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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1976 · 2,495 cc

LAN 863MOT history

LAN 863 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1976. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2023
Mileage
48,154 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
42 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LAN 863
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1976
First used
30 Dec 1976
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LAN 863 was last recorded at 48,154 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,924 miles · 5 Jun 2018
Between the last two tests
230 miles
Average per year
42 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 48,154 miles
  • 2018 – 47,924 miles
  • 2016 – 47,744 miles
  • 2015 – 47,553 miles
  • 2014 – 47,449 miles
  • 2013 – 47,449 miles
  • 2011 – 47,449 miles
  • 2010 – 47,449 miles
  • 2009 – 47,449 miles
  • 2008 – 47,449 miles
  • 2007 – 47,449 miles
  • 2006 – 47,449 miles
  • 2005 – 47,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,154 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,154 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    364052131072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass47,924 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    47,924 miles
    Test number
    260879678854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,744 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,744 miles
    Test number
    971967246067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,553 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,553 miles
    Test number
    177752649477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    419650334467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,449 miles1 dangerous9 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    677052053377
    • DangerousOil leak n/s front hub
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  7. Pass47,449 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    776452053368
    • DangerousOil leak n/s front hub

  8. Fail47,449 miles13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    896851943119
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass47,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    847820271210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,449 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    462212470239
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle emits slight exhaust smoke whilst running

  11. Fail47,449 miles8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    514270129300
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r floor corroded
    • NoteU/j onboth props worn

  12. Pass47,449 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    961952518312
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  13. Fail47,449 miles4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    390333408340
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  14. Fail47,449 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    532415297217
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass47,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    943365797212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    340706796453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,449 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    781146696282
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass47,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    982712705353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,449 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,449 miles
    Test number
    143178395263
    • FailureBrake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Questions about LAN 863

What vehicle is registration LAN 863 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LAN 863 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1976. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LAN 863 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LAN 863 expired on 29 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LAN 863?
The MOT on LAN 863 expired on 29 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LAN 863 done?
LAN 863 was recorded at 48,154 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 42 miles a year.
Has LAN 863 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LAN 863 has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2013.
Has the mileage on LAN 863 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 LAN 863 find?
LAN 863 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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