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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L96 NFCMOT history

L96 NFC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Oct 1993. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 154,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

L96 NFC red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2025
Mileage
154,503 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L96 NFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
27 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L96 NFC was last recorded at 154,503 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 1,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,071 miles · 15 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,432 miles
Average per year
900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,503 miles
  • 2021 – 153,071 miles
  • 2019 – 152,856 miles
  • 2013 – 152,111 miles
  • 2012 – 151,552 miles
  • 2011 – 149,516 miles
  • 2010 – 146,817 miles
  • 2008 – 143,393 miles
  • 2007 – 140,669 miles
  • 2006 – 137,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,503 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,503 miles
    Test number
    173753294159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail154,503 miles (+1,432)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,503 miles
    Test number
    360635739161
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass153,071 miles (+215)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    153,071 miles
    Test number
    869628195714
    • AdvisoryBRAKE SERVO CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCentral CHASSI CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front FLOOR PAN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front HUB SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front FLOOR PAN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front HUB SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION CONE CORRODED

  4. Pass152,856 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    152,856 miles
    Test number
    855202308500
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexy to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail152,853 miles (+742)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,853 miles
    Test number
    142336789786
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Drag link end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexy to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass152,111 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    152,111 miles
    Test number
    988257783243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteSide steps fitted

  7. Fail152,111 miles (+559)9 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,111 miles
    Test number
    578063983296
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront hub seals leaking
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteRear door will not open from out side
    • NoteRear prop joint
    • NoteSide steps fitted

  8. Pass151,552 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    151,552 miles
    Test number
    218640672211
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSide step fitted

  9. Fail151,552 miles (+2,036)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,552 miles
    Test number
    555131862215
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear pads
    • NoteSide step fitted

  10. Pass149,516 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    149,516 miles
    Test number
    669349141234
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteCondition of both front seat belts
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch rotted

  11. Fail149,516 miles (+2,699)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,516 miles
    Test number
    166389141283
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteCondition of both front seat belts
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch rotted

  12. Pass146,817 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    146,817 miles
    Test number
    264789530484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail146,817 miles (+3,424)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,817 miles
    Test number
    570479330114
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass143,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    143,393 miles
    Test number
    413664358345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail143,393 miles (+2,724)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,393 miles
    Test number
    684967348342
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass140,669 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    181104827468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,429 miles (+2,613)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,429 miles
    Test number
    440308017009
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on floor chasis sills and ancillary panels.
    • NoteFront hub seals leaking
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 3 mm approx

  18. Pass137,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    137,816 miles
    Test number
    102044426089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail137,816 miles7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,816 miles
    Test number
    314866516060
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s/r light guard loose
    • NoteO/s/r mudflap loose and hanging off

Questions about L96 NFC

Does L96 NFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L96 NFC expired on 29 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L96 NFC?
The MOT on L96 NFC expired on 29 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L96 NFC done?
L96 NFC was recorded at 154,503 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 900 miles a year.
Has L96 NFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L96 NFC has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L96 NFC 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 L96 NFC find?
L96 NFC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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