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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T211 PEFMOT history

T211 PEF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 64,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,048 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T211 PEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T211 PEF was last recorded at 64,048 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,921 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
127 miles
Average per year
1,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,048 miles
  • 2025 – 63,921 miles
  • 2024 – 63,581 miles
  • 2023 – 63,514 miles
  • 2022 – 63,345 miles
  • 2021 – 63,059 miles
  • 2020 – 62,629 miles
  • 2019 – 62,363 miles
  • 2018 – 60,253 miles
  • 2017 – 54,878 miles
  • 2016 – 50,368 miles
  • 2015 – 46,695 miles
  • 2014 – 45,811 miles
  • 2013 – 44,936 miles
  • 2012 – 43,058 miles
  • 2011 – 40,969 miles
  • 2010 – 39,522 miles
  • 2009 – 37,676 miles
  • 2008 – 35,638 miles
  • 2007 – 34,040 miles
  • 2006 – 32,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,048 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake caliper very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake caliper very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Trailer tow ball fitted but trailer socket

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,048 miles (+127)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,048 miles
    Test number
    233543152185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass63,921 miles (+340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    63,921 miles
    Test number
    528497214446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass63,581 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,581 miles
    Test number
    664914994565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass63,514 miles (+169)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,514 miles
    Test number
    514164069963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass63,345 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,345 miles
    Test number
    102124597478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper very corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper very corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail63,337 miles (+278)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,337 miles
    Test number
    196815599070
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger where it joins chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper very corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper very corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass63,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,059 miles
    Test number
    655394317041
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail63,059 miles (+430)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,059 miles
    Test number
    791353801913
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass62,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,629 miles
    Test number
    348453234079
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear under carriage corrosion building up
    • AdvisoryReverse bulb not working
    • AdvisorySlight sweating from a power steering pipe

  10. Fail62,628 miles (+263)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,628 miles
    Test number
    103790377795
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear under carriage corrosion building up
    • AdvisoryReverse bulb not working
    • AdvisorySlight sweating from a power steering pipe

  11. Pass62,365 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,365 miles
    Test number
    673065587847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,363 miles (+2,110)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,363 miles
    Test number
    680108015087
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Pass60,253 miles (+5,375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,253 miles
    Test number
    629590611258
    • AdvisoryOil leak, transmission and engine
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt anchorage cover missing, still working as intended

  14. Pass54,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,878 miles
    Test number
    685715776833
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail54,878 miles (+4,510)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,878 miles
    Test number
    156489439863
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort Foot brake (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass50,368 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,368 miles
    Test number
    882849001570
    • AdvisoryTrailer tow ball fitted but trailer socket

  17. Fail50,366 miles (+3,671)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,366 miles
    Test number
    247989200340
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTrailer tow ball fitted but trailer socket

  18. Pass46,695 miles (+884)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,695 miles
    Test number
    847323375167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,811 miles (+875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,811 miles
    Test number
    828978644026
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass44,936 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    177766043469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,058 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,058 miles
    Test number
    696844542019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,969 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,969 miles
    Test number
    129025241466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,522 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,522 miles
    Test number
    672499840036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,676 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,676 miles
    Test number
    313067649034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,638 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,638 miles
    Test number
    114059248044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,040 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,040 miles
    Test number
    274384047023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,179 miles
    Test number
    884786646074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T211 PEF

Does T211 PEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T211 PEF is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T211 PEF?
The MOT on T211 PEF is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T211 PEF done?
T211 PEF was recorded at 64,048 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 1,545 miles a year.
Has T211 PEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T211 PEF has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T211 PEF 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 T211 PEF find?
T211 PEF passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 3 more.

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