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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

A12 TEWMOT history

A12 TEW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

A12 TEW green 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 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,927 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 TEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 TEW was last recorded at 120,927 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 3,618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,309 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,618 miles
Average per year
5,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,927 miles
  • 2025 – 117,309 miles
  • 2024 – 114,417 miles
  • 2023 – 109,868 miles
  • 2022 – 106,539 miles
  • 2021 – 104,958 miles
  • 2020 – 102,193 miles
  • 2019 – 100,448 miles
  • 2018 – 98,148 miles
  • 2017 – 96,486 miles
  • 2016 – 94,341 miles
  • 2015 – 82,613 miles
  • 2014 – 72,242 miles
  • 2013 – 62,678 miles
  • 2012 – 52,204 miles
  • 2011 – 44,634 miles
  • 2009 – 32,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,927 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front from flexi to caliper

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,927 miles
    Test number
    196859703860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail120,927 miles (+3,618)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,927 miles
    Test number
    815895530398
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Control arm fixing not secured. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass117,309 miles (+2,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,309 miles
    Test number
    190727789125
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential has a slight leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive several minor leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,417 miles (+142)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    209376147331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay/wear in transmission

  5. Fail114,275 miles (+4,407)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,275 miles
    Test number
    287020085156
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pad catching on disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay/wear in transmission

  6. Pass109,868 miles (+3,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,868 miles
    Test number
    335129006010
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various places, engine, transfer box and rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion to chassis and suspension, not holed.

  7. Pass106,539 miles (+1,581)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,539 miles
    Test number
    336079872821
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sytem corroded

  8. Pass104,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,958 miles
    Test number
    584303360961
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail104,958 miles (+2,765)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,958 miles
    Test number
    976109063412
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass102,193 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,193 miles
    Test number
    371703009095
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  11. Fail102,116 miles (+1,668)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,116 miles
    Test number
    954949428329
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  12. Pass100,448 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,448 miles
    Test number
    747940499917
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  13. Fail100,431 miles (+2,283)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    340307981854
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass98,148 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    451840921572
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail98,147 miles (+1,661)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,147 miles
    Test number
    799862452194
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering dampener bush worn

  16. Pass96,486 miles (+2,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,486 miles
    Test number
    527705626709
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  17. Pass94,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,341 miles
    Test number
    427788071587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,341 miles (+71)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,341 miles
    Test number
    618020334609
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  19. Fail94,270 miles (+11,657)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    524088950805
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play lower bearing (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass82,613 miles (+10,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,613 miles
    Test number
    805991565013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,242 miles (+9,564)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,242 miles
    Test number
    305660754033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,678 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    346073853078
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass62,678 miles (+10,474)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    837213353056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,204 miles (+7,570)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,204 miles
    Test number
    196491142421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    406166601008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail44,634 miles (+12,076)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    909766101045
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass32,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,558 miles
    Test number
    144975819356
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about A12 TEW

Does A12 TEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 TEW is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 TEW?
The MOT on A12 TEW is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 TEW done?
A12 TEW was recorded at 120,927 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 5,245 miles a year.
Has A12 TEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 TEW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 TEW 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 A12 TEW find?
A12 TEW passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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