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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LA51 FWLMOT history

LA51 FWL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2023.

LA51 FWL red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2023
Mileage
162,471 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 FWL was last recorded at 162,471 miles on 7 Nov 2023, 2,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,436 miles · 22 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,035 miles
Average per year
6,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,471 miles
  • 2022 – 160,436 miles
  • 2021 – 157,399 miles
  • 2020 – 153,764 miles
  • 2019 – 147,236 miles
  • 2018 – 142,241 miles
  • 2017 – 135,930 miles
  • 2016 – 135,515 miles
  • 2015 – 130,678 miles
  • 2014 – 126,074 miles
  • 2013 – 120,545 miles
  • 2012 – 113,607 miles
  • 2011 – 105,967 miles
  • 2010 – 93,332 miles
  • 2009 – 80,273 miles
  • 2008 – 67,599 miles
  • 2007 – 53,610 miles
  • 2006 – 41,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,471 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger, multiple holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm, hole in chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis upper and lower (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger, multiple holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A Frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Both front swivels slight leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe unions corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear union corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced A Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened A Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Central Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,471 miles (+2,035)1 dangerous11 major3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,471 miles
    Test number
    544266276923
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger, multiple holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm, hole in chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis upper and lower (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger, multiple holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A Frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front swivels slight leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe unions corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear union corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced A Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened A Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass160,436 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    160,436 miles
    Test number
    447958628773
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail160,427 miles (+3,028)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,427 miles
    Test number
    557126869142
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached Holed (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged To caliper (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Front to rear. Not clipped in as it should be (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass157,399 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    157,399 miles
    Test number
    636818924632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,764 miles (+6,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    153,764 miles
    Test number
    718874255614
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  6. Pass147,236 miles (+4,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,236 miles
    Test number
    164557581327
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  7. Pass142,241 miles (+180)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,241 miles
    Test number
    345581376521
    • AdvisoryOffside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip deteriorated
    • AdvisoryChassis generally corroded
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail142,061 miles (+6,131)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,061 miles
    Test number
    757372466690
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip deteriorated
    • AdvisoryChassis generally corroded
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass135,930 miles (+415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,930 miles
    Test number
    848365058256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass135,515 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    135,515 miles
    Test number
    432144579739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,508 miles (+4,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,508 miles
    Test number
    201076378093
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass130,678 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,678 miles
    Test number
    159768155016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail130,504 miles (+4,430)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,504 miles
    Test number
    246940455092
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass126,074 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    126,074 miles
    Test number
    405939244075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail126,042 miles (+5,497)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,042 miles
    Test number
    197728744436
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass120,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    120,545 miles
    Test number
    567767053028
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail120,545 miles (+6,938)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,545 miles
    Test number
    825057653054
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass113,607 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    113,607 miles
    Test number
    819552752051
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Fail113,606 miles (+7,639)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,606 miles
    Test number
    998721752071
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Pass105,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    345013041007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,967 miles (+12,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    215762641035
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail93,332 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,332 miles
    Test number
    754713650097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass93,332 miles (+13,059)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,332 miles
    Test number
    862593050064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,273 miles
    Test number
    691154759054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,273 miles (+12,674)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,273 miles
    Test number
    323314259080
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass67,599 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,599 miles
    Test number
    282739758009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,504 miles (+13,894)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,504 miles
    Test number
    114647258426
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass53,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    512172157054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,610 miles (+11,873)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,610 miles
    Test number
    314272057010
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass41,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,737 miles
    Test number
    741573456071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 FWL

Does LA51 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FWL expired on 21 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FWL?
The MOT on LA51 FWL expired on 21 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FWL done?
LA51 FWL was recorded at 162,471 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2023, an average of 6,819 miles a year.
Has LA51 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FWL has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 FWL 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 LA51 FWL find?
LA51 FWL failed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 3 minor defects and 16 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; front upper steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and 28 more.

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