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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 2,401 cc

LS61 XNTMOT history

LS61 XNT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 62,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LS61 XNT blue 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 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
62,497 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 XNT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 XNT was last recorded at 62,497 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,497 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,497 miles
  • 2025 – 62,023 miles
  • 2024 – 61,224 miles
  • 2023 – 60,850 miles
  • 2022 – 60,254 miles
  • 2021 – 59,642 miles
  • 2020 – 58,821 miles
  • 2019 – 58,141 miles
  • 2018 – 57,325 miles
  • 2017 – 56,501 miles
  • 2016 – 52,442 miles
  • 2015 – 44,102 miles
  • 2014 – 33,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,497 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front power steering pipes very rusted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front hub seal leaking oil.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    62,497 miles
    Test number
    780706528069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail62,497 miles (+474)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,497 miles
    Test number
    929615124009
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass62,023 miles (+799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,023 miles
    Test number
    143359602199
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass61,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    61,224 miles
    Test number
    229027412452
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail61,224 miles (+374)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,224 miles
    Test number
    246241659070
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,850 miles (+596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    929412418619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass60,254 miles (+612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,254 miles
    Test number
    263174229961
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,642 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,642 miles
    Test number
    385866249122
    • AdvisoryFront power steering pipes very rusted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail59,641 miles (+820)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,641 miles
    Test number
    823917111977
    • MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both adjusted on test. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront power steering pipes very rusted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger door hinges seizing.

  10. Pass58,821 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    166505871294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,141 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,141 miles
    Test number
    191120550921
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions high!

  12. Fail58,141 miles (+816)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,141 miles
    Test number
    859758686613
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions high!

  13. Pass57,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,325 miles
    Test number
    656113834245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,325 miles (+824)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,325 miles
    Test number
    537779848385
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  15. Pass56,501 miles (+4,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,501 miles
    Test number
    140082500059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,442 miles
    Test number
    806296469118
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower shock absorber bushes

  17. Fail52,442 miles (+8,340)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,442 miles
    Test number
    116530311847
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower shock absorber bushes

  18. Pass44,102 miles (+10,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    44,102 miles
    Test number
    912567234892
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear axle pinion seal
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber lower bushes worn

  19. Pass33,267 miles (+476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    33,267 miles
    Test number
    626059554277
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn close to limits

  20. Fail32,791 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,791 miles
    Test number
    348144144227
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS61 XNT

Does LS61 XNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 XNT is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 XNT?
The MOT on LS61 XNT is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 XNT done?
LS61 XNT was recorded at 62,497 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,486 miles a year.
Has LS61 XNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 XNT has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 XNT 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 LS61 XNT find?
LS61 XNT passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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