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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

M258 TSBMOT history

M258 TSB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 38 MOT tests, with 243,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

M258 TSB 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 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
243,581 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
38
20 passed · 18 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M258 TSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
29 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M258 TSB was last recorded at 243,581 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,581 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 243,581 miles
  • 2025 – 242,409 miles
  • 2024 – 240,249 miles
  • 2023 – 238,243 miles
  • 2022 – 235,379 miles
  • 2021 – 235,374 miles
  • 2020 – 232,891 miles
  • 2019 – 228,135 miles
  • 2018 – 223,700 miles
  • 2017 – 219,447 miles
  • 2016 – 216,234 miles
  • 2015 – 204,800 miles
  • 2014 – 201,000 miles
  • 2013 – 197,611 miles
  • 2012 – 192,707 miles
  • 2011 – 189,052 miles
  • 2010 – 183,683 miles
  • 2009 – 177,017 miles
  • 2008 – 172,958 miles
  • 2007 – 170,332 miles
  • 2006 – 163,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,581 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass243,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    243,581 miles
    Test number
    654539325796
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail243,581 miles (+1,172)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,581 miles
    Test number
    394181131322
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass242,409 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    242,409 miles
    Test number
    694943682197
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail242,409 miles (+2,160)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,409 miles
    Test number
    201833376270
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass240,249 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    240,249 miles
    Test number
    525244605078
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail240,249 miles (+2,006)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,249 miles
    Test number
    630684809440
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass238,243 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    238,243 miles
    Test number
    166449725570
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail238,243 miles (+2,864)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,243 miles
    Test number
    189091435567
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass235,379 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    235,379 miles
    Test number
    390215998235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail235,374 miles (+2,483)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,374 miles
    Test number
    864753215315
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass232,891 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    232,891 miles
    Test number
    699871116129
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leaking on brake disc
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  12. Fail232,891 miles (+4,756)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,891 miles
    Test number
    662709679158
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leaking on brake disc
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  13. Pass228,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    228,135 miles
    Test number
    663472618991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail228,135 miles (+4,435)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,135 miles
    Test number
    364118607253
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass223,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    223,700 miles
    Test number
    962142438883
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail223,700 miles (+4,253)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,700 miles
    Test number
    274580003351
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass219,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    219,447 miles
    Test number
    633034512661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail219,447 miles (+3,213)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,447 miles
    Test number
    999386125073
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass216,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    216,234 miles
    Test number
    404914281076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail216,234 miles (+11,434)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,234 miles
    Test number
    544016638579
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass204,800 miles (+69)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    204,800 miles
    Test number
    776238985180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Fail204,731 miles (+3,731)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,731 miles
    Test number
    987884085191
    • FailureCentre Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass201,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    201,000 miles
    Test number
    907375584123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail200,998 miles (+3,387)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,998 miles
    Test number
    148475284113
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass197,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    197,611 miles
    Test number
    218660803237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail197,611 miles (+4,904)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,611 miles
    Test number
    838849593160
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  27. Pass192,707 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    192,707 miles
    Test number
    859787962168
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  28. Fail192,703 miles (+3,651)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,703 miles
    Test number
    285067962108
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  29. Pass189,052 miles10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    189,052 miles
    Test number
    237746681486
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteSteering box output shaft balljoint boot split

  30. Fail189,052 miles (+5,369)4 failures10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,052 miles
    Test number
    578372681173
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteSteering box output shaft balljoint boot split

  31. Pass183,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    183,683 miles
    Test number
    783266670159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail183,683 miles (+6,666)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,683 miles
    Test number
    233006470195
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  33. Pass177,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    177,017 miles
    Test number
    700983789179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail177,017 miles (+4,059)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,017 miles
    Test number
    951013479155
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  35. Pass172,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    172,958 miles
    Test number
    523815378189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail172,958 miles (+2,626)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,958 miles
    Test number
    101022078160
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  37. Pass170,332 miles (+6,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    170,332 miles
    Test number
    663102577144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  38. Pass163,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    163,471 miles
    Test number
    544231236062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M258 TSB

Does M258 TSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M258 TSB is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on M258 TSB?
The MOT on M258 TSB is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M258 TSB done?
M258 TSB was recorded at 243,581 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has M258 TSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M258 TSB has failed 18 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on M258 TSB 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 M258 TSB find?
M258 TSB passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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