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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T203 TEJMOT history

T203 TEJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,247 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T203 TEJ
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T203 TEJ was last recorded at 78,247 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 1,339 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,908 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,339 miles
Average per year
2,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,247 miles
  • 2025 – 76,908 miles
  • 2023 – 76,132 miles
  • 2022 – 75,111 miles
  • 2021 – 73,328 miles
  • 2020 – 70,868 miles
  • 2019 – 68,815 miles
  • 2018 – 66,038 miles
  • 2017 – 62,786 miles
  • 2016 – 60,217 miles
  • 2015 – 56,476 miles
  • 2014 – 55,560 miles
  • 2013 – 52,541 miles
  • 2012 – 49,478 miles
  • 2011 – 46,519 miles
  • 2010 – 43,170 miles
  • 2009 – 36,890 miles
  • 2008 – 32,684 miles
  • 2007 – 28,837 miles
  • 2006 – 25,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,247 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.

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,247 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    438473241024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,908 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    295378305158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,132 miles (+1,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,132 miles
    Test number
    883432089614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass75,111 miles (+1,783)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,111 miles
    Test number
    903941070829
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,328 miles (+2,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    397904472544
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,868 miles (+2,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,868 miles
    Test number
    451215124324
    • AdvisoryCovered by underseal not allowing full inspection on some components

  7. Pass68,815 miles (+2,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    68,815 miles
    Test number
    294021566018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Pass66,038 miles (+3,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,038 miles
    Test number
    564003315320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass62,786 miles (+2,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,786 miles
    Test number
    998379442393
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass60,217 miles (+3,741)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,217 miles
    Test number
    831417546823
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass56,476 miles (+916)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,476 miles
    Test number
    468752615181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass55,560 miles (+3,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    179786884424
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass52,541 miles (+3,063)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,541 miles
    Test number
    477177883059
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass49,478 miles (+2,959)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    986161482074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass46,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,519 miles
    Test number
    348757581060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,519 miles (+3,349)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,519 miles
    Test number
    938037481012
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  17. Pass43,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,170 miles
    Test number
    221836380094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,170 miles (+6,280)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,170 miles
    Test number
    143865180484
    • FailureNearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail36,890 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,890 miles
    Test number
    454389089017
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

  20. Pass36,890 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,890 miles
    Test number
    860249189038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,684 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,684 miles
    Test number
    820669088029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,837 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,837 miles
    Test number
    353749587034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,614 miles
    Test number
    113384786014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T203 TEJ

Does T203 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T203 TEJ is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T203 TEJ?
The MOT on T203 TEJ is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T203 TEJ done?
T203 TEJ was recorded at 78,247 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 2,573 miles a year.
Has T203 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T203 TEJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2011.
Has the mileage on T203 TEJ 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 T203 TEJ find?
T203 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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