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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T234 LRNMOT history

T234 LRN is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 261,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
261,054 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T234 LRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T234 LRN was last recorded at 261,054 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,057 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,997 miles
Average per year
8,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 261,054 miles
  • 2025 – 257,057 miles
  • 2024 – 251,622 miles
  • 2023 – 246,036 miles
  • 2022 – 240,892 miles
  • 2021 – 235,932 miles
  • 2020 – 228,285 miles
  • 2019 – 153,798 miles
  • 2018 – 145,334 miles
  • 2017 – 139,359 miles
  • 2016 – 137,746 miles
  • 2015 – 135,767 miles
  • 2014 – 131,435 miles
  • 2013 – 129,084 miles
  • 2012 – 124,209 miles
  • 2011 – 119,209 miles
  • 2010 – 111,250 miles
  • 2009 – 103,809 miles
  • 2008 – 101,102 miles
  • 2007 – 98,811 miles
  • 2006 – 94,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,054 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bulkhead corroded slightly
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering system slightly rough box (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,054 miles (+3,997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    261,054 miles
    Test number
    945400360564
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bulkhead corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass257,057 miles (+5,435)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    257,057 miles
    Test number
    123923900021
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass251,622 miles (+5,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    251,622 miles
    Test number
    890986112086
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass246,036 miles (+142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    246,036 miles
    Test number
    878984971762
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail245,894 miles (+5,002)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,894 miles
    Test number
    153939869346
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass240,892 miles (+4,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    240,892 miles
    Test number
    265014306416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass235,932 miles (+7,647)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    235,932 miles
    Test number
    973510614231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass228,285 miles (+74,487)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    228,285 miles
    Test number
    294309048106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass153,798 miles (+8,464)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,798 miles
    Test number
    645322544430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass145,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    145,334 miles
    Test number
    510479328940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail145,334 miles (+5,370)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,334 miles
    Test number
    978233780283
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass139,964 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,964 miles
    Test number
    196890092705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough box (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f heatshield insecure lower

  13. Fail139,964 miles (+605)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,964 miles
    Test number
    167482213314
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough box (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f heatshield insecure lower

  14. Pass139,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    139,359 miles
    Test number
    740580764694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail139,359 miles (+1,613)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,359 miles
    Test number
    767642610326
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass137,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,746 miles
    Test number
    435925599030
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail137,746 miles (+1,979)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,746 miles
    Test number
    483261335256
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass135,767 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    135,767 miles
    Test number
    646990575069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering box leaking fluid

  19. Fail135,752 miles (+4,317)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,752 miles
    Test number
    666223925003
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering box leaking fluid

  20. Pass131,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    131,435 miles
    Test number
    147471024491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail131,435 miles (+2,351)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,435 miles
    Test number
    977256414027
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass129,084 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    129,084 miles
    Test number
    409273003105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,209 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,209 miles
    Test number
    337832212184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass119,209 miles (+7,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    119,209 miles
    Test number
    209191411495
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass111,250 miles (+7,441)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    111,250 miles
    Test number
    423387610169
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

  26. Pass103,809 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,809 miles
    Test number
    263577219428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail103,803 miles (+2,701)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,803 miles
    Test number
    894072519104
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass101,102 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    101,102 miles
    Test number
    254492598039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass98,811 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    98,811 miles
    Test number
    394197497092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail98,608 miles (+3,757)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,608 miles
    Test number
    701263987096
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass94,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    94,851 miles
    Test number
    573997796066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T234 LRN

Does T234 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T234 LRN is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T234 LRN?
The MOT on T234 LRN is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T234 LRN done?
T234 LRN was recorded at 261,054 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 8,102 miles a year.
Has T234 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T234 LRN has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T234 LRN 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 T234 LRN find?
T234 LRN passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; offside front upper bulkhead corroded slightly; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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