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GBL352JRM

LAND ROVER DEFENDER

1993 · GREY · DIESEL · 155,537 mi

● Taxed · due 2027-09-01● MOT Valid · exp 2027-10-08● ULEZ Non-Compliant

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MOT History — 39 tests · 21 passed · 18 failed

PASS28 September 2026
155,537 mi
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • ADVISORYPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
FAIL28 September 2026
155,537 mi
PASS24 September 2025
153,952 mi
  • ADVISORYFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear U/J (6.1.7 (c) (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))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • ADVISORYPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
FAIL23 September 2025
153,952 mi
  • ADVISORYFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear U/J (6.1.7 (c) (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))
  • DANGEROUSRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Retaining springs/plates missing (1.1.13 (c))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • ADVISORYPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm mount on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MINORNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
PASS9 October 2024
153,179 mi
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • ADVISORYPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
FAIL29 August 2024
153,120 mi
  • ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Turbo/downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • MAJORNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis/crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis/crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MAJORBrake lining(s) contaminated Park brake on transfer box (1.1.13 (b))
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead/footwell (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • ADVISORYPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • MAJORLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play @ steering box, rust coming out of joint (2.2.2 (c))
  • MAJOROffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis next to panhard rod mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis behind gearbox crossmember next to radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis behind gearbox crossmember next to radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shocker turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shocker turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine, various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
PASS23 August 2023
151,274 mi
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Steering box end (2.2.2 (c))
FAIL23 August 2023
151,272 mi
  • PRSNearside Front Body component likely to become detached Mudflap (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows red light to the front (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Steering box end (2.2.2 (c))
  • MAJOROffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MAJOROffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis next to radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJORParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • PRSOffside Front Body component likely to become detached Mudflap (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
PASS24 August 2022
148,946 mi
  • ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Turbo/downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • ADVISORYOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger/fuel tank mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FAIL23 August 2022
148,944 mi
  • ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Turbo/downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead/footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • ADVISORYOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger/fuel tank mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis around radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJORParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
PASS3 September 2021
146,735 mi
  • ADVISORYVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FAIL20 August 2021
146,732 mi
  • MAJORService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • DANGEROUSFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DANGEROUSOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MAJORNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body outrigger on chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis around spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis around spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • MAJOROffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • MAJOROffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • DANGEROUSOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DANGEROUSOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • ADVISORYNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MAJORParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • ADVISORYVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MAJORWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • ADVISORYOil leak, but not excessive various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
PASS3 August 2020
144,453 mi
FAIL30 July 2020
144,445 mi
  • MAJOROffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MAJOROffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
PASS9 August 2019
142,645 mi
FAIL8 August 2019
142,645 mi
  • MAJOROffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJOROffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • ADVISORYFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MAJORNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MAJORSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
PASS7 August 2018
140,847 mi
FAIL2 August 2018
140,847 mi
  • MAJORNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  • MAJOROffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  • MAJORWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MAJORNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • DANGEROUSNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DANGEROUSOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • ADVISORYNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • ADVISORYOffside Front drop/arm/boot/slight/split
PASS8 August 2017
137,159 mi
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  • ADVISORYNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  • ADVISORYOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
FAIL7 August 2017
137,159 mi
  • FAILNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  • FAILOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  • FAILOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering/drop/arm (2.2.C.1c)
  • FAILOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings spring/maunting (6.1.B.2)
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  • ADVISORYNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  • ADVISORYOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
PASS3 August 2016
135,217 mi
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)
FAIL3 August 2016
135,217 mi
  • FAILNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
  • FAILHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)
  • FAILNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
PASS17 July 2015
132,479 mi
FAIL7 July 2015
132,479 mi
  • FAILOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILOffside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
PASS2 July 2014
130,850 mi
FAIL30 June 2014
130,850 mi
  • FAILBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  • FAILBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  • FAILNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  • FAILOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  • FAILNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • FAILOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
PASS27 June 2013
128,996 mi
FAIL26 June 2013
128,996 mi
  • FAILOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  • FAILNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  • FAILNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  • FAILOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  • FAILOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
  • FAILFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
  • FAILOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
  • FAILOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
  • USER ENTEREDo/s/r/ tyre cracking
PASS28 June 2012
127,784 mi
  • USER ENTEREDfront bumper corrosion
  • USER ENTEREDn/s/r o/s/r tyres cracking
FAIL26 June 2012
127,784 mi
  • FAILOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  • FAILOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  • FAILNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
  • FAILOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
  • USER ENTEREDfront bumper corrosion
  • USER ENTEREDn/s/r o/s/r tyres cracking
PASS27 June 2011
127,002 mi
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  • ADVISORYPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
FAIL24 June 2011
127,002 mi
  • FAILNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  • FAILNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
  • FAILNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • FAILNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  • ADVISORYPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
  • ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  • ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
PASS22 June 2010
125,876 mi
FAIL17 June 2010
125,876 mi
  • FAILSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
FAIL16 June 2009
124,013 mi
  • PRSNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
PASS16 June 2009
124,013 mi
PASS20 June 2008
117,660 mi
PASS21 June 2007
108,959 mi
PASS23 June 2006
98,159 mi

Vehicle Details Official

Make
LAND ROVER
Model
DEFENDER
Colour
GREY
Fuel type
DIESEL
Engine
2,495 cc
Year
1993
First registered
1993-08
Tax due
2027-09-01
MOT expiry
2027-10-08
Recorded mileage
155,537 mi

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