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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T172 FAFMOT history

T172 FAF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2024
Mileage
118,185 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 FAF
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
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 FAF was last recorded at 118,185 miles on 13 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,185 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,185 miles
  • 2022 – 110,121 miles
  • 2021 – 109,866 miles
  • 2019 – 108,499 miles
  • 2018 – 107,811 miles
  • 2017 – 107,381 miles
  • 2016 – 105,408 miles
  • 2015 – 103,802 miles
  • 2014 – 101,653 miles
  • 2013 – 99,464 miles
  • 2012 – 97,914 miles
  • 2010 – 91,330 miles
  • 2009 – 80,530 miles
  • 2008 – 66,796 miles
  • 2007 – 56,817 miles
  • 2006 – 49,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,185 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in n/s front swivel hub and oil leakingRecorded 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 Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust rubbing against the gearbox

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front ? bush worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • N/S/F hub seal leaking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear number plate in poor condition

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    414881174015
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s front swivel hub and oil leaking

  2. Fail118,185 miles (+8,064)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    516778081001
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drag link end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s front swivel hub and oil leaking

  3. Pass110,121 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,121 miles
    Test number
    259729340300
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,110 miles (+244)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,110 miles
    Test number
    151977085573
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe insecure Fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,866 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,866 miles
    Test number
    463105893836
    • AdvisoryBOTH N/S & O/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSHES DETRIORATING
    • AdvisoryRECCOMMEND REAR SERVICE BRAKE OVERHAUL!

  6. Fail109,841 miles (+1,342)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    311800727340
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBOTH N/S & O/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSHES DETRIORATING
    • AdvisoryRECCOMMEND REAR SERVICE BRAKE OVERHAUL!

  7. Pass108,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,499 miles
    Test number
    338412795103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f side lamp slight reduced output
    • AdvisorySlight fuel leak fuel filter

  8. Fail108,499 miles (+688)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,499 miles
    Test number
    326122827959
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f side lamp slight reduced output
    • AdvisorySlight fuel leak fuel filter

  9. Pass107,811 miles (+430)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,811 miles
    Test number
    797715265807
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged Both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis getting rusty

  10. Pass107,381 miles (+227)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,381 miles
    Test number
    855349894850
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbing against the gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront ? bush worn
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryN/S headlight aim on the minimum level
    • AdvisoryN/S/F hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryO/S wiper blade split on the inner end
    • AdvisoryO/S/F side light in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine/Gearbox
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both track rod ends, drop link and drag link end.
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/F outrigger corroded & holed (2.4.A.3)

  11. Fail107,154 miles (+1,746)6 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    996284093358
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/F outrigger corroded & holed (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbing against the gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront ? bush worn
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryN/S headlight aim on the minimum level
    • AdvisoryN/S/F hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryO/S wiper blade split on the inner end
    • AdvisoryO/S/F side light in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine/Gearbox
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/F outrigger corroded & holed (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass105,408 miles (+51)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,408 miles
    Test number
    550364427312
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbing against the gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront ? bush worn
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryN/S/F hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outrigger corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint Axle upper joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition

  13. Fail105,357 miles (+1,555)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,357 miles
    Test number
    620359987331
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbing against the gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront ? bush worn
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryN/S/F hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outrigger corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint Axle upper joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition

  14. Pass103,802 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,802 miles
    Test number
    199583955147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust fouling on transfer box

  15. Fail103,797 miles (+2,144)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    555916645116
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteExhaust fouling on transfer box
    • NoteHandbrake warning lamp inoperative

  16. Pass101,653 miles (+39)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,653 miles
    Test number
    285424244111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in stearing coulum lower u j nut on steel pipe to rear corroded

  17. Fail101,614 miles (+2,150)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,614 miles
    Test number
    299019934147
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in stearing coulum lower u j nut on steel pipe to rear corroded

  18. Pass99,464 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,464 miles
    Test number
    485971353108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteReturn spring on dip switch getting weak

  19. Fail99,464 miles (+1,550)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,464 miles
    Test number
    757980353146
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteReturn spring on dip switch getting weak

  20. Fail97,914 miles1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,914 miles
    Test number
    236489342102
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCenter silence resting against over drive

  21. Pass97,914 miles (+6,584)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,914 miles
    Test number
    408719642197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCenter silence resting against over drive

  22. Pass91,330 miles (+10,800)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    91,330 miles
    Test number
    654098470267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,530 miles (+13,734)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    181544779280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    66,796 miles
    Test number
    792880178240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,786 miles (+9,969)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,786 miles
    Test number
    641900278247
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass56,817 miles (+613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,817 miles
    Test number
    873888367253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass56,204 miles (+6,849)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    834171827117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    844456286005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T172 FAF

Does T172 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 FAF expired on 12 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 FAF?
The MOT on T172 FAF expired on 12 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 FAF done?
T172 FAF was recorded at 118,185 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2023, an average of 3,923 miles a year.
Has T172 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 FAF has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T172 FAF 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 T172 FAF find?
T172 FAF passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: play in n/s front swivel hub and oil leaking.

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