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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T217 FAFMOT history

T217 FAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 37 MOT tests, with 250,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2025
Mileage
250,184 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2024
MOT tests
37
19 passed · 18 failed
Per year
10,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T217 FAF
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
27 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T217 FAF was last recorded at 250,184 miles on 23 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
250,183 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 250,184 miles
  • 2023 – 225,336 miles
  • 2022 – 202,201 miles
  • 2021 – 194,820 miles
  • 2020 – 189,148 miles
  • 2019 – 177,014 miles
  • 2018 – 160,358 miles
  • 2017 – 143,404 miles
  • 2016 – 132,735 miles
  • 2015 – 122,543 miles
  • 2014 – 113,940 miles
  • 2013 – 108,161 miles
  • 2012 – 101,971 miles
  • 2011 – 100,508 miles
  • 2010 – 90,869 miles
  • 2009 – 81,393 miles
  • 2008 – 72,053 miles
  • 2007 – 60,161 miles
  • 2006 – 47,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass250,184 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass250,184 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    250,184 miles
    Test number
    714523240770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail250,183 miles (+24,847)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,183 miles
    Test number
    583885026236
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near radius arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near radius arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near radius arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Lower shock bush mounting plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass225,336 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    225,336 miles
    Test number
    445286322206
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail225,331 miles (+23,130)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,331 miles
    Test number
    239537398391
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass202,201 miles (+1)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    202,201 miles
    Test number
    305613398570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail202,200 miles (+7,380)10 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,200 miles
    Test number
    774780744268
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near coil spring housing mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near trailing arm bracket on inner of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near trailing arm bracket both inner and outer of the chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass194,820 miles (+25)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    194,820 miles
    Test number
    354583142230
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail194,795 miles (+5,647)5 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,795 miles
    Test number
    493568800520
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass189,148 miles (+12,134)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    189,148 miles
    Test number
    383079061551
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  10. Pass177,014 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    177,014 miles
    Test number
    908908956819
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  11. Fail177,000 miles (+16,642)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,000 miles
    Test number
    256425060860
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  12. Pass160,358 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    160,358 miles
    Test number
    697133592061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  13. Fail160,355 miles (+16,951)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,355 miles
    Test number
    953036300645
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded near trailing arm bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  14. Pass143,404 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    143,404 miles
    Test number
    784876085032
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine and rear diff
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (2.6.2)
  15. Fail143,404 miles (+10,669)10 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,404 miles
    Test number
    688940814585
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Lower mounting bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Both side upper and lower bushes (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower mounting bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine and rear diff
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (2.6.2)
  16. Pass132,735 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,735 miles
    Test number
    974514133414
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  17. Fail132,733 miles (+10,190)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,733 miles
    Test number
    326173722254
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both sides upper and lower bushes (2.7.4)
  18. Pass122,543 miles (+1)12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    122,543 miles
    Test number
    515032645139
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn
  19. Fail122,542 miles (+8,602)8 failures10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,542 miles
    Test number
    205150415421
    • FailureCentre Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteStarter motor faulty
    • NoteSterering damper bush worn
  20. Pass113,940 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    113,940 miles
    Test number
    739297304149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  21. Fail113,940 miles (+5,779)5 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,940 miles
    Test number
    537475304123
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  22. Pass108,161 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,161 miles
    Test number
    629723013182
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  23. Fail108,161 miles (+131)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,161 miles
    Test number
    608627103173
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  24. Fail108,030 miles (+6,059)8 failures10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,030 miles
    Test number
    148774073487
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear door have corroin on the under side of the doors
    • NoteThe nearside side step has excessive corrosion
    • NoteUpper fuel tank mount is broken but the fuel tank has no movement
    • NoteGear knob lose
  25. Pass101,971 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,971 miles
    Test number
    598652182099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  26. Fail101,971 miles (+1,463)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,971 miles
    Test number
    548197072083
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  27. Fail100,508 miles (+1,101)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,508 miles
    Test number
    187101301341
    • DangerousBoth sides front disc inner sides getting thin
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (3.3.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass99,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,407 miles
    Test number
    885069961091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail99,407 miles (+8,538)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,407 miles
    Test number
    759637261033
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
  30. Pass90,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,869 miles
    Test number
    102954460421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,869 miles (+9,476)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,869 miles
    Test number
    122200160499
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  32. Pass81,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,393 miles
    Test number
    570695159069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail81,393 miles (+9,340)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,393 miles
    Test number
    173098749035
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  34. Pass72,053 miles (+1)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    940071278039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f door corroded around bottom hinge
    • NoteO/s/r seat back missing
  35. Fail72,052 miles (+11,891)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,052 miles
    Test number
    453364468016
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt adjustment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f door corroded around bottom hinge
    • NoteO/s/r seat back missing
  36. Pass60,161 miles (+12,228)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,161 miles
    Test number
    733902557090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass47,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,933 miles
    Test number
    822074956045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T217 FAF

Does T217 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T217 FAF expired on 5 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T217 FAF?
The MOT on T217 FAF expired on 5 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T217 FAF done?
T217 FAF was recorded at 250,184 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2024, an average of 10,934 miles a year.
Has T217 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T217 FAF has failed 18 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T217 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 T217 FAF find?
T217 FAF passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm, and 3 more.

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