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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

L8 LXLMOT history

L8 LXL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 216,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

L8 LXL red 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 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
216,963 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 LXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 LXL was last recorded at 216,963 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 11,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2009: 153,168 miles, lower than 158,154 miles on 11 Jul 2008.
  • 28 Mar 2017: 230,307 miles, lower than 233,574 miles on 26 Feb 2016.
  • 4 Aug 2023: 179,008 miles, lower than 262,697 miles on 4 Jul 2022.

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
205,947 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,016 miles
Average per year
3,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,963 miles
  • 2025 – 205,947 miles
  • 2024 – 189,903 miles
  • 2023 – 179,008 miles
  • 2022 – 262,697 miles
  • 2018 – 235,069 miles
  • 2017 – 230,307 miles
  • 2016 – 233,574 miles
  • 2014 – 231,126 miles
  • 2013 – 228,453 miles
  • 2012 – 216,101 miles
  • 2011 – 197,808 miles
  • 2010 – 177,271 miles
  • 2009 – 153,168 miles
  • 2008 – 158,154 miles
  • 2007 – 153,184 miles
  • 2006 – 138,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,963 miles
  • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Steering column universal joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,963 miles (+11,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    216,963 miles
    Test number
    302037899089
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass205,947 miles (+16,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    205,947 miles
    Test number
    301413753832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass189,903 miles (+10,895)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    189,903 miles
    Test number
    691295082174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass179,008 miles (-83,689)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    179,008 miles
    Test number
    167217401397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass262,697 miles (+27,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    262,697 miles
    Test number
    238316470538
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySERVICE BRAKE EFFORTS JUST MET

  6. Pass235,069 miles (+4,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    235,069 miles
    Test number
    517768572620
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a ball joint a frame ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass230,307 miles (-3,267)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    230,307 miles
    Test number
    351350684793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass233,574 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    233,574 miles
    Test number
    468115123494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass231,126 miles (+2,673)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    231,126 miles
    Test number
    105484774141
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront hub oil seals leaking

  10. Pass228,453 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    228,453 miles
    Test number
    596547793140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail228,448 miles (+12,347)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,448 miles
    Test number
    139320593133
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

  12. Pass216,101 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    216,101 miles
    Test number
    479936482165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChassis corroded

  13. Fail216,100 miles (+18,292)6 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,100 miles
    Test number
    859496182185
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureUpper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChassis corroded

  14. Pass197,808 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    197,808 miles
    Test number
    939802791103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Fail197,802 miles (+20,531)10 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,802 miles
    Test number
    317218381170
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail177,271 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,271 miles
    Test number
    712988380156
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass177,271 miles (+24,103)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    177,271 miles
    Test number
    973128780195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass153,168 miles (-4,986)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    153,168 miles
    Test number
    103500179196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass158,154 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    158,154 miles
    Test number
    780313098199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass153,184 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    153,184 miles
    Test number
    503758327143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail153,175 miles (+15,084)7 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,175 miles
    Test number
    524941227189
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteNearside front brakepipe slightly rusty
    • NoteSlight movement from number one balljoint
    • NoteSlight play in rear anti-roll bar bushes

  22. Pass138,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    138,091 miles
    Test number
    462745216175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 LXL

Does L8 LXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 LXL is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 LXL?
The MOT on L8 LXL is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 LXL done?
L8 LXL was recorded at 216,963 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,881 miles a year.
Has L8 LXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 LXL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on L8 LXL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 19 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 LXL find?
L8 LXL passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive.

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