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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

T123 OREMOT history

T123 ORE is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,945 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T123 ORE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T123 ORE was last recorded at 106,945 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Aug 2015: 35,543 miles, lower than 74,553 miles on 1 Aug 2014.

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
106,805 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
140 miles
Average per year
3,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,945 miles
  • 2025 – 106,805 miles
  • 2024 – 106,461 miles
  • 2022 – 103,405 miles
  • 2021 – 101,485 miles
  • 2020 – 97,387 miles
  • 2019 – 91,289 miles
  • 2018 – 86,550 miles
  • 2017 – 85,578 miles
  • 2016 – 84,931 miles
  • 2015 – 78,592 miles
  • 2014 – 74,553 miles
  • 2013 – 70,256 miles
  • 2012 – 65,696 miles
  • 2011 – 58,407 miles
  • 2010 – 50,914 miles
  • 2009 – 42,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,945 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,945 miles (+140)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,945 miles
    Test number
    287270628916
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,805 miles (+344)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    106,805 miles
    Test number
    561546290455
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade fixing lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to towbar fixing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass106,461 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    271546125580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,405 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    573909232534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,485 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,485 miles
    Test number
    655933921069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,387 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,387 miles
    Test number
    606515430138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    552495702298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail91,289 miles (+4,739)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    517043534840
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass86,550 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    443851683037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,578 miles (+647)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,578 miles
    Test number
    538364998719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    682223273870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,931 miles (+6,339)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    215513460139
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Pass78,592 miles (+43,049)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,592 miles
    Test number
    765048315292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWiper park not working

  14. Fail35,543 miles (-39,010)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,543 miles
    Test number
    615476815274
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWiper park not working

  15. Pass74,553 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,553 miles
    Test number
    347213414487
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight cracking

  16. Fail74,553 miles (+4,297)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,553 miles
    Test number
    137561114263
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight cracking

  17. Pass70,256 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,256 miles
    Test number
    737212513283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteGeneral body damage but no sharps
    • NoteWiper auto park not working

  18. Fail70,256 miles (+4,560)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,256 miles
    Test number
    586792013290
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteGeneral body damage but no sharps
    • NoteWiper auto park not working

  19. Pass65,696 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,696 miles
    Test number
    765355932285
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBody damage to off side front but no sharps
    • NoteSlight cracking on both front tyre walls

  20. Fail65,696 miles (+7,289)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,696 miles
    Test number
    336655032423
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBody damage to off side front but no sharps
    • NoteSlight cracking on both front tyre walls

  21. Pass58,407 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    417551801284
    • NoteBody damage to off side frontbut no sharps

  22. Fail58,407 miles (+7,493)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    125181001289
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBody damage to off side frontbut no sharps

  23. Pass50,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    441677610297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,914 miles (+8,295)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    283667110257
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass42,619 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,619 miles
    Test number
    592982209242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T123 ORE

Does T123 ORE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T123 ORE is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T123 ORE?
The MOT on T123 ORE is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T123 ORE done?
T123 ORE was recorded at 106,945 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,792 miles a year.
Has T123 ORE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T123 ORE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T123 ORE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T123 ORE find?
T123 ORE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 6 more.

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