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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T214 FAFMOT history

T214 FAF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 197,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
197,041 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T214 FAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T214 FAF was last recorded at 197,041 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 6,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,384 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,657 miles
Average per year
5,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,041 miles
  • 2025 – 190,384 miles
  • 2022 – 189,682 miles
  • 2021 – 188,114 miles
  • 2020 – 186,861 miles
  • 2019 – 184,954 miles
  • 2018 – 179,701 miles
  • 2017 – 179,547 miles
  • 2016 – 169,653 miles
  • 2015 – 165,397 miles
  • 2014 – 159,333 miles
  • 2013 – 153,931 miles
  • 2012 – 147,420 miles
  • 2011 – 140,953 miles
  • 2010 – 134,360 miles
  • 2009 – 125,341 miles
  • 2008 – 117,742 miles
  • 2007 – 110,276 miles
  • 2006 – 103,514 miles
  • 2005 – 91,145 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,041 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBoth front swivel ball seals slight leak

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,041 miles (+6,657)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    197,041 miles
    Test number
    737810615095
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel ball seals slight leak

  2. Pass190,384 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    190,384 miles
    Test number
    228036403891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass189,682 miles (+1,568)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    189,682 miles
    Test number
    168332728662
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both axle in clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play under bonnet (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and o/s mounting tube (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch rubber missing
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis covered in under seal on inspection

  4. Pass188,114 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    188,114 miles
    Test number
    470120530123
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail188,111 miles (+1,250)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,111 miles
    Test number
    582867775140
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play a frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass186,861 miles (+420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    186,861 miles
    Test number
    455351009260
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail186,441 miles (+1,487)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,441 miles
    Test number
    107438615964
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass184,954 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    184,954 miles
    Test number
    470725957558
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral to rear exhaust joint corroded/cracked and has a slight blow

  9. Fail184,947 miles (+5,246)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,947 miles
    Test number
    565767612553
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visor (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced Both front (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral to rear exhaust joint corroded/cracked and has a slight blow

  10. Pass179,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    179,701 miles
    Test number
    592195564156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail179,701 miles (+154)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,701 miles
    Test number
    709684234009
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass179,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    179,547 miles
    Test number
    705122617762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail179,547 miles (+9,894)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,547 miles
    Test number
    196957001039
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass169,653 miles (+4,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    169,653 miles
    Test number
    991634223618
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass165,397 miles (+6,064)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    165,397 miles
    Test number
    298179155142
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres perrishing

  16. Pass159,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    159,333 miles
    Test number
    455165874135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail159,333 miles (+5,402)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,333 miles
    Test number
    879507664196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass153,931 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    153,931 miles
    Test number
    708392573132
    • 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)

  19. Fail153,930 miles (+6,510)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,930 miles
    Test number
    337590873193
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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)

  20. Pass147,420 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    147,420 miles
    Test number
    506484972139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail147,402 miles (+8)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,402 miles
    Test number
    907453972109
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail147,394 miles (+6,441)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,394 miles
    Test number
    699112072126
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass140,953 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    140,953 miles
    Test number
    338822271163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOff side front light guard security

  24. Fail140,953 miles (+6,593)6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,953 miles
    Test number
    266422471499
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureRear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOff side front light guard security

  25. Pass134,360 miles (+9,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    134,360 miles
    Test number
    510843270127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass125,341 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    125,341 miles
    Test number
    160481849160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,742 miles (+7,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    117,742 miles
    Test number
    340370378186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  28. Pass110,276 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    110,276 miles
    Test number
    534914637187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass103,514 miles (+12,369)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    103,514 miles
    Test number
    262578936158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass91,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    91,145 miles
    Test number
    164653955167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T214 FAF

Does T214 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T214 FAF is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T214 FAF?
The MOT on T214 FAF is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T214 FAF done?
T214 FAF was recorded at 197,041 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 5,132 miles a year.
Has T214 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T214 FAF has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T214 FAF 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 T214 FAF find?
T214 FAF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm, and 2 more.

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