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Land Rover 88

Blue and Cream · Petrol · 1959 · 2,200 cc

LSL 856MOT history

LSL 856 is a blue and cream petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 17 Jun 1959. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 65,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
65,274 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LSL 856
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
88
Colour
Blue and Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1959
First used
17 Jun 1959
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LSL 856 was last recorded at 65,274 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,274 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,274 miles
  • 2024 – 63,884 miles
  • 2023 – 62,962 miles
  • 2022 – 61,954 miles
  • 2021 – 60,954 miles
  • 2020 – 59,990 miles
  • 2011 – 54,507 miles
  • 2010 – 54,430 miles
  • 2009 – 54,376 miles
  • 2007 – 53,668 miles
  • 2005 – 53,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,274 miles
  • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    65,274 miles
    Test number
    576233020529
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail65,274 miles (+1,390)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,274 miles
    Test number
    797809601759
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass63,884 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,884 miles
    Test number
    191345071449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail63,871 miles (+909)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,871 miles
    Test number
    293351892822
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass62,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    62,962 miles
    Test number
    569530502434
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail62,962 miles (+1,008)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,962 miles
    Test number
    926197641445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass61,954 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,954 miles
    Test number
    228577666373
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass60,954 miles (+964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,954 miles
    Test number
    607688753884
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass59,990 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    330551522066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,982 miles (+5,475)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    516346702477
    • MajorOffside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,507 miles (+77)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,507 miles
    Test number
    327840271231
    • NoteNsf and osf tyres perishing

  12. Pass54,430 miles (+3)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,430 miles
    Test number
    740015670277
    • NoteBrakes tested by tapley meter
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsf and nsf axle end weaping
    • NotePlay in steering coloum very close to excess

  13. Fail54,427 miles (+51)2 dangerous4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,427 miles
    Test number
    833561370266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrakes tested by tapley meter
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsf and nsf axle end weaping
    • NotePlay in steering coloum very close to excess

  14. Fail54,376 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,376 miles
    Test number
    390354609407
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass54,376 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,376 miles
    Test number
    531064109249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,668 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,668 miles
    Test number
    513429897114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    583605575194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LSL 856

What vehicle is registration LSL 856 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LSL 856 on a blue and cream petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 17 Jun 1959. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LSL 856 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LSL 856 is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LSL 856?
The MOT on LSL 856 is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LSL 856 done?
LSL 856 was recorded at 65,274 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 555 miles a year.
Has LSL 856 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LSL 856 has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LSL 856 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 LSL 856 find?
LSL 856 passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear lower brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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