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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L86 THPMOT history

L86 THP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 251,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L86 THP green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
251,071 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L86 THP
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
5 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L86 THP was last recorded at 251,071 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2016: 149,693 miles, lower than 323,418 miles on 6 Jul 2015.

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
247,506 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 251,071 miles
  • 2025 – 247,506 miles
  • 2024 – 244,986 miles
  • 2023 – 236,601 miles
  • 2022 – 226,223 miles
  • 2021 – 188,011 miles
  • 2019 – 164,015 miles
  • 2018 – 151,895 miles
  • 2017 – 149,693 miles
  • 2016 – 149,693 miles
  • 2015 – 323,418 miles
  • 2014 – 319,420 miles
  • 2012 – 315,028 miles
  • 2011 – 310,379 miles
  • 2010 – 307,552 miles
  • 2009 – 304,309 miles
  • 2008 – 300,758 miles
  • 2007 – 275,051 miles
  • 2006 – 252,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leaks at n/s/f half shat. s/box/engine sump and front and rear differentials. all minimal.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Towbar attachment insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Inner bulkhead panel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    251,071 miles
    Test number
    951254109413
    • AdvisoryOil leaks at n/s/f half shat. s/box/engine sump and front and rear differentials. all minimal.
  2. Fail251,071 miles (+3,565)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,071 miles
    Test number
    490364022343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks at n/s/f half shat. s/box/engine sump and front and rear differentials. all minimal.
  3. Pass247,506 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    247,506 miles
    Test number
    975113095312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail247,501 miles (+2,515)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,501 miles
    Test number
    853965781671
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass244,986 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    244,986 miles
    Test number
    970332753094
    • AdvisoryFront Inner bulkhead panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlightly smoke under load
  6. Fail244,986 miles (+8,385)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,986 miles
    Test number
    906308252773
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner bulkhead panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlightly smoke under load
  7. Pass236,601 miles (+10,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    236,601 miles
    Test number
    777540850766
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass226,223 miles (+38,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    226,223 miles
    Test number
    152968940196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass188,011 miles (+10,254)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    188,011 miles
    Test number
    597505716535
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass177,757 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    177,757 miles
    Test number
    536047687572
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking
  11. Fail177,757 miles (+13,742)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,757 miles
    Test number
    714197331057
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation handbrake (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking
  12. Pass164,015 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,015 miles
    Test number
    559965001657
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  13. Fail163,996 miles (+12,101)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,996 miles
    Test number
    202462192622
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated axle leaking, brake contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corrosion around suspension components and mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated axle leaking, brake contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corrosion in and around suspension components and mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL REAR SEAT BELTS COULD NOT BE CHECKED DURING TEST
    • AdvisoryBOTH NSF AND OSF SEAT BELTS ARE WORN
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  14. Pass151,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    151,895 miles
    Test number
    412653731653
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BODY MOUNT CORRODED
  15. Fail151,895 miles (+2,202)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,895 miles
    Test number
    415699841845
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing no seat belts found for rear seating (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  16. Pass149,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    149,693 miles
    Test number
    844469465989
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
  17. Fail149,693 miles (-173,725)1 dangerous22 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,693 miles
    Test number
    349440756378
    • DangerousWheel nut(s) missing all four wheels (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested parking brake (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded by bump stop mt (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chasis (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded by bump stop mt (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis by tie bar (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis by tie bar (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chasis (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded box section above rear chasis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded box section above rear chasis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear box section abovwe rear a-frame holed
    • AdvisoryEntire rear cross member seriously corroded
    • AdvisoryRear prop missing
  18. Pass323,418 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    323,418 miles
    Test number
    186297585164
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play osf hub assemmbly
  19. Fail323,418 miles (+3,998)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    323,418 miles
    Test number
    897147675156
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play osf hub assemmbly
  20. Pass319,420 miles (+11)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    319,420 miles
    Test number
    676391564173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOsr hub seal has a slight leak
  21. Fail319,409 miles (+4,381)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,409 miles
    Test number
    199278144151
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOsr hub seal has a slight leak
  22. Pass315,028 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    315,028 miles
    Test number
    675161712309
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  23. Fail315,028 miles (+4,649)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,028 miles
    Test number
    958906402306
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  24. Pass310,379 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    310,379 miles
    Test number
    169925091174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass307,552 miles (+3,243)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    307,552 miles
    Test number
    211620400295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass304,309 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    304,309 miles
    Test number
    544277099164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass300,758 miles (+25,707)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    300,758 miles
    Test number
    444887108271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass275,051 miles (+22,821)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    275,051 miles
    Test number
    371697207291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass252,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    252,230 miles
    Test number
    311763236415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L86 THP

Does L86 THP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L86 THP is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L86 THP?
The MOT on L86 THP is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L86 THP done?
L86 THP was recorded at 251,071 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026.
Has L86 THP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L86 THP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L86 THP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L86 THP find?
L86 THP passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leaks at n/s/f half shat. s/box/engine sump and front and rear differentials. all minimal..

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