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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T114 MLSMOT history

T114 MLS is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 128,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
128,279 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T114 MLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T114 MLS was last recorded at 128,279 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2011: 97,344 miles, lower than 977,334 miles on 6 Oct 2011.

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
127,407 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
872 miles
Average per year
3,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,279 miles
  • 2025 – 127,407 miles
  • 2024 – 126,072 miles
  • 2023 – 124,877 miles
  • 2022 – 123,465 miles
  • 2021 – 121,759 miles
  • 2019 – 118,608 miles
  • 2018 – 115,099 miles
  • 2017 – 109,634 miles
  • 2015 – 109,245 miles
  • 2013 – 101,223 miles
  • 2011 – 97,344 miles
  • 2010 – 93,067 miles
  • 2009 – 87,182 miles
  • 2008 – 78,170 miles
  • 2007 – 68,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,279 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Unable to inspect rear seats and belts due to area unacessible

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Front wiper slightly torn and not clearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,279 miles (+872)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    128,279 miles
    Test number
    141298304079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,407 miles (+1,335)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    127,407 miles
    Test number
    233353170557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass126,072 miles (+1,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    126,072 miles
    Test number
    394857612991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass124,877 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,877 miles
    Test number
    794546449462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,465 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,465 miles
    Test number
    605465019716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,440 miles (+1,681)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,440 miles
    Test number
    304507100888
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass121,759 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,759 miles
    Test number
    990890886249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,608 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,608 miles
    Test number
    940937421744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,585 miles (+3,486)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,585 miles
    Test number
    926460545874
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass115,099 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,099 miles
    Test number
    352178041483
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect rear seats and belts due to area unacessible

  11. Fail115,093 miles (+5,459)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    516266135887
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering lower cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure 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 Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect rear seats and belts due to area unacessible

  12. Pass109,634 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    109,634 miles
    Test number
    771903456217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper slightly torn and not clearing

  13. Fail109,620 miles (+375)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,620 miles
    Test number
    648137592485
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings battery support tray (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings at tow bar mounting (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper slightly torn and not clearing

  14. Pass109,245 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,245 miles
    Test number
    696060530548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,236 miles (+8,013)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,236 miles
    Test number
    209009275983
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at rear axle lower tie bar front mounting prescribed area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting at bracket onto crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting at bracket onto crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped across rear axle (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass101,223 miles (+3,879)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    101,223 miles
    Test number
    479141433024
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSlight dapness at near side front hub
    • NoteSlight dapness at offside front hub

  17. Pass97,344 miles (-879,990)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,344 miles
    Test number
    597133381224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail977,334 miles (+884,267)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    977,334 miles
    Test number
    946299271243
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass93,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,067 miles
    Test number
    303109150442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,067 miles (+5,885)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,067 miles
    Test number
    782518550263
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass87,182 miles (+9,012)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    87,182 miles
    Test number
    811517259252
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSlight dampness at steering box-may be leaking slightly
    • NoteWiper travel restricted and not parking completely at bottom of screen

  22. Pass78,170 miles (+9,810)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,170 miles
    Test number
    882871718217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    371174667141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T114 MLS

Does T114 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T114 MLS is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T114 MLS?
The MOT on T114 MLS is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T114 MLS done?
T114 MLS was recorded at 128,279 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 3,111 miles a year.
Has T114 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T114 MLS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T114 MLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T114 MLS find?
T114 MLS passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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