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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

T200 ETHMOT history

T200 ETH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,453 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T200 ETH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T200 ETH was last recorded at 100,453 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,445 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,008 miles
Average per year
4,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,453 miles
  • 2025 – 96,445 miles
  • 2024 – 92,775 miles
  • 2023 – 85,762 miles
  • 2022 – 81,773 miles
  • 2021 – 77,675 miles
  • 2019 – 73,505 miles
  • 2018 – 68,448 miles
  • 2017 – 67,880 miles
  • 2015 – 59,043 miles
  • 2014 – 54,345 miles
  • 2013 – 45,559 miles
  • 2012 – 41,559 miles
  • 2011 – 36,218 miles
  • 2009 – 30,009 miles
  • 2008 – 23,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,453 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,453 miles
    Test number
    901477286710
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail100,453 miles (+4,008)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,453 miles
    Test number
    957801649274
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass96,445 miles (+3,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,445 miles
    Test number
    523478452932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,775 miles (+7,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,775 miles
    Test number
    563400686644
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass85,762 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,762 miles
    Test number
    553576537880
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail85,748 miles (+3,975)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    150054267266
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure not seated correctly (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass81,773 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,773 miles
    Test number
    752188156298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,675 miles (+4,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,675 miles
    Test number
    886029428188
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,505 miles (+5,057)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,505 miles
    Test number
    995143841411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,448 miles
    Test number
    439713403488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,448 miles (+568)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,448 miles
    Test number
    412708955793
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass67,880 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    933436956611
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

  13. Fail67,838 miles (+3,931)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,838 miles
    Test number
    615655300120
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play steering box drop arm ball joint gaitor split preventing the ingress of dirt. advise slight play in ball joint (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass63,907 miles (+4,864)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,907 miles
    Test number
    576041686988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,043 miles (+4,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,043 miles
    Test number
    839825312658
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass54,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,345 miles
    Test number
    207139144384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,340 miles (+3,426)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,340 miles
    Test number
    175149944327
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass50,914 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    517187104017
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail50,910 miles (+5,351)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,910 miles
    Test number
    318936604022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass45,559 miles (+4,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    687468303098
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass41,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,559 miles
    Test number
    165729502409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail41,559 miles (+5,341)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,559 miles
    Test number
    969609002003
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass36,218 miles (+6,209)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,218 miles
    Test number
    818567701007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,009 miles (+6,886)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,009 miles
    Test number
    322499849385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,123 miles
    Test number
    924993458379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T200 ETH

Does T200 ETH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T200 ETH is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T200 ETH?
The MOT on T200 ETH is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T200 ETH done?
T200 ETH was recorded at 100,453 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 4,531 miles a year.
Has T200 ETH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T200 ETH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T200 ETH 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 T200 ETH find?
T200 ETH passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint has slight play; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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