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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

T15 HPWMOT history

T15 HPW is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 184,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
184,357 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T15 HPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T15 HPW was last recorded at 184,357 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,140 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
7,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,357 miles
  • 2024 – 184,140 miles
  • 2023 – 183,459 miles
  • 2021 – 180,288 miles
  • 2020 – 175,197 miles
  • 2019 – 164,665 miles
  • 2017 – 148,825 miles
  • 2015 – 135,239 miles
  • 2014 – 123,337 miles
  • 2012 – 104,860 miles
  • 2011 – 92,436 miles
  • 2010 – 67,105 miles
  • 2008 – 56,917 miles
  • 2007 – 48,949 miles
  • 2006 – 42,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,357 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Coil spring corroded All Springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,357 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    184,357 miles
    Test number
    236960357557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass184,140 miles (+681)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    184,140 miles
    Test number
    542894708272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,459 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    183,459 miles
    Test number
    713373060277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,288 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,288 miles
    Test number
    165736892249
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged Drivers & Passenger buckle (7.1.2 (d))
  5. Fail180,286 miles (+5,089)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,286 miles
    Test number
    342869455275
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged Drivers & Passenger buckle (7.1.2 (d))
  6. Pass175,197 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    175,197 miles
    Test number
    438724790321
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel ball and seals in poor condition
  7. Fail175,195 miles (+10,530)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,195 miles
    Test number
    915193418629
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn front prop shaft rear universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel ball and seals in poor condition
  8. Pass164,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,665 miles
    Test number
    476952707005
    • AdvisoryBoth front tractor joint seals weeping
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail164,665 miles (+7,124)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,665 miles
    Test number
    893326713794
    • DangerousTrack rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment steering drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning PAS pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tractor joint seals weeping
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  10. Pass157,541 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,541 miles
    Test number
    242860613444
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail157,537 miles (+8,712)3 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,537 miles
    Test number
    894925122136
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system on a join by footwell under bonnet (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front pedal box being obstructed by cover
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member corroded 30 cm of tow bar and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded where metal brake pipe meets flexi hose in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded where metal brake pipe meets flexi hose in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering arm ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded where metal brake pipe meets flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded where metal pipe meets flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced showing white light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryClutch retaining spring not attached
  12. Pass148,825 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    148,825 miles
    Test number
    836841819581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tractor joint seal deteriorated badly
  13. Fail148,785 miles (+5,438)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,785 miles
    Test number
    120110903647
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tractor joint seal deteriorated badly
  14. Pass143,347 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,347 miles
    Test number
    428597898873
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
  15. Fail143,347 miles (+8,108)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,347 miles
    Test number
    153856310660
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
  16. Pass135,239 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,239 miles
    Test number
    342549749966
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting down on tread depth @ 3mm
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in all anti-roll bar 'D' bushes
  17. Fail135,199 miles (+11,862)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,199 miles
    Test number
    537423287269
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust mounting bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front arm off steering damper (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting down on tread depth @ 3mm
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in all anti-roll bar 'D' bushes
  18. Pass123,337 miles (+7)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,337 miles
    Test number
    367263954391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNS & OS front radius arms both bushes have slight play
    • NoteOS rear indicator lamp slightly cracked
    • NoteRear chassis valance has slight play
  19. Fail123,330 miles (+7,549)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,330 miles
    Test number
    517549644313
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNS & OS front radius arms both bushes have slight play
    • NoteOS rear indicator lamp slightly cracked
    • NoteRear chassis valance has slight play
  20. Pass115,781 miles (+5)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    115,781 miles
    Test number
    325970714060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear chassis rusty
  21. Fail115,776 miles (+10,916)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,776 miles
    Test number
    589142304075
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear chassis rusty
  22. Pass104,860 miles (+12,424)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,860 miles
    Test number
    388242452394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSigns of corrosion in rear chassis/valance
  23. Pass92,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    419109941345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,436 miles (+15,455)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    808369641382
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  25. Pass76,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,981 miles
    Test number
    999096901006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,981 miles (+9,876)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,981 miles
    Test number
    757885001065
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  27. Pass67,105 miles (+10,188)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,105 miles
    Test number
    793045900096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,917 miles (+7,968)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,917 miles
    Test number
    210468808377
    • NoteOil leak
  29. Pass48,949 miles (+6,764)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,949 miles
    Test number
    144960217383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,185 miles
    Test number
    854587906385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T15 HPW

Does T15 HPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T15 HPW is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T15 HPW?
The MOT on T15 HPW is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T15 HPW done?
T15 HPW was recorded at 184,357 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,413 miles a year.
Has T15 HPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T15 HPW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T15 HPW 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 T15 HPW find?
T15 HPW passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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