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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

T23 SSKMOT history

T23 SSK is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,671 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 SSK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 SSK was last recorded at 85,671 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,671 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,671 miles
  • 2024 – 78,612 miles
  • 2023 – 72,971 miles
  • 2022 – 65,956 miles
  • 2021 – 61,549 miles
  • 2020 – 59,712 miles
  • 2019 – 55,312 miles
  • 2018 – 50,867 miles
  • 2017 – 39,588 miles
  • 2016 – 29,926 miles
  • 2015 – 23,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,671 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,671 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    460082749226
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail85,671 miles (+7,059)4 dangerous7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    423883734789
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  3. Pass78,612 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,612 miles
    Test number
    770754756125
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail78,612 miles (+22)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,612 miles
    Test number
    630741319686
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail78,590 miles (+5,619)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,590 miles
    Test number
    330871290469
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect euro headlamp fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect euro headlamp fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,971 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,971 miles
    Test number
    749260681786
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  7. Fail72,971 miles (+7,015)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,971 miles
    Test number
    194118868141
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  8. Pass65,956 miles (+4,407)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    204911634114
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass61,549 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,549 miles
    Test number
    391700363910
    • MinorRear Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both rear steering arm ball joint dust covers perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail61,548 miles (+1,836)1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,548 miles
    Test number
    712945249375
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both rear steering arm ball joint dust covers perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass59,712 miles (+4,400)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,712 miles
    Test number
    104469637587
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seats Away No Seat Belt Check

  12. Pass55,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,312 miles
    Test number
    694958347430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail55,311 miles (+4,444)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,311 miles
    Test number
    259161314569
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen washer jet broken off (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass50,867 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,867 miles
    Test number
    702678810908
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  15. Fail50,865 miles (+11,277)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,865 miles
    Test number
    854749193491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  16. Pass39,588 miles (+9,662)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,588 miles
    Test number
    650384123174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,926 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    632578500161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight distorsion
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft uj worn

  18. Fail29,919 miles (+6,419)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,919 miles
    Test number
    384234402314
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight distorsion
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft uj worn

  19. Pass23,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,500 miles
    Test number
    380945300709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 SSK

Does T23 SSK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 SSK is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T23 SSK?
The MOT on T23 SSK is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 SSK done?
T23 SSK was recorded at 85,671 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,240 miles a year.
Has T23 SSK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 SSK has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T23 SSK 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 T23 SSK find?
T23 SSK passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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