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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

LA55 DLNMOT history

LA55 DLN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LA55 DLN green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
131,804 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DLN was last recorded at 131,804 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jan 2011: 99,608 miles, lower than 835,366 miles on 11 Feb 2010.

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
131,802 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,804 miles
  • 2025 – 124,286 miles
  • 2024 – 119,834 miles
  • 2023 – 115,109 miles
  • 2022 – 111,708 miles
  • 2018 – 111,392 miles
  • 2017 – 110,509 miles
  • 2016 – 110,424 miles
  • 2014 – 110,246 miles
  • 2013 – 109,171 miles
  • 2012 – 107,378 miles
  • 2011 – 105,618 miles
  • 2010 – 835,366 miles
  • 2009 – 65,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,804 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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,804 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    131,804 miles
    Test number
    598937907061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail131,802 miles (+7,516)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,802 miles
    Test number
    477332721176
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested contaminated by axle oil (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated oil on brakes (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass124,286 miles (+4,452)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    617403033119
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,834 miles (+4,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    119,834 miles
    Test number
    311672731375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,109 miles (+3,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,109 miles
    Test number
    719307874282
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,708 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,708 miles
    Test number
    659514453626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,392 miles (+883)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,392 miles
    Test number
    470043969587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass110,509 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,509 miles
    Test number
    219752845423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,424 miles (+178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,424 miles
    Test number
    741243982787
    • 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)

  10. Pass110,246 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,246 miles
    Test number
    678035174201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,171 miles (+1,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    109,171 miles
    Test number
    135278243278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • 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)

  12. Pass107,378 miles (+1,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,378 miles
    Test number
    577588822279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass105,618 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,618 miles
    Test number
    197169201233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,608 miles
    Test number
    417634621057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail99,608 miles (-735,758)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,608 miles
    Test number
    625784021078
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass835,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    835,366 miles
    Test number
    850872440084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail835,366 miles (+769,670)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    835,366 miles
    Test number
    392132640057
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Towbar retaining device insecure (6.6.3a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass65,696 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,696 miles
    Test number
    700440249033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,221 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    130949229041
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

Questions about LA55 DLN

Does LA55 DLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 DLN is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DLN?
The MOT on LA55 DLN is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 DLN done?
LA55 DLN was recorded at 131,804 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 3,764 miles a year.
Has LA55 DLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DLN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 DLN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 DLN find?
LA55 DLN passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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