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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L99 MUDMOT history

L99 MUD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

L99 MUD 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 13 Mar 2024
Mileage
130,838 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 MUD was last recorded at 130,838 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 2,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,308 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,530 miles
Average per year
2,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,838 miles
  • 2022 – 128,308 miles
  • 2021 – 126,959 miles
  • 2020 – 123,730 miles
  • 2018 – 119,364 miles
  • 2017 – 114,706 miles
  • 2016 – 110,256 miles
  • 2014 – 103,486 miles
  • 2013 – 100,425 miles
  • 2009 – 99,742 miles
  • 2008 – 95,696 miles
  • 2007 – 91,076 miles
  • 2006 – 87,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,838 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,838 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,838 miles
    Test number
    751994562260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,308 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    128,308 miles
    Test number
    917196021936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail128,308 miles (+1,349)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,308 miles
    Test number
    151950718526
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass126,959 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,959 miles
    Test number
    949038726394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,933 miles (+3,203)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,933 miles
    Test number
    910812670923
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass123,730 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,730 miles
    Test number
    125900513543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,715 miles (+4,351)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,715 miles
    Test number
    777966637860
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn chassis end from top of axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,364 miles
    Test number
    122748429137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,364 miles (+4,658)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,364 miles
    Test number
    955109928615
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass114,706 miles (+4,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    872554948819
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass110,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    110,256 miles
    Test number
    361215356600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,256 miles (+6,770)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,256 miles
    Test number
    117702071554
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass103,486 miles (+3,061)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,486 miles
    Test number
    237910924452
    • NoteCorrect locking tab steering box advised

  14. Pass100,425 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,425 miles
    Test number
    266741923167
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail100,425 miles (+683)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,425 miles
    Test number
    655810523157
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass99,742 miles (+186)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    99,742 miles
    Test number
    931078759270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades torn

  17. Fail99,556 miles (+3,860)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,556 miles
    Test number
    912705049210
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades torn

  18. Pass95,696 miles (+351)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    304808268274
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront prop:shaft rear u/j worn
    • NoteFront reg:plate damaged/cracked

  19. Fail95,345 miles (+4,269)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,345 miles
    Test number
    512756268291
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront prop:shaft rear u/j worn
    • NoteFront reg:plate damaged/cracked

  20. Pass91,076 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    91,076 miles
    Test number
    344193737481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail91,076 miles (+4,029)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,076 miles
    Test number
    710303237242
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass87,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    87,047 miles
    Test number
    312230236477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,047 miles7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,047 miles
    Test number
    973979826260
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

Questions about L99 MUD

Does L99 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L99 MUD expired on 13 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L99 MUD?
The MOT on L99 MUD expired on 13 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L99 MUD done?
L99 MUD was recorded at 130,838 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 2,642 miles a year.
Has L99 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 MUD has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L99 MUD 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 MUD find?
L99 MUD passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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