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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T238 TREMOT history

T238 TRE is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 153,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
153,590 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T238 TRE was last recorded at 153,590 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 2,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jul 2010: 87,444 miles, lower than 844,733 miles on 14 Jul 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,484 miles · 27 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,106 miles
Average per year
5,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,590 miles
  • 2022 – 151,484 miles
  • 2021 – 145,137 miles
  • 2020 – 138,031 miles
  • 2019 – 134,263 miles
  • 2018 – 126,838 miles
  • 2017 – 117,867 miles
  • 2016 – 109,249 miles
  • 2015 – 102,761 miles
  • 2014 – 96,195 miles
  • 2013 – 91,039 miles
  • 2012 – 90,560 miles
  • 2011 – 89,611 miles
  • 2010 – 87,500 miles
  • 2009 – 844,733 miles
  • 2008 – 80,968 miles
  • 2007 – 74,548 miles
  • 2006 – 63,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,590 miles
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Foot well, near body mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front seat belt buckle deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,590 miles (+2,106)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,590 miles
    Test number
    386457203439
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Foot well, near body mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,484 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,484 miles
    Test number
    882713943067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail151,466 miles (+6,329)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,466 miles
    Test number
    708123841459
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass145,137 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    145,137 miles
    Test number
    116509790000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail145,075 miles (+7,044)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,075 miles
    Test number
    497590462747
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush And lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush And lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass138,031 miles (+3,768)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    138,031 miles
    Test number
    768719839910
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    134,263 miles
    Test number
    189433538815
    • AdvisoryFront modified front seat belts fitted

  8. Fail134,263 miles (+7,425)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,263 miles
    Test number
    996631134028
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyre rubbing on shock (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront modified front seat belts fitted
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 (5.2.3 (f))

  9. Pass126,838 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,838 miles
    Test number
    253393259131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail126,803 miles (+8,936)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,803 miles
    Test number
    916084032018
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass117,867 miles (+8,618)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,867 miles
    Test number
    176802786571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driveshaft swivel has slight leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass109,249 miles (+6,488)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,249 miles
    Test number
    315900827047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass102,761 miles (+58)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,761 miles
    Test number
    367617785132
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail102,703 miles (+6,508)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,703 miles
    Test number
    297274285165
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass96,195 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    947339684182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail96,195 miles (+5,156)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    529479984164
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass91,039 miles (+479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    91,039 miles
    Test number
    275103093110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass90,560 miles (+949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,560 miles
    Test number
    766701892118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass89,611 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,611 miles
    Test number
    338336081135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,500 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,500 miles
    Test number
    492052000237
    • AdvisoryRadius arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail87,444 miles (-757,289)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,444 miles
    Test number
    862221700242
    • DangerousRear universal joint on front propshaft badly worn.
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass844,733 miles (+763,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    844,733 miles
    Test number
    900035899122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail80,968 miles1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,968 miles
    Test number
    392110718482
    • DangerousRear tyres tread cracked.
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass80,968 miles (+6,420)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,968 miles
    Test number
    413040418212
    • DangerousRear tyres tread cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass74,548 miles (+10,949)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,548 miles
    Test number
    242009297490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    63,599 miles
    Test number
    422928496169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T238 TRE

Does T238 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T238 TRE expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T238 TRE?
The MOT on T238 TRE expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T238 TRE done?
T238 TRE was recorded at 153,590 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 5,275 miles a year.
Has T238 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 TRE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T238 TRE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T238 TRE find?
T238 TRE passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced foot well, near body mountain; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor,, and 4 more.

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