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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2012 · 2,401 cc

LS12 HFAMOT history

LS12 HFA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 121,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LS12 HFA 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 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
121,033 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 HFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 HFA was last recorded at 121,033 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 5,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,159 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,874 miles
Average per year
8,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,033 miles
  • 2025 – 115,159 miles
  • 2024 – 107,133 miles
  • 2023 – 101,292 miles
  • 2022 – 96,252 miles
  • 2021 – 90,790 miles
  • 2020 – 82,892 miles
  • 2019 – 66,265 miles
  • 2018 – 57,317 miles
  • 2017 – 39,756 miles
  • 2016 – 34,281 miles
  • 2015 – 28,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,033 miles
  • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle mounting rotten (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear seat base to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel joint weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front have play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Hub/swivel leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,033 miles (+5,874)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    121,033 miles
    Test number
    129342133644
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle mounting rotten (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear seat base to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel joint weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass115,159 miles (+8,026)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,159 miles
    Test number
    326890836470
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body crossmember to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat base to chassis mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass107,133 miles (+5,841)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,133 miles
    Test number
    156174475040
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel weeping grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle covered in mud
  4. Pass101,292 miles (+171)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,292 miles
    Test number
    784739971281
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front have play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub/swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail101,121 miles (+4,869)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,121 miles
    Test number
    266630936344
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment As marked (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front have play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub/swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass96,252 miles (+5,462)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    829356996236
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper and lower have play/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Light misting of oil (Transmission) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass90,790 miles (+7,898)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    695295174349
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several chips in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play upper and lower joints on intermediate link (2.2.2 (c))
  8. Pass82,892 miles (+16,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,892 miles
    Test number
    962618165181
    • AdvisoryTransmision bay misting in oil .
  9. Pass66,265 miles (+8,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    66,265 miles
    Test number
    604697385653
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen outside of drivers view
    • AdvisoryFront n/s hub swivel misting in oil
  10. Pass57,317 miles (+17,561)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    915650011996
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass39,756 miles (+5,475)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,756 miles
    Test number
    793625004576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,281 miles (+5,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,281 miles
    Test number
    599040940426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    209398665046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 HFA

Does LS12 HFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 HFA is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 HFA?
The MOT on LS12 HFA is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 HFA done?
LS12 HFA was recorded at 121,033 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 8,104 miles a year.
Has LS12 HFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 HFA has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 HFA 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 LS12 HFA find?
LS12 HFA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle a frame ball joint; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust mounting defective middle mounting rotten, and 7 more.

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