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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L8 PUSMOT history

L8 PUS is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 200,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

L8 PUS 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 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
200,009 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
0 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 PUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
18 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 PUS was last recorded at 200,009 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Feb 2011: 200,006 miles, lower than 200,108 miles on 12 Feb 2010.
  • 1 Feb 2013: 200,009 miles, lower than 200,100 miles on 18 Jan 2012.
  • 2 Feb 2015: 200,108 miles, lower than 200,109 miles on 3 Feb 2014.
  • 21 Mar 2016: 200,002 miles, lower than 200,113 miles on 10 Feb 2015.
  • 14 Feb 2022: 200,006 miles, lower than 200,107 miles on 29 Sept 2020.
  • 12 Feb 2025: 200,000 miles, lower than 200,102 miles on 9 Feb 2024.

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
200,000 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,009 miles
  • 2025 – 200,000 miles
  • 2024 – 200,102 miles
  • 2023 – 200,006 miles
  • 2022 – 200,006 miles
  • 2020 – 200,107 miles
  • 2019 – 200,105 miles
  • 2018 – 200,007 miles
  • 2017 – 200,004 miles
  • 2016 – 200,002 miles
  • 2015 – 200,113 miles
  • 2014 – 200,109 miles
  • 2013 – 200,009 miles
  • 2012 – 200,100 miles
  • 2011 – 200,006 miles
  • 2010 – 200,108 miles
  • 2006 – 200,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,009 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass200,009 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    200,009 miles
    Test number
    867729621383
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass200,000 miles (-102)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    755645444226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass200,102 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    200,102 miles
    Test number
    813941388283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass200,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    200,006 miles
    Test number
    843858382344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass200,006 miles (-101)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    200,006 miles
    Test number
    226003824795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass200,107 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    200,107 miles
    Test number
    115686429415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail200,105 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,105 miles
    Test number
    713176627150
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass200,105 miles (+98)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,105 miles
    Test number
    678541445891
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass200,007 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    200,007 miles
    Test number
    330721268233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  10. Fail200,005 miles (+1)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,005 miles
    Test number
    666137073094
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  11. Pass200,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    200,004 miles
    Test number
    152144535110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail200,004 miles (+2)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,004 miles
    Test number
    320359841306
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass200,002 miles (-111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    200,002 miles
    Test number
    987667435285
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass200,113 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    200,113 miles
    Test number
    449671445079
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f swivel joint

  15. Fail200,108 miles (-1)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,108 miles
    Test number
    168223635400
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f swivel joint

  16. Pass200,109 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    200,109 miles
    Test number
    518244934073
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake warning lighton

  17. Fail200,109 miles (+100)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,109 miles
    Test number
    778878224065
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake warning lighton

  18. Pass200,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    200,009 miles
    Test number
    979818333045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail200,009 miles (-91)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,009 miles
    Test number
    739402433010
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass200,100 miles (+94)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    200,100 miles
    Test number
    878458712097
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass200,006 miles (-102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    200,006 miles
    Test number
    145474831045
    • NoteO/s/f wheel brg sounds rough

  22. Pass200,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    200,108 miles
    Test number
    941083340051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail200,108 miles (+108)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,108 miles
    Test number
    961373530001
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

  24. Pass200,000 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    454781986004
    • NoteCorrosion to the offside rear of the chassis at the bumper
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L8 PUS

Does L8 PUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 PUS is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 PUS?
The MOT on L8 PUS is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 PUS done?
L8 PUS was recorded at 200,009 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 0 miles a year.
Has L8 PUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 PUS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L8 PUS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 6 times, first on 3 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 PUS find?
L8 PUS passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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