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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

N52 XLSMOT history

N52 XLS is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Jan 1996. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 190,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

N52 XLS white 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 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
190,521 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N52 XLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
8 Jan 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N52 XLS was last recorded at 190,521 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 7,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,163 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,358 miles
Average per year
3,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,521 miles
  • 2025 – 183,163 miles
  • 2024 – 178,775 miles
  • 2023 – 178,602 miles
  • 2021 – 177,034 miles
  • 2020 – 175,427 miles
  • 2018 – 174,622 miles
  • 2013 – 173,226 miles
  • 2012 – 169,945 miles
  • 2011 – 163,728 miles
  • 2010 – 161,510 miles
  • 2009 – 153,066 miles
  • 2008 – 138,069 miles
  • 2007 – 125,898 miles
  • 2006 – 117,748 miles
  • 2005 – 109,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,521 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, 2021–2024

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,521 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    190,521 miles
    Test number
    778242674670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass183,163 miles (+4,388)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    183,163 miles
    Test number
    217732568740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass178,775 miles (+173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    178,775 miles
    Test number
    909352428051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass178,602 miles (+1,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    178,602 miles
    Test number
    762773328593
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass177,034 miles (+1,607)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,034 miles
    Test number
    147501804190
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass175,427 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    175,427 miles
    Test number
    795437994142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass174,622 miles (+1,396)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    174,622 miles
    Test number
    840457137270
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass173,226 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    173,226 miles
    Test number
    157024823224
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing has slight play

  9. Fail173,226 miles (+3,281)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,226 miles
    Test number
    477794613240
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing has slight play

  10. Pass169,945 miles (+6,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    169,945 miles
    Test number
    775089142106
    • NoteOffside front, nearside front, and nearside rear wheel bearings all have slight play

  11. Pass163,728 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    163,728 miles
    Test number
    285143911248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail163,726 miles (+2,216)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,726 miles
    Test number
    359463711227
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass161,510 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    161,510 miles
    Test number
    624944640209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass153,066 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    153,066 miles
    Test number
    564873149212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail152,966 miles (+14,897)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,966 miles
    Test number
    181209439221
    • DangerousOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass138,069 miles (+12,171)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    300389338430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail125,898 miles3 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    540075767162
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake calipers brake pad retaining pin holes worn

  18. Pass125,898 miles (+8,150)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    540955667191
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake calipers brake pad retaining pin holes worn

  19. Pass117,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    117,748 miles
    Test number
    101614866162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail117,748 miles (+8,546)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,748 miles
    Test number
    811298356179
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass109,202 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2006
    Odometer
    109,202 miles
    Test number
    694085645153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail108,711 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,711 miles
    Test number
    272246725423
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Questions about N52 XLS

Does N52 XLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N52 XLS is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on N52 XLS?
The MOT on N52 XLS is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N52 XLS done?
N52 XLS was recorded at 190,521 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 3,925 miles a year.
Has N52 XLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N52 XLS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on N52 XLS 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 N52 XLS find?
N52 XLS passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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