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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T205 TEJMOT history

T205 TEJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 104,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
104,756 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T205 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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T205 TEJ was last recorded at 104,756 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Nov 2011: 86,902 miles, lower than 824,586 miles on 6 May 2010.

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
104,756 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,756 miles
  • 2024 – 104,400 miles
  • 2023 – 103,914 miles
  • 2022 – 102,903 miles
  • 2021 – 101,058 miles
  • 2020 – 99,052 miles
  • 2019 – 97,380 miles
  • 2018 – 95,373 miles
  • 2017 – 93,178 miles
  • 2016 – 90,618 miles
  • 2015 – 89,650 miles
  • 2014 – 88,590 miles
  • 2012 – 87,849 miles
  • 2011 – 86,902 miles
  • 2010 – 824,586 miles
  • 2009 – 75,836 miles
  • 2008 – 69,780 miles
  • 2007 – 63,370 miles
  • 2006 – 56,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,756 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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Corrosion in offside front footwell

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear suspension bump stops not fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    104,756 miles
    Test number
    665737670926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,756 miles (+356)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,756 miles
    Test number
    352659186225
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass104,400 miles (+486)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,400 miles
    Test number
    940125201769
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass103,914 miles (+1,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,914 miles
    Test number
    401768792064
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass102,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,903 miles
    Test number
    252060653676
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail102,901 miles (+1,843)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,901 miles
    Test number
    667684177378
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass101,058 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,058 miles
    Test number
    681093897580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,052 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,052 miles
    Test number
    988024467905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass97,380 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,380 miles
    Test number
    581886782649
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front footwell
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint flanges badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bus offside

  10. Fail97,378 miles (+2,005)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,378 miles
    Test number
    698999660398
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front footwell
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint flanges badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bus offside

  11. Pass95,373 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,373 miles
    Test number
    439263561355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion throughout chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front footwell
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush offside

  12. Fail95,370 miles (+2,192)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,370 miles
    Test number
    829110667853
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion throughout chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front footwell
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops not fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush offside

  13. Pass93,178 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    93,178 miles
    Test number
    430536721719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion bulkhead outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion central outrigger (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear chassis (near fuel tank)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout chassis

  14. Fail93,178 miles (+2,560)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,178 miles
    Test number
    472147595707
    • FailureFuel tank insecure securing bolts missing from tank mounting plate/undertay (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion bulkhead outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion central outrigger (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear chassis (near fuel tank)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout chassis

  15. Pass90,618 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,618 miles
    Test number
    931011263556
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside hub housings have a minor leak of oil
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight leak

  16. Pass90,313 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,313 miles
    Test number
    457976065117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,650 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,650 miles
    Test number
    405749525122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail89,642 miles (+1,052)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,642 miles
    Test number
    496770205136
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail88,590 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,590 miles
    Test number
    455536464037
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass88,590 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,590 miles
    Test number
    586786464075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail88,573 miles (+724)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,573 miles
    Test number
    558494834022
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass87,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    189162352393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,849 miles (+947)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    229217742307
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  24. Pass86,902 miles (-737,684)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,902 miles
    Test number
    359998621345
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Pass824,586 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    824,586 miles
    Test number
    192316620114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail824,585 miles (+748,749)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    824,585 miles
    Test number
    723425620160
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass75,836 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,836 miles
    Test number
    252738429110
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

  28. Fail75,832 miles (+6,052)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    223146529477
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

  29. Pass69,780 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    69,780 miles
    Test number
    761069228197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,370 miles (+7,017)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,370 miles
    Test number
    281151037493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  31. Pass56,353 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    210819126156
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  32. Fail56,347 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,347 miles
    Test number
    300775216151
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about T205 TEJ

Does T205 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T205 TEJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T205 TEJ?
The MOT on T205 TEJ is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T205 TEJ done?
T205 TEJ was recorded at 104,756 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,471 miles a year.
Has T205 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T205 TEJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T205 TEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T205 TEJ find?
T205 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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