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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T230 TEJMOT history

T230 TEJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 150,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
150,317 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 TEJ
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
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 TEJ was last recorded at 150,317 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 1,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,608 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,709 miles
Average per year
4,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,317 miles
  • 2024 – 148,608 miles
  • 2023 – 145,990 miles
  • 2022 – 144,542 miles
  • 2021 – 141,955 miles
  • 2020 – 139,818 miles
  • 2019 – 136,441 miles
  • 2018 – 133,245 miles
  • 2017 – 129,354 miles
  • 2016 – 125,814 miles
  • 2015 – 122,332 miles
  • 2014 – 118,020 miles
  • 2013 – 114,340 miles
  • 2012 – 109,126 miles
  • 2011 – 100,490 miles
  • 2010 – 87,461 miles
  • 2009 – 79,945 miles
  • 2008 – 76,115 miles
  • 2007 – 71,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,317 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Chassis starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,317 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    150,317 miles
    Test number
    341991539316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,608 miles
    Test number
    364198412138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail148,608 miles (+2,618)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,608 miles
    Test number
    759448011054
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass145,990 miles (+1,448)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,990 miles
    Test number
    428704409734
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass144,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    715778694374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail144,542 miles (+2,587)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    213795081466
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,955 miles (+2,137)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,955 miles
    Test number
    509039327233
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass139,818 miles (+3,377)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,818 miles
    Test number
    535531040291
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass136,441 miles (+3,196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    136,441 miles
    Test number
    795651817672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass133,245 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    133,245 miles
    Test number
    706503549155
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis starting to corrode

  11. Fail133,209 miles (+3,855)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,209 miles
    Test number
    142099443509
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis starting to corrode

  12. Pass129,354 miles (+3,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,354 miles
    Test number
    959448138223
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly worn uneven
    • AdvisoryWiper blades slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass125,814 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,814 miles
    Test number
    751805378482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,332 miles (+4,312)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    122,332 miles
    Test number
    279358195447
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear seats folded belts not checked
    • NoteSlight noise nearside front wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight noise offside front wheel bearing

  15. Pass118,020 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    619845474181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,340 miles (+5,214)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,340 miles
    Test number
    609833593156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers deteriated

  17. Pass109,126 miles (+8,636)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,126 miles
    Test number
    269218082125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,490 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    100,490 miles
    Test number
    266696091153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,347 miles (+12,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,347 miles
    Test number
    218554591400
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  20. Pass87,461 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,461 miles
    Test number
    880742700264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,438 miles (+7,493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,438 miles
    Test number
    370040500449
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass79,945 miles (+3,830)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,945 miles
    Test number
    533992999260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,115 miles (+4,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    76,115 miles
    Test number
    644378038393
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass71,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,260 miles
    Test number
    402309317250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 TEJ

Does T230 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T230 TEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T230 TEJ?
The MOT on T230 TEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T230 TEJ done?
T230 TEJ was recorded at 150,317 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 4,352 miles a year.
Has T230 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 TEJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T230 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 T230 TEJ find?
T230 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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