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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1990 · 2,495 cc

G618 TTTMOT history

G618 TTT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 1990. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

G618 TTT blue 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,562 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G618 TTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Jan 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G618 TTT was last recorded at 147,562 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,562 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,562 miles
  • 2022 – 147,358 miles
  • 2021 – 144,083 miles
  • 2020 – 134,930 miles
  • 2019 – 127,346 miles
  • 2017 – 127,050 miles
  • 2016 – 126,246 miles
  • 2015 – 125,498 miles
  • 2014 – 123,926 miles
  • 2013 – 121,382 miles
  • 2012 – 118,452 miles
  • 2011 – 114,866 miles
  • 2010 – 109,804 miles
  • 2009 – 102,442 miles
  • 2008 – 100,444 miles
  • 2007 – 97,419 miles
  • 2006 – 94,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,562 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryN/S/F driveshaft seal leakingRecorded 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.

  • Reverse light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,562 miles
    Test number
    407537279172
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/F driveshaft seal leaking

  2. Fail147,562 miles (+204)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,562 miles
    Test number
    223613119172
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/F driveshaft seal leaking

  3. Pass147,358 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    147,358 miles
    Test number
    114773059995
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  4. Fail147,358 miles (+3,275)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,358 miles
    Test number
    375960083054
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  5. Pass144,083 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,083 miles
    Test number
    686710370712
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,082 miles (+9,152)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,082 miles
    Test number
    549225043262
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass134,930 miles (+29)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,930 miles
    Test number
    423737859161
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Handbrake travel becoming excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f hub seal leak
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  8. Fail134,901 miles (+7,555)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,901 miles
    Test number
    745056956982
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f hub seal leak
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  9. Pass127,346 miles (+296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,346 miles
    Test number
    614558072952
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass127,050 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    127,050 miles
    Test number
    861408822232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,246 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,246 miles
    Test number
    268744133066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,498 miles (+1,572)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,498 miles
    Test number
    999636125208
    • NoteWooden floor fitted at rear

  13. Pass123,926 miles (+2,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    123,926 miles
    Test number
    369644824484
    • NoteWooden floor fitted at rear

  14. Pass121,382 miles (+2,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    121,382 miles
    Test number
    206709813259
    • NoteWooden floor fitted at rear

  15. Pass118,452 miles (+3,586)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    118,452 miles
    Test number
    385441122239
    • NoteWooden floor fitted at rear

  16. Pass114,866 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    114,866 miles
    Test number
    806554791142
    • NoteWooden floor fitted

  17. Fail114,866 miles (+5,062)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,866 miles
    Test number
    908654191133
    • FailureTowbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteWooden floor fitted

  18. Pass109,804 miles (+7,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    109,804 miles
    Test number
    144478510228
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint slight play

  19. Pass102,442 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    102,442 miles
    Test number
    611148019267
    • NoteBoth rear spring hangers rusted.
    • NoteChassis surface rust presnt.

  20. Fail102,442 miles (+1,998)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,442 miles
    Test number
    504908119274
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear spring hangers rusted.
    • NoteChassis surface rust presnt.

  21. Pass100,444 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    100,444 miles
    Test number
    690100828271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,419 miles
    Test number
    730132927219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail97,419 miles (+2,931)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,419 miles
    Test number
    760180027221
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs have rusty spots covering ther braking face
    • NoteBoth front road srings are very rusty
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber bodies are rusty
    • NoteMost of the chassis is very corroded getting worse towards the rear of ther vehicle

  24. Pass94,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    94,488 miles
    Test number
    710461426216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail94,488 miles3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,488 miles
    Test number
    573581126257
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leaking from engine
    • NoteRear chassis areas corroded
    • NoteOil leaking from rear diff
    • NoteRear flexi hose contaminated with oil

Questions about G618 TTT

Does G618 TTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G618 TTT is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G618 TTT?
The MOT on G618 TTT is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G618 TTT done?
G618 TTT was recorded at 147,562 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,696 miles a year.
Has G618 TTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G618 TTT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on G618 TTT 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 G618 TTT find?
G618 TTT passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark; front brake discs corroded; n/s/f driveshaft seal leaking.

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