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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

V5 LLAMOT history

V5 LLA is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 102,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V5 LLA grey 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 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,248 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 LLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 LLA was last recorded at 102,248 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,240 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,248 miles
  • 2025 – 101,052 miles
  • 2024 – 98,394 miles
  • 2023 – 95,813 miles
  • 2022 – 94,609 miles
  • 2020 – 92,976 miles
  • 2019 – 91,191 miles
  • 2018 – 89,318 miles
  • 2017 – 84,568 miles
  • 2016 – 80,783 miles
  • 2015 – 78,554 miles
  • 2014 – 72,522 miles
  • 2013 – 66,748 miles
  • 2012 – 60,414 miles
  • 2011 – 55,416 miles
  • 2010 – 48,991 miles
  • 2009 – 43,533 miles
  • 2008 – 38,323 miles
  • 2007 – 30,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,248 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,248 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    492450273701
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail102,240 miles (+1,188)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,240 miles
    Test number
    431907942203
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass101,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,052 miles
    Test number
    824623148862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail101,052 miles (+2,658)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,052 miles
    Test number
    392647012589
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass98,394 miles (+2,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    800406290267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass95,813 miles (+1,204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,813 miles
    Test number
    136454825068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bridge pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass94,609 miles (+1,633)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,609 miles
    Test number
    194591446179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass92,976 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,976 miles
    Test number
    676810641654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Fail92,966 miles (+1,775)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,966 miles
    Test number
    249179215325
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pressure regulator (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play below steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass91,191 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,191 miles
    Test number
    562360784322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Fail91,182 miles (+1,864)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,182 miles
    Test number
    731870827067
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass89,318 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    616090829414
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail89,309 miles (+4,741)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,309 miles
    Test number
    983964348262
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass84,568 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    528837985803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,783 miles
    Test number
    510274462630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,783 miles (+2,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,783 miles
    Test number
    538431272823
    • Repaired at testUpper Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering knuckle (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass78,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,554 miles
    Test number
    795541695061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,554 miles (+6,032)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,554 miles
    Test number
    997011995006
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testUpper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

  19. Pass72,522 miles (+5,774)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,522 miles
    Test number
    827608494066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,748 miles (+6,334)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    537880183092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,414 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,414 miles
    Test number
    596929082060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,416 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,416 miles
    Test number
    238988091091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,991 miles (+5,458)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,991 miles
    Test number
    901769290027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,533 miles
    Test number
    180089799449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,533 miles (+5,210)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,533 miles
    Test number
    693259799018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass38,323 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,323 miles
    Test number
    624850908172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,193 miles
    Test number
    183714677495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 LLA

Does V5 LLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 LLA is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 LLA?
The MOT on V5 LLA is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 LLA done?
V5 LLA was recorded at 102,248 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,815 miles a year.
Has V5 LLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 LLA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 LLA 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 V5 LLA find?
V5 LLA passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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