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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T102 RGHMOT history

T102 RGH is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2025
Mileage
96,396 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T102 RGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T102 RGH was last recorded at 96,396 miles on 4 Apr 2024, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2011: 53,339 miles, lower than 489,574 miles on 20 Aug 2010.
  • 21 Jul 2014: 77,426 miles, lower than 706,402 miles on 19 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,337 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
3,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,396 miles
  • 2023 – 96,337 miles
  • 2021 – 95,691 miles
  • 2020 – 95,048 miles
  • 2019 – 92,637 miles
  • 2018 – 89,226 miles
  • 2017 – 86,791 miles
  • 2016 – 85,107 miles
  • 2015 – 80,597 miles
  • 2014 – 77,426 miles
  • 2013 – 706,402 miles
  • 2012 – 62,453 miles
  • 2011 – 53,521 miles
  • 2010 – 489,574 miles
  • 2009 – 42,630 miles
  • 2008 – 38,790 miles
  • 2006 – 34,967 miles
  • 2005 – 33,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,396 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering box damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,396 miles (+59)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,396 miles
    Test number
    846494426971
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,337 miles (+646)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,337 miles
    Test number
    348424107421
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff

  3. Pass95,691 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,691 miles
    Test number
    882524237700
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  4. Fail95,668 miles (+620)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,668 miles
    Test number
    830452453466
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  5. Pass95,048 miles (+35)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,048 miles
    Test number
    751939992332
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished/cracked

  6. Fail95,013 miles (+2,376)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,013 miles
    Test number
    473923916136
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head behind brake servo (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCracked/perished tyres

  7. Pass92,637 miles (+3,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,637 miles
    Test number
    312452300637
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering notchy

  8. Pass89,226 miles (+2,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,226 miles
    Test number
    814700207133
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both u/js (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass86,791 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,791 miles
    Test number
    409243035130
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm to axle (hockey stick bush) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap damaged but seals ok
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail86,790 miles (+1,683)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,790 miles
    Test number
    434766101213
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter/housing (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red light unit/lens broken (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm to axle (hockey stick bush) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap damaged but seals ok
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass85,107 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,107 miles
    Test number
    159088466795
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt retracting mechanism intermittent
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and offside front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  12. Fail85,107 miles (+4,510)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,107 miles
    Test number
    807519973302
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working Nearside front (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt retracting mechanism intermittent
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and offside front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  13. Pass80,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,597 miles
    Test number
    749629315255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail80,597 miles (+3,171)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,597 miles
    Test number
    325249315268
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass77,426 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    819303504234
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel cap damaged but still seals
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail77,426 miles (-628,976)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    785602804277
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel cap damaged but still seals
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass706,402 miles (+643,949)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    706,402 miles
    Test number
    955760503286
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass62,453 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,453 miles
    Test number
    585208092144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail62,443 miles (+8,922)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,443 miles
    Test number
    738265392197
    • DangerousOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass53,521 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,521 miles
    Test number
    279880481450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,339 miles (-436,235)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,339 miles
    Test number
    208633571155
    • DangerousSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  22. Pass489,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    489,574 miles
    Test number
    794452930227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail489,574 miles (+446,944)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    489,574 miles
    Test number
    114212830244
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass42,630 miles (+3,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,630 miles
    Test number
    884500469114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass38,790 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,790 miles
    Test number
    381367078108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,770 miles (+3,803)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    453946478156
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass34,967 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    34,967 miles
    Test number
    170068316392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    282350025337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T102 RGH

Does T102 RGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T102 RGH expired on 3 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T102 RGH?
The MOT on T102 RGH expired on 3 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T102 RGH done?
T102 RGH was recorded at 96,396 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2024, an average of 3,444 miles a year.
Has T102 RGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T102 RGH has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T102 RGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T102 RGH find?
T102 RGH passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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