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Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LP08 UUWMOT history

LP08 UUW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 166,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LP08 UUW green 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 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,277 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UUW was last recorded at 166,277 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,274 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,277 miles
  • 2025 – 151,716 miles
  • 2024 – 138,483 miles
  • 2023 – 126,875 miles
  • 2022 – 115,869 miles
  • 2021 – 104,910 miles
  • 2020 – 95,072 miles
  • 2019 – 85,192 miles
  • 2018 – 82,149 miles
  • 2017 – 66,954 miles
  • 2016 – 53,043 miles
  • 2015 – 48,815 miles
  • 2014 – 44,631 miles
  • 2013 – 42,720 miles
  • 2012 – 40,237 miles
  • 2011 – 35,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,277 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both fronts (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear dif (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Rear wiper and washers faultyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,277 miles (+3)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,277 miles
    Test number
    539399407685
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both fronts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear dif (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wiper and washers faulty
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail166,274 miles (+14,558)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,274 miles
    Test number
    608993004742
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both fronts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear dif (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wiper and washers faulty
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass151,716 miles (+13,233)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    151,716 miles
    Test number
    329735687543
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass138,483 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,483 miles
    Test number
    823471614260
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail138,483 miles (+11,608)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,483 miles
    Test number
    570503318929
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass126,875 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    126,875 miles
    Test number
    441448862737
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed front passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail126,874 miles (+11,005)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,874 miles
    Test number
    911352347119
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed front passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass115,869 miles (+10,959)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,869 miles
    Test number
    435330063146
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass104,910 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    452919139287
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail104,906 miles (+9,834)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,906 miles
    Test number
    230138487440
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing x2 (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass95,072 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,072 miles
    Test number
    902406099009
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail95,072 miles (+9,880)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,072 miles
    Test number
    334923805014
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass85,192 miles (+3,043)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,192 miles
    Test number
    730882406888
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass82,149 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,149 miles
    Test number
    412149124950
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  15. Fail82,149 miles (+15,195)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,149 miles
    Test number
    304854025076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  16. Pass66,954 miles (+13,911)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,954 miles
    Test number
    659723378817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,043 miles
    Test number
    278531473800
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SEAL IS LEAKING AND NEEDS REPLACING.

  18. Fail53,043 miles (+4,228)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,043 miles
    Test number
    789545075389
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SEAL IS LEAKING AND NEEDS REPLACING.

  19. Pass48,815 miles (+4,184)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,815 miles
    Test number
    922099100095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,631 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    546009414243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,720 miles (+2,483)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,720 miles
    Test number
    195440423255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,237 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,237 miles
    Test number
    599846832280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,223 miles
    Test number
    618067911209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 UUW

Does LP08 UUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UUW is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UUW?
The MOT on LP08 UUW is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UUW done?
LP08 UUW was recorded at 166,277 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 9,021 miles a year.
Has LP08 UUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UUW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 UUW 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 LP08 UUW find?
LP08 UUW passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts, and 6 more.

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