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Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LR08 TAYMOT history

LR08 TAY is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LR08 TAY green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,179 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 TAY
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
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 TAY was last recorded at 173,179 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 7,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,057 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,122 miles
Average per year
8,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,179 miles
  • 2025 – 166,057 miles
  • 2024 – 158,347 miles
  • 2023 – 150,846 miles
  • 2022 – 143,147 miles
  • 2021 – 134,938 miles
  • 2020 – 126,998 miles
  • 2019 – 117,889 miles
  • 2018 – 110,108 miles
  • 2017 – 103,297 miles
  • 2015 – 92,440 miles
  • 2014 – 86,040 miles
  • 2013 – 78,053 miles
  • 2012 – 67,860 miles
  • 2011 – 53,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,179 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front both front brake back plates missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,179 miles (+7,122)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,179 miles
    Test number
    143949336365
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass166,057 miles (+25)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    166,057 miles
    Test number
    777745423978
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront axle suspension mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive x 3 or 4 different leaks (8.4.1 (a) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange badly corroded and slight blow
    • AdvisoryCab floor corroded badly
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to front and rear of chassis around all suspension mounts

  3. Fail166,032 miles (+7,685)3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,032 miles
    Test number
    634108550240
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to being to high (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront axle suspension mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive x 3 or 4 different leaks (8.4.1 (a) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange badly corroded and slight blow
    • AdvisoryCab floor corroded badly
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to front and rear of chassis around all suspension mounts

  4. Pass158,347 miles (+7,501)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,347 miles
    Test number
    372412194685
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake back plates/dust covers missing

  5. Fail150,846 miles1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,846 miles
    Test number
    133512451968
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLift in steering drop arm ball joint

  6. Fail150,846 miles (+7,699)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,846 miles
    Test number
    174247077078
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both front brake back plates missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLift in steering drop arm ball joint

  7. Pass143,147 miles (+8,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,147 miles
    Test number
    363053040226
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear ,front section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,938 miles (+31)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,938 miles
    Test number
    365625593349
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail134,907 miles (+330)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,907 miles
    Test number
    701122421431
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail134,577 miles (+7,579)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,577 miles
    Test number
    706162708566
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  11. Pass126,998 miles (+9,109)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,998 miles
    Test number
    657666281906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,889 miles (+7,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,889 miles
    Test number
    474192960648
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush

  13. Pass110,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,108 miles
    Test number
    249669208615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail110,108 miles (+6,811)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,108 miles
    Test number
    314647853120
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass103,297 miles (+10,857)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,297 miles
    Test number
    908702708252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,440 miles (+3,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,440 miles
    Test number
    141255205638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass89,022 miles (+2,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    89,022 miles
    Test number
    359632415062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass86,040 miles (+7,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,040 miles
    Test number
    578569344184
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass78,053 miles (+10,193)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,053 miles
    Test number
    498661253187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch plate spring noise/loose
    • NoteNearside mirror arm slightly loose

  20. Pass67,860 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,860 miles
    Test number
    288103552121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,792 miles (+14,479)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,792 miles
    Test number
    247612952466
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass53,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,313 miles
    Test number
    226491151432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 TAY

Does LR08 TAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 TAY is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 TAY?
The MOT on LR08 TAY is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 TAY done?
LR08 TAY was recorded at 173,179 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 8,108 miles a year.
Has LR08 TAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 TAY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 TAY 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 TAY find?
LR08 TAY passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, and 2 more.

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