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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T202 BSRMOT history

T202 BSR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
117,026 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T202 BSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T202 BSR was last recorded at 117,026 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Sept 2018: 102,753 miles, lower than 992,316 miles on 24 Aug 2017.

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
116,405 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
621 miles
Average per year
3,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,026 miles
  • 2024 – 116,405 miles
  • 2023 – 113,944 miles
  • 2022 – 112,528 miles
  • 2021 – 110,893 miles
  • 2020 – 109,611 miles
  • 2019 – 106,349 miles
  • 2018 – 102,759 miles
  • 2017 – 992,316 miles
  • 2016 – 97,078 miles
  • 2015 – 92,388 miles
  • 2014 – 89,197 miles
  • 2013 – 83,928 miles
  • 2012 – 78,084 miles
  • 2011 – 76,283 miles
  • 2010 – 73,553 miles
  • 2009 – 72,165 miles
  • 2008 – 71,198 miles
  • 2007 – 69,841 miles
  • 2006 – 61,730 miles
  • 2005 – 53,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,026 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Sill step mount bracket corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cuts around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

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 slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Surface corrosion on underside and parts of suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,026 miles (+621)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,026 miles
    Test number
    718615794224
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill step mount bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cuts around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass116,405 miles (+2,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    321627990748
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced areas of floor pan corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,944 miles (+1,416)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    113,944 miles
    Test number
    433350039118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body chassis corrosion

  4. Pass112,528 miles (+1,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,528 miles
    Test number
    135655689400
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,893 miles (+1,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,893 miles
    Test number
    382436452740
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in swivel joint
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside and parts of suspension

  6. Pass109,611 miles (+3,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    109,611 miles
    Test number
    864268502203
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,349 miles (+3,590)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    106,349 miles
    Test number
    801066526264
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass102,759 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,759 miles
    Test number
    496969000319
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail102,753 miles (-889,563)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,753 miles
    Test number
    494783365692
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass992,316 miles (+895,238)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    992,316 miles
    Test number
    997354759185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryDampness around steering box
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on underside and parts of suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer can do with adjustment

  11. Pass97,078 miles (+4,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,078 miles
    Test number
    309734882053
    • AdvisoryHeadlights loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak front engine area and around swivel joints
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside and parts of suspension

  12. Pass92,388 miles (+52)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,388 miles
    Test number
    391077725218
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around power steering box/components
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe has hairline fracture[slight gas leak]
    • AdvisorySlight free play at steering wheel
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column universal joint

  13. Fail92,336 miles (+3,139)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,336 miles
    Test number
    186305531222
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower door area (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower door area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around power steering box/components
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe has hairline fracture[slight gas leak]
    • AdvisorySlight free play at steering wheel
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column universal joint

  14. Pass89,197 miles (+32)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    876315674290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail89,165 miles (+5,237)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,165 miles
    Test number
    337812454416
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass83,928 miles (+5,844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    375989413463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass78,084 miles (+1,801)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,084 miles
    Test number
    375104832432
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvis steering damper bushes slight movement

  18. Pass76,283 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,283 miles
    Test number
    329546331262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail76,276 miles (+2,723)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,276 miles
    Test number
    917248921227
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass73,553 miles (+1,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,553 miles
    Test number
    464076010220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass72,165 miles (+967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,165 miles
    Test number
    662606399104
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass71,198 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,198 miles
    Test number
    993190508220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail71,192 miles (+1,351)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,192 miles
    Test number
    450477798168
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass69,841 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,841 miles
    Test number
    463262897168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,836 miles (+8,106)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,836 miles
    Test number
    142156987139
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSteering arm damper bushes worn

  26. Pass61,730 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    793259906271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,729 miles (+8,601)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,729 miles
    Test number
    133857106262
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass53,128 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    53,128 miles
    Test number
    540023515232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,020 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    553229605274
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T202 BSR

Does T202 BSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T202 BSR is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T202 BSR?
The MOT on T202 BSR is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T202 BSR done?
T202 BSR was recorded at 117,026 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 3,166 miles a year.
Has T202 BSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T202 BSR has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T202 BSR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Sept 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T202 BSR find?
T202 BSR passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside sill step mount bracket corroded; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cuts around tread; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 3 more.

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