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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P258 FSTMOT history

P258 FST is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 221,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

P258 FST white 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 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,266 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P258 FST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P258 FST was last recorded at 221,266 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,039 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
3,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,266 miles
  • 2024 – 221,039 miles
  • 2023 – 220,872 miles
  • 2022 – 220,455 miles
  • 2018 – 219,005 miles
  • 2017 – 214,508 miles
  • 2016 – 208,662 miles
  • 2014 – 198,764 miles
  • 2013 – 183,088 miles
  • 2012 – 175,562 miles
  • 2011 – 166,218 miles
  • 2010 – 161,078 miles
  • 2009 – 158,337 miles
  • 2008 – 153,198 miles
  • 2007 – 146,681 miles
  • 2006 – 141,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,266 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front door check strap missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    221,266 miles
    Test number
    193512022300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail221,266 miles (+227)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,266 miles
    Test number
    146399999704
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass221,039 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    221,039 miles
    Test number
    706749640595
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail221,039 miles (+167)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,039 miles
    Test number
    872529683510
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass220,872 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    220,872 miles
    Test number
    724034280525
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail220,872 miles (+417)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,872 miles
    Test number
    416582002745
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass220,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    220,455 miles
    Test number
    684319721618
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail220,455 miles (+1,450)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,455 miles
    Test number
    494014080994
    • Repaired at testDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass219,005 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    219,005 miles
    Test number
    253296334735
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  10. Fail219,005 miles (+4,497)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,005 miles
    Test number
    250039678303
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn axle tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  11. Pass214,508 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    214,508 miles
    Test number
    664855618120
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Chassis corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail214,494 miles (+5,832)14 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,494 miles
    Test number
    714047020694
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front discs (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward most track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear most track rod end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint on steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside offside chassis corroded but outside pescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  13. Pass208,662 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    208,662 miles
    Test number
    421802399499
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting area ahead of axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracked on sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting area ahead of axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Fail208,662 miles (+9,898)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,662 miles
    Test number
    948721915114
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play centre track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting area ahead of axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracked on sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting area ahead of axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass198,764 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    198,764 miles
    Test number
    345129684288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail198,759 miles (+15,671)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,759 miles
    Test number
    495588384268
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass183,088 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    183,088 miles
    Test number
    397096673402
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated

  18. Fail183,084 miles (+7,522)8 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,084 miles
    Test number
    999522563231
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated

  19. Pass175,562 miles (+9,344)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    175,562 miles
    Test number
    857170552215
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f hub seal leaking
    • NoteReverse lamp damaged

  20. Pass166,218 miles (+5,140)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    166,218 miles
    Test number
    248070361254
    • NoteFront springs rusty
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  21. Pass161,078 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    161,078 miles
    Test number
    292468560275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass158,337 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    158,337 miles
    Test number
    812365949258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail158,318 miles (+5,120)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,318 miles
    Test number
    374300039490
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass153,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    153,198 miles
    Test number
    384566828480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail153,198 miles (+6,517)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,198 miles
    Test number
    990716128261
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Fail146,681 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,681 miles
    Test number
    140490227056
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass146,681 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    146,681 miles
    Test number
    500600527076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass141,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    141,060 miles
    Test number
    273744906057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P258 FST

Does P258 FST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P258 FST is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P258 FST?
The MOT on P258 FST is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P258 FST done?
P258 FST was recorded at 221,266 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,883 miles a year.
Has P258 FST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P258 FST has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P258 FST 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 P258 FST find?
P258 FST passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive engine area.

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