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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T215 TEJMOT history

T215 TEJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 193,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
193,190 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T215 TEJ
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T215 TEJ was last recorded at 193,190 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 10,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,912 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,278 miles
Average per year
6,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,190 miles
  • 2023 – 173,876 miles
  • 2022 – 160,815 miles
  • 2021 – 159,485 miles
  • 2020 – 156,773 miles
  • 2019 – 150,585 miles
  • 2018 – 144,985 miles
  • 2017 – 131,702 miles
  • 2016 – 127,784 miles
  • 2015 – 123,006 miles
  • 2014 – 119,227 miles
  • 2013 – 111,037 miles
  • 2012 – 99,923 miles
  • 2011 – 91,751 miles
  • 2010 – 86,458 miles
  • 2009 – 82,528 miles
  • 2008 – 76,533 miles
  • 2006 – 71,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,190 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    193,190 miles
    Test number
    461869484330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail193,190 miles (+10,278)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,190 miles
    Test number
    757521208258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass182,912 miles (+9,036)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    182,912 miles
    Test number
    862482102278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass173,876 miles (+207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    173,876 miles
    Test number
    523204093899
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive axle swivel joints both have misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail173,669 miles (+12,854)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    608052970982
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users axle leaking oil onto brake (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes incorrectly routed,

  6. Pass160,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    160,815 miles
    Test number
    671650029987
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail160,815 miles (+1,330)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,815 miles
    Test number
    761332364120
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass159,485 miles (+2,712)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    159,485 miles
    Test number
    865070368483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass156,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,773 miles
    Test number
    517827784403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail156,773 miles (+6,188)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,773 miles
    Test number
    692822052446
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  11. Pass150,585 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,585 miles
    Test number
    241324333762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,985 miles (+13,283)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    144,985 miles
    Test number
    936440427511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,702 miles (+3,918)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,702 miles
    Test number
    415428369110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,784 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,784 miles
    Test number
    368657402979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,006 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    123,006 miles
    Test number
    437190925248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,227 miles (+8,190)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    119,227 miles
    Test number
    925480604235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,037 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,037 miles
    Test number
    618651133110
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass111,037 miles (+11,114)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    111,037 miles
    Test number
    875351233115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,923 miles (+8,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,923 miles
    Test number
    849600972089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass91,751 miles (+21)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,751 miles
    Test number
    217577661079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  21. Fail91,730 miles (+5,272)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    849776161038
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  22. Pass86,458 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    844058170032
    • NoteSteering damper has slight play in a bush

  23. Fail86,458 miles (+41)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    830916670084
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper has slight play in a bush

  24. Fail86,417 miles (+3,889)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,417 miles
    Test number
    443574870055
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper has slight play in a bush

  25. Pass82,528 miles (+5,995)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,528 miles
    Test number
    262573639003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,533 miles
    Test number
    700130418033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Fail76,533 miles (+5,140)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,533 miles
    Test number
    962744408075
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass71,393 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    514766046317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,514 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    68,514 miles
    Test number
    110273716242
    • NoteFuel filter cover under o/s/r wheel arch seem damp with diesel

Questions about T215 TEJ

Does T215 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T215 TEJ is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T215 TEJ?
The MOT on T215 TEJ is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T215 TEJ done?
T215 TEJ was recorded at 193,190 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,435 miles a year.
Has T215 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T215 TEJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T215 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 T215 TEJ find?
T215 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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