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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,401 cc

V44 LUKMOT history

V44 LUK is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

V44 LUK red 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 15 May 2027
Mileage
113,077 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V44 LUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V44 LUK was last recorded at 113,077 miles on 11 May 2026, 5,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,787 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,290 miles
Average per year
7,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,077 miles
  • 2025 – 107,787 miles
  • 2024 – 102,848 miles
  • 2023 – 98,381 miles
  • 2022 – 94,038 miles
  • 2021 – 86,207 miles
  • 2020 – 77,194 miles
  • 2019 – 67,647 miles
  • 2018 – 58,094 miles
  • 2017 – 51,694 miles
  • 2016 – 46,020 miles
  • 2015 – 35,558 miles
  • 2014 – 24,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,077 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint worn

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/85/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear oil leak at differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,077 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,077 miles
    Test number
    966483468615
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint worn

  2. Fail113,076 miles (+5,289)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,076 miles
    Test number
    974202928199
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint worn

  3. Pass107,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    737959138712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/85/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail107,787 miles (+4,939)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    323751936625
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/85/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,848 miles (+4,467)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,848 miles
    Test number
    888725999470
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass98,381 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,381 miles
    Test number
    509544785489
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail98,370 miles (+4,332)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    667977599223
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass94,038 miles (+7,831)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,038 miles
    Test number
    564679689765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,207 miles (+9,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,207 miles
    Test number
    478174890378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass77,194 miles (+9,547)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,194 miles
    Test number
    547605850909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,647 miles (+9,553)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,647 miles
    Test number
    377998811548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,094 miles (+6,400)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    827194496662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    214258453574
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail51,694 miles (+5,674)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    265719640006
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass46,020 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,020 miles
    Test number
    130853434649
    • AdvisoryRear oil leak at differential

  16. Fail46,005 miles (+10,447)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    812299428227
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high not adjustable, headlamp fitted incorrectly (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear oil leak at differential

  17. Pass35,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,558 miles
    Test number
    148425715074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,558 miles (+11,175)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,558 miles
    Test number
    648835015071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass24,383 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    24,383 miles
    Test number
    145324614033
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHigh level brake light disconnected

  20. Fail24,383 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,383 miles
    Test number
    366564614027
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V44 LUK

Does V44 LUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V44 LUK is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V44 LUK?
The MOT on V44 LUK is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V44 LUK done?
V44 LUK was recorded at 113,077 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 7,199 miles a year.
Has V44 LUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V44 LUK has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V44 LUK 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 V44 LUK find?
V44 LUK passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; rear a frame ball joint worn.

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