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Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

L99 FDRMOT history

L99 FDR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

L99 FDR black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,479 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 FDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 FDR was last recorded at 147,479 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 11,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,208 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,271 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,479 miles
  • 2025 – 136,208 miles
  • 2024 – 134,130 miles
  • 2023 – 129,909 miles
  • 2022 – 128,904 miles
  • 2021 – 125,382 miles
  • 2020 – 123,900 miles
  • 2018 – 123,016 miles
  • 2017 – 109,306 miles
  • 2016 – 99,790 miles
  • 2015 – 84,610 miles
  • 2014 – 78,699 miles
  • 2013 – 76,389 miles
  • 2012 – 65,509 miles
  • 2011 – 50,435 miles
  • 2010 – 33,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,479 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play A FRAME BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both differentials leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Temporary fuel cap fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,479 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    745819032481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play A FRAME BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,479 miles (+11,271)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    992374389530
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play A FRAME BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,208 miles (+2,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    136,208 miles
    Test number
    677909179731
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,130 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,130 miles
    Test number
    110488748728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,124 miles (+4,215)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,124 miles
    Test number
    438341289699
    • MajorCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper bush has slight play

  6. Pass129,909 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    129,909 miles
    Test number
    230430502467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail129,906 miles (+1,002)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,906 miles
    Test number
    103766930698
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass128,904 miles (+3,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    128,904 miles
    Test number
    322882553082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass125,382 miles (+1,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    125,382 miles
    Test number
    375262770021
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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))

  10. Pass123,900 miles (+884)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,900 miles
    Test number
    794007944990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,016 miles (+13,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,016 miles
    Test number
    256378950560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  12. Pass109,306 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,306 miles
    Test number
    921188050752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,211 miles (+9,421)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,211 miles
    Test number
    180888976993
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass99,790 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,790 miles
    Test number
    519469708634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth differentials leaking
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  15. Fail99,790 miles (+15,180)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,790 miles
    Test number
    685699815722
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth differentials leaking
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Pass84,610 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,610 miles
    Test number
    209352185418
    • NoteGear oil leak

  17. Fail84,608 miles (+5,909)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,608 miles
    Test number
    356901185112
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront and rear differentials leaking oil
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteTransfer box leaking oil

  18. Pass78,699 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    838703884106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail78,698 miles (+2,309)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,698 miles
    Test number
    297013384197
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass76,389 miles (+10,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,389 miles
    Test number
    589333953248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass65,509 miles (+15,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,509 miles
    Test number
    859561652294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass50,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    589339751277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,435 miles (+16,587)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    657459551298
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass33,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,848 miles
    Test number
    151688650253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 FDR

Does L99 FDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 FDR is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 FDR?
The MOT on L99 FDR is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 FDR done?
L99 FDR was recorded at 147,479 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has L99 FDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 FDR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L99 FDR 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 L99 FDR find?
L99 FDR passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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