 Mar 2009.

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
157,695 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
472 miles
Average per year
4,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,167 miles
  • 2025 – 157,695 miles
  • 2024 – 157,568 miles
  • 2023 – 157,390 miles
  • 2022 – 156,917 miles
  • 2021 – 155,369 miles
  • 2020 – 155,306 miles
  • 2019 – 155,296 miles
  • 2018 – 154,241 miles
  • 2017 – 153,627 miles
  • 2016 – 152,498 miles
  • 2015 – 148,200 miles
  • 2014 – 138,270 miles
  • 2013 – 126,751 miles
  • 2012 – 117,090 miles
  • 2011 – 114,066 miles
  • 2010 – 100,742 miles
  • 2009 – 85,499 miles
  • 2008 – 80,942 miles
  • 2007 – 75,771 miles
  • 2006 – 66,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,167 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axel top stabilizer ball joint dust cover deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,167 miles (+472)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    158,167 miles
    Test number
    564210426309
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axel top stabilizer ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,695 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    157,695 miles
    Test number
    811995654259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,695 miles (+127)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,695 miles
    Test number
    776202327725
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,568 miles (+178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,568 miles
    Test number
    862379236712
    • AdvisoryRear Upper diff ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  5. Pass157,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    157,390 miles
    Test number
    141289029226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail157,390 miles (+473)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,390 miles
    Test number
    160034376903
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass156,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,917 miles
    Test number
    644723105727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail156,917 miles (+1,548)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,917 miles
    Test number
    612843048905
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,369 miles (+63)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    155,369 miles
    Test number
    314181645647
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass155,306 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    155,306 miles
    Test number
    583390725101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail155,300 miles (+4)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,300 miles
    Test number
    545534304326
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass155,296 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    155,296 miles
    Test number
    894544353865
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Fail155,296 miles (+1,055)2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,296 miles
    Test number
    334183547116
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Pass154,241 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    154,241 miles
    Test number
    333777670120
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPanhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryTorque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail154,241 miles (+614)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,241 miles
    Test number
    692686150669
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour Both rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPanhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryTorque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass153,627 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    153,627 miles
    Test number
    372319049002
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear ARB Links ,Bottom Bolts Not Fully Tight
    • AdvisoryCenter Exhaust Rubber Split
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured ALL LED LAMP UNITS (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Multple
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

  17. Fail153,627 miles (+1,129)1 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,627 miles
    Test number
    508312009222
    • DangerousFuel hose leaking Injector Leak Back Hose (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear ARB Links ,Bottom Bolts Not Fully Tight
    • AdvisoryCenter Exhaust Rubber Split
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured ALL LED LAMP UNITS (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Multple
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

  18. Pass152,498 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    152,498 miles
    Test number
    954294179820
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust rubber deteration
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from rad
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail152,498 miles (+4,298)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,498 miles
    Test number
    575766667490
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust rubber deteration
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from rad
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass148,200 miles (+9,930)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    148,200 miles
    Test number
    196962385485
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leaks from both steering joint seals
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in steering box ball joint

  21. Pass138,270 miles (+11,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    138,270 miles
    Test number
    959790984017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass126,751 miles (+9,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    126,751 miles
    Test number
    737202983098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass117,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    117,090 miles
    Test number
    786660492048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail117,090 miles (+3,024)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,090 miles
    Test number
    295868782003
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass114,066 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    114,066 miles
    Test number
    118480771014
    • NoteNearside and offside swivel joints leaking.

  26. Fail114,066 miles (+13,324)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,066 miles
    Test number
    579666261046
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside and offside swivel joints leaking.

  27. Pass100,742 miles (+98,247)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,742 miles
    Test number
    121793280454
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Fail2,495 miles (-83,004)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,495 miles
    Test number
    572482580014
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass85,499 miles (+4,557)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    85,499 miles
    Test number
    551699579020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,942 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,942 miles
    Test number
    212587388095
    • NoteN\s\r axle bump stop missing.

  31. Fail80,933 miles (+5,162)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,933 miles
    Test number
    311517188096
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN\s\r axle bump stop missing.

  32. Pass75,771 miles (+9,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,771 miles
    Test number
    283329987098
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Pass66,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,555 miles
    Test number
    941257966041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L86 MYG

Does L86 MYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L86 MYG is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L86 MYG?
The MOT on L86 MYG is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L86 MYG done?
L86 MYG was recorded at 158,167 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,565 miles a year.
Has L86 MYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L86 MYG has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L86 MYG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L86 MYG find?
L86 MYG passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front coil spring corroded springs; rear axel top stabilizer ball joint dust cover deteriorated, and 1 more.

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