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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L8 OMSMOT history

L8 OMS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

L8 OMS blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
138,710 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 OMS was last recorded at 138,710 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 3,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,669 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,041 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,710 miles
  • 2023 – 135,669 miles
  • 2022 – 132,007 miles
  • 2021 – 125,326 miles
  • 2020 – 122,659 miles
  • 2019 – 117,388 miles
  • 2018 – 113,769 miles
  • 2017 – 109,569 miles
  • 2016 – 105,587 miles
  • 2015 – 103,135 miles
  • 2014 – 99,419 miles
  • 2013 – 95,461 miles
  • 2012 – 92,746 miles
  • 2011 – 91,943 miles
  • 2010 – 89,349 miles
  • 2009 – 85,821 miles
  • 2008 – 82,136 miles
  • 2007 – 76,426 miles
  • 2006 – 68,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,710 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,710 miles (+3,041)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,710 miles
    Test number
    989035677253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,669 miles (+3)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,669 miles
    Test number
    929728819142
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail135,666 miles (+3,659)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,666 miles
    Test number
    884349298656
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,007 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,007 miles
    Test number
    564307712566
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle brake pipes (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing wear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all chassis rails
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  5. Fail132,007 miles (+6,681)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,007 miles
    Test number
    613432559851
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose prop to axle bolts insecure (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle brake pipes (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing wear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all chassis rails
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  6. Pass125,326 miles (+2,667)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,326 miles
    Test number
    223049072496
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass122,659 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,659 miles
    Test number
    647116244713
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,656 miles (+5,268)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,656 miles
    Test number
    988704616935
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,388 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,388 miles
    Test number
    949982869709
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Fail117,385 miles (+3,616)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,385 miles
    Test number
    156506393538
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle center tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Pass113,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,769 miles
    Test number
    298113484921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,769 miles (+4,200)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,769 miles
    Test number
    519142338592
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass109,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,569 miles
    Test number
    194537013313
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail109,569 miles (+3,982)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,569 miles
    Test number
    696496008118
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass105,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    105,587 miles
    Test number
    866244333890
    • AdvisoryFront anchor pin on crane badly worn
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK O/S front hub
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Fail105,587 miles (+2,452)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,587 miles
    Test number
    880145505781
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront anchor pin on crane badly worn
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK O/S front hub
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass103,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,135 miles
    Test number
    250620926200
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail103,135 miles (+3,716)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,135 miles
    Test number
    912934254234
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass99,419 miles (+2)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    279542074299
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteCrane has some play in mounting pins
    • NoteSlight leak from offside front swivel

  20. Fail99,417 miles (+3,956)5 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,417 miles
    Test number
    776817964214
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteCrane has some play in mounting pins
    • NoteSlight leak from offside front swivel

  21. Pass95,461 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    287343063206
    • NoteO/s front hub sphere leaking Slight leak from steering box Dif pinion seal leaking ,Considerable lash in diff .Crane joints generally worn but secure .

  22. Fail95,461 miles (+2,715)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    386491463420
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteO/s front hub sphere leaking Slight leak from steering box Dif pinion seal leaking ,Considerable lash in diff .Crane joints generally worn but secure .

  23. Pass92,746 miles (+803)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,746 miles
    Test number
    259203862289
    • NoteCrack n/s headlight
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe

  24. Pass91,943 miles (+2,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    91,943 miles
    Test number
    778253061290
    • NoteEXCESS WEAR IN WIPER LINKAGE SUGGEST CHECK THAT CRANE MOUNTING BOLTS TIGHT O/S REAR S/A HAS SLIGHT WEEP . CONSIDERABLE BACKLASH IN REAR DIFF

  25. Pass89,349 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    89,349 miles
    Test number
    243996660225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront pin on crane is badly worn Some play in o/s wiper linkage

  26. Fail89,347 miles (+3,526)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    680995260278
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront pin on crane is badly worn Some play in o/s wiper linkage

  27. Pass85,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    683251469266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail85,821 miles (+3,685)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    263101569209
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteExhaust system very rusty

  29. Pass82,136 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    831225778245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail82,130 miles (+5,704)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    853928968217
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAcceptable oil leak from steering box .oil contamination o/s front tyre

  31. Pass76,426 miles (+8,395)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,426 miles
    Test number
    794247567265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass68,031 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    151387676279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail68,030 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,030 miles
    Test number
    484576876218
    • FailureCentre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about L8 OMS

Does L8 OMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 OMS expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 OMS?
The MOT on L8 OMS expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 OMS done?
L8 OMS was recorded at 138,710 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has L8 OMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OMS has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 OMS 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 L8 OMS find?
L8 OMS passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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