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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

L99 WAFMOT history

L99 WAF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

L99 WAF blue 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,505 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 WAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 WAF was last recorded at 148,505 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 2,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Nov 2009: 12,962 miles, lower than 108,065 miles on 10 Dec 2008.
  • 6 Jul 2017: 85,184 miles, lower than 726,076 miles on 4 Jul 2016.

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
145,957 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,548 miles
Average per year
7,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,505 miles
  • 2024 – 145,957 miles
  • 2023 – 141,878 miles
  • 2022 – 138,118 miles
  • 2021 – 129,181 miles
  • 2020 – 117,792 miles
  • 2019 – 107,376 miles
  • 2018 – 96,141 miles
  • 2017 – 85,184 miles
  • 2016 – 726,076 miles
  • 2015 – 57,281 miles
  • 2014 – 41,714 miles
  • 2013 – 31,212 miles
  • 2012 – 29,909 miles
  • 2011 – 18,301 miles
  • 2010 – 15,707 miles
  • 2009 – 12,962 miles
  • 2008 – 108,065 miles
  • 2007 – 8,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,505 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop is missing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both swivel hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both seat belts (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank and guard are corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,505 miles (+2,548)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,505 miles
    Test number
    619527448046
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop is missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both swivel hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both seat belts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank and guard are corroded

  2. Pass145,957 miles (+4,079)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    145,957 miles
    Test number
    127903291086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,878 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,878 miles
    Test number
    169414905768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,118 miles (+8,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,118 miles
    Test number
    647154158768
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both

  5. Pass129,181 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    129,181 miles
    Test number
    644369147297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,176 miles (+11,384)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,176 miles
    Test number
    525026036971
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass117,792 miles (+10,416)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,792 miles
    Test number
    241210768139
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass107,376 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,376 miles
    Test number
    342907252181
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail107,374 miles (+11,233)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,374 miles
    Test number
    557743175545
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass96,141 miles (+10,957)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,141 miles
    Test number
    322303561357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,184 miles (-640,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    785720402188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass726,076 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    726,076 miles
    Test number
    358519209707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail726,074 miles (+668,793)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    726,074 miles
    Test number
    495981816366
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail57,281 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,281 miles
    Test number
    725211295143
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside headlamp damaged.

  15. Pass57,281 miles (+15,567)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,281 miles
    Test number
    945641995165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside headlamp damaged.

  16. Pass41,714 miles (+10,502)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,714 miles
    Test number
    309961874113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,212 miles (+1,303)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,212 miles
    Test number
    915391193159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,909 miles (+11,608)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,909 miles
    Test number
    347245942338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,301 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,301 miles
    Test number
    939694631352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,707 miles (+2,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,707 miles
    Test number
    283553830384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass12,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    12,962 miles
    Test number
    192353429309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail12,962 miles (-95,103)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,962 miles
    Test number
    131523229327
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass108,065 miles (+99,960)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    108,065 miles
    Test number
    684235148335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    8,105 miles
    Test number
    613478247370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 WAF

Does L99 WAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 WAF is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 WAF?
The MOT on L99 WAF is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 WAF done?
L99 WAF was recorded at 148,505 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 7,793 miles a year.
Has L99 WAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 WAF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on L99 WAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 WAF find?
L99 WAF passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 8 more.

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