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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2012 · 2,395 cc

LR12 RADMOT history

LR12 RAD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 65,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LR12 RAD 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 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
65,076 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 RAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 RAD was last recorded at 65,076 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 May 2023: 63,053 miles, lower than 81,362 miles on 9 May 2022.

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
64,627 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
449 miles
Average per year
2,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,076 miles
  • 2025 – 64,627 miles
  • 2024 – 63,577 miles
  • 2023 – 63,053 miles
  • 2022 – 81,362 miles
  • 2021 – 81,286 miles
  • 2019 – 80,543 miles
  • 2018 – 77,097 miles
  • 2017 – 67,896 miles
  • 2015 – 40,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,076 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub seal leaking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,076 miles (+449)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    65,076 miles
    Test number
    508672991553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass64,627 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    522424908284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail64,621 miles (+1,044)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    805512063200
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass63,577 miles (+10)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    844487884245
    • MinorCentral Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  5. Fail63,567 miles (+514)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,567 miles
    Test number
    682902952748
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated & play (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion

  6. Pass63,053 miles (-18,309)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    63,053 miles
    Test number
    494502005254
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis surface corrosion

  7. Pass81,362 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,362 miles
    Test number
    545386612499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,286 miles (+743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    434824547283
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass80,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,543 miles
    Test number
    506781552551
    • 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 Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Fail80,543 miles (+3,446)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,543 miles
    Test number
    616775169871
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass77,097 miles (+9,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,097 miles
    Test number
    496332382680
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Caliper pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass67,896 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,896 miles
    Test number
    449649855125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,849 miles (+27,333)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    813948765726
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail40,516 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,516 miles
    Test number
    155061075086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO N/S FRONT WING AND BUMPER

  15. Pass40,516 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,516 miles
    Test number
    827031275038
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO N/S FRONT WING AND BUMPER

Questions about LR12 RAD

Does LR12 RAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 RAD is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 RAD?
The MOT on LR12 RAD is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 RAD done?
LR12 RAD was recorded at 65,076 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 2,228 miles a year.
Has LR12 RAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 RAD has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR12 RAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR12 RAD find?
LR12 RAD passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front hub seal leaking; nearside rear hub seal leaking; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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