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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

N31 LEVMOT history

N31 LEV is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 108,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2023.

N31 LEV blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2023
Mileage
108,660 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2023
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

N31 LEV was last recorded at 108,660 miles on 12 Dec 2023, 6,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,122 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,538 miles
Average per year
4,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,660 miles
  • 2022 – 102,122 miles
  • 2021 – 94,997 miles
  • 2020 – 92,751 miles
  • 2019 – 90,055 miles
  • 2018 – 81,080 miles
  • 2016 – 78,619 miles
  • 2015 – 74,824 miles
  • 2014 – 69,557 miles
  • 2013 – 68,333 miles
  • 2012 – 60,664 miles
  • 2011 – 55,436 miles
  • 2010 – 49,271 miles
  • 2009 – 41,691 miles
  • 2008 – 36,329 miles
  • 2007 – 31,948 miles
  • 2006 – 29,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,660 miles
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Oil leaking excessively from transmission Hub area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Axle stay bar mounting area on chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

What MOT failures 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 (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,660 miles (+6,538)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    153265015033
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Oil leaking excessively from transmission Hub area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Axle stay bar mounting area on chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass102,122 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,122 miles
    Test number
    384846501935
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play FRONT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play REAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively SLIGHT OIL CONTAMINATION (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail102,122 miles (+7,125)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,122 miles
    Test number
    707891671231
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play FRONT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play REAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively SLIGHT OIL CONTAMINATION (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,997 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,997 miles
    Test number
    207234945109
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing

  5. Fail94,937 miles (+2,186)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,937 miles
    Test number
    740065752004
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing

  6. Pass92,751 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,751 miles
    Test number
    532091721596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,750 miles (+2,695)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,750 miles
    Test number
    165198611277
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,055 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    901281623105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,080 miles
    Test number
    864548085598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  10. Fail81,079 miles (+2,460)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,079 miles
    Test number
    783588046115
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis next to tie bar mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  11. Pass78,619 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    629900909378
    • Advisory235 / 85 / 16 tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis ànd cross members (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Engine bay chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers switch worn

  12. Fail78,614 miles (+87)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    464322495825
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped Front to rear and rear axle (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis by axle (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings By axle (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outriggers / body mounts (6.1.B.2)
    • Advisory235 / 85 / 16 tyres fitted
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion All chassis ànd cross members (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Engine bay chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers switch worn

  13. Fail78,527 miles (+3,703)13 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,527 miles
    Test number
    456846848731
    • FailureAdditional braking device leaking oil transmission brake (3.6.I.6)
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings suspension bump stop area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking reservoir hose (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front spherical sphere has a slight misting of oil

  14. Pass74,824 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,824 miles
    Test number
    616747076482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail74,754 miles (+5,197)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,754 miles
    Test number
    298776850123
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass69,557 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,557 miles
    Test number
    315624694428
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail69,557 miles (+1,224)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,557 miles
    Test number
    285408184295
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass68,333 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    179316273238
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail68,333 miles (+7,669)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    886946773217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail60,664 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,664 miles
    Test number
    459245952265
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass60,664 miles (+5,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,664 miles
    Test number
    989425652282
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass55,436 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    357134761276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to chassis
    • NoteOffside front hub seal leaking

  23. Fail55,436 miles (+6,165)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    239128751257
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to chassis
    • NoteOffside front hub seal leaking

  24. Pass49,271 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,271 miles
    Test number
    441757950288
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  25. Fail49,218 miles (+7,527)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,218 miles
    Test number
    932342550245
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass41,691 miles (+5,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,691 miles
    Test number
    511858049245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass36,329 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,329 miles
    Test number
    124352058273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail36,262 miles (+4,314)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,262 miles
    Test number
    324938148451
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass31,948 miles (+2,515)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,948 miles
    Test number
    704298247270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,433 miles
    Test number
    782163236280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N31 LEV

Does N31 LEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N31 LEV expired on 11 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N31 LEV?
The MOT on N31 LEV expired on 11 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N31 LEV done?
N31 LEV was recorded at 108,660 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2023, an average of 4,577 miles a year.
Has N31 LEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LEV has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on N31 LEV 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 N31 LEV find?
N31 LEV failed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2023 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements; horn not working; nearside rear brake disc contaminated, and 6 more.

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