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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 2,401 cc

L8 STYMOT history

L8 STY is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

L8 STY silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
161,088 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 STY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 STY was last recorded at 161,088 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,087 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,088 miles
  • 2025 – 158,610 miles
  • 2024 – 154,521 miles
  • 2023 – 150,227 miles
  • 2022 – 143,079 miles
  • 2021 – 130,559 miles
  • 2019 – 110,946 miles
  • 2018 – 92,990 miles
  • 2017 – 72,217 miles
  • 2015 – 51,762 miles
  • 2014 – 49,789 miles
  • 2013 – 42,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,088 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySide steps heavily corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Front Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,088 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    161,088 miles
    Test number
    463194835807
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySide steps heavily corroded

  2. Fail161,087 miles (+2,477)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,087 miles
    Test number
    663573370642
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySide steps heavily corroded

  3. Pass158,610 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    158,610 miles
    Test number
    948470418296
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Fail158,610 miles (+4,089)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,610 miles
    Test number
    397859887776
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass154,521 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,521 miles
    Test number
    330099749877
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail154,520 miles (+4,293)10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,520 miles
    Test number
    773168448176
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass150,227 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,227 miles
    Test number
    734999526523
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail150,214 miles (+7,135)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,214 miles
    Test number
    467925275412
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass143,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,079 miles
    Test number
    277485196540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,079 miles (+12,520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,079 miles
    Test number
    545487409057
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass130,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,559 miles
    Test number
    434197105778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,559 miles (+19,613)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,559 miles
    Test number
    286597731271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass110,946 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,946 miles
    Test number
    730114698171
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front, close inspection not possible on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror loose
    • AdvisoryWipers dont park in down position

  14. Fail110,946 miles (+17,956)2 dangerous1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,946 miles
    Test number
    349102787144
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to illegal tyres (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre uneven wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front, close inspection not possible on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWipers dont park in down position

  15. Pass92,990 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,990 miles
    Test number
    299242575359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail92,988 miles (+20,771)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,988 miles
    Test number
    861305004711
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass72,217 miles (+20,455)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,217 miles
    Test number
    733472270072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,762 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,762 miles
    Test number
    916669545142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    838887284086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,789 miles (+6,974)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    476916874053
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOSF swivel seal leaking grease
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteTow electrics corroded

  21. Pass42,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,815 miles
    Test number
    185979843149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 STY

Does L8 STY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 STY is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 STY?
The MOT on L8 STY is valid until 4 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 STY done?
L8 STY was recorded at 161,088 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 8,970 miles a year.
Has L8 STY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 STY has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 STY 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 STY find?
L8 STY passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: steering box leaking oil; side steps heavily corroded.

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