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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LR08 MXSMOT history

LR08 MXS is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 53,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

LR08 MXS black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
53,917 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MXS was last recorded at 53,917 miles on 15 May 2026, 6,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
47,746 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,171 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,917 miles
  • 2025 – 47,746 miles
  • 2024 – 41,397 miles
  • 2023 – 37,958 miles
  • 2022 – 35,698 miles
  • 2020 – 31,271 miles
  • 2019 – 29,444 miles
  • 2018 – 25,955 miles
  • 2017 – 20,173 miles
  • 2016 – 16,958 miles
  • 2015 – 13,122 miles
  • 2014 – 11,144 miles
  • 2013 – 7,782 miles
  • 2012 – 6,196 miles
  • 2011 – 5,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,917 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

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 slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,917 miles (+6,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    53,917 miles
    Test number
    888148977628
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass47,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    47,746 miles
    Test number
    823891981519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail47,746 miles (+6,349)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,746 miles
    Test number
    377047558233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass41,397 miles (+3,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    41,397 miles
    Test number
    634891407914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass37,958 miles (+2,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    37,958 miles
    Test number
    104875696808
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass35,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    35,698 miles
    Test number
    807819466722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail35,698 miles (+4,427)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,698 miles
    Test number
    580749854370
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass31,271 miles (+1,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    31,271 miles
    Test number
    170871235244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass29,444 miles (+3,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    29,444 miles
    Test number
    269437130306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass25,955 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    25,955 miles
    Test number
    140424166387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,173 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,173 miles
    Test number
    729873250706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,958 miles
    Test number
    571039395743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail16,958 miles (+3,836)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,958 miles
    Test number
    807442650158
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass13,122 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,122 miles
    Test number
    915879565089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,144 miles (+3,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    11,144 miles
    Test number
    106665774400
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts boot area loaded

  16. Pass7,782 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    7,782 miles
    Test number
    667263573072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,196 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    6,196 miles
    Test number
    928999572091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    5,416 miles
    Test number
    775000381014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MXS

Does LR08 MXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MXS is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MXS?
The MOT on LR08 MXS is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 MXS done?
LR08 MXS was recorded at 53,917 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has LR08 MXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MXS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 MXS 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 LR08 MXS find?
LR08 MXS passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside.

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