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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

G16 THMMOT history

G16 THM is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 168,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2025.

G16 THM black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2026
Mileage
168,705 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G16 THM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2026
Latest MOT test
16 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

G16 THM was last recorded at 168,705 miles on 16 May 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,693 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,705 miles
  • 2024 – 168,693 miles
  • 2023 – 168,590 miles
  • 2022 – 168,327 miles
  • 2021 – 168,054 miles
  • 2019 – 160,598 miles
  • 2018 – 154,932 miles
  • 2017 – 149,205 miles
  • 2016 – 146,235 miles
  • 2015 – 143,556 miles
  • 2014 – 140,309 miles
  • 2013 – 131,958 miles
  • 2012 – 127,910 miles
  • 2011 – 123,858 miles
  • 2010 – 119,076 miles
  • 2009 – 114,075 miles
  • 2008 – 107,722 miles
  • 2007 – 100,183 miles
  • 2006 – 88,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,705 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,705 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,705 miles
    Test number
    771677321757
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass168,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    168,693 miles
    Test number
    348003012605
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail168,693 miles (+103)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,693 miles
    Test number
    443519385897
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass168,590 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    168,590 miles
    Test number
    762636136413
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail168,590 miles (+263)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,590 miles
    Test number
    186957346128
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testSeat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass168,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    168,327 miles
    Test number
    787831901512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,327 miles (+273)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,327 miles
    Test number
    792170345998
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,054 miles (+7,456)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    168,054 miles
    Test number
    965934461061
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass160,598 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,598 miles
    Test number
    273135560608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass154,932 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    154,932 miles
    Test number
    687707691443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail154,932 miles (+5,727)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,932 miles
    Test number
    297603795697
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link 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 Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass149,205 miles (+2,970)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    149,205 miles
    Test number
    651718546775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,235 miles
    Test number
    950149192051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel nut on wrong way
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail146,234 miles (+2,678)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,234 miles
    Test number
    735184404512
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel nut on wrong way
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass143,556 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    143,556 miles
    Test number
    508707685152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor joint leaking oil

  16. Fail143,556 miles (+3,247)5 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,556 miles
    Test number
    398251185167
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor joint leaking oil
    • NoteN/s/f wheel nut on wrong way round

  17. Pass140,309 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    140,309 miles
    Test number
    225338274167
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing and nail in tread
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play nearside front wheel bearing

  18. Fail140,309 miles (+8,351)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,309 miles
    Test number
    928304274140
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Note'Knock' from rear axle area - no fault found but suggest attention
    • NoteExhaust conversion warning system indicating fault
    • NoteNearside seatbelt catch and casing damaged - operation not affected
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing and nail in tread
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play nearside front wheel bearing

  19. Pass131,958 miles (+4,048)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,958 miles
    Test number
    225324853453
    • NoteFoglamp lense damaged
    • NoteNearside and offside track rod end gaiters perished
    • NoteNearside outer seatbelt catch casing missing - operation not affected
    • NoteOffside interior door panel loose - suggest attention
    • NotePlay in nearside front wheel bearing
    • NotePlay in nearside rear suspension arm bush/mounting bolt - suggest attention
    • NoteSteering bar appears slight bent
    • NoteUnable to see brake pads clearly due to wheel design
    • NoteWipers slight smearing

  20. Pass127,910 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    127,910 miles
    Test number
    408483572193
    • NoteNearside seatbelt webbing damaged
    • NoteWipers slight deteriorated

  21. Fail127,910 miles (+4,052)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,910 miles
    Test number
    977462972160
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside seatbelt ccatch casing missing - operation not affected
    • NoteNearside seatbelt webbing damaged
    • NoteWipers possibly deteriorated

  22. Pass123,858 miles (+4,782)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    123,858 miles
    Test number
    299163771164
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in nearside front wheel bearing
    • NotePlay in steering
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  23. Pass119,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    119,076 miles
    Test number
    860533670169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,076 miles (+5,001)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,076 miles
    Test number
    170455760155
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
    • NoteUnable to see brake pads due to wheel design

  25. Pass114,075 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    114,075 miles
    Test number
    210070489436
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePossible steering arm damaged

  26. Fail114,075 miles (+6,353)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,075 miles
    Test number
    681500189167
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePossible steering arm damaged

  27. Pass107,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    107,722 miles
    Test number
    262074088108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail107,722 miles (+7,539)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,722 miles
    Test number
    511404888164
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass100,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    100,183 miles
    Test number
    331082477139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail100,183 miles (+11,184)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,183 miles
    Test number
    711262777114
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass88,999 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    88,999 miles
    Test number
    241402276448
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in offside front stabilizer bar bush - suggest replace

Questions about G16 THM

Does G16 THM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G16 THM expired on 15 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G16 THM?
The MOT on G16 THM expired on 15 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G16 THM done?
G16 THM was recorded at 168,705 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2025, an average of 4,217 miles a year.
Has G16 THM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G16 THM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on G16 THM 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 G16 THM find?
G16 THM passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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