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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

T23 TWLMOT history

T23 TWL is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 58,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
58,360 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 TWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
28 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 TWL was last recorded at 58,360 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,354 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,360 miles
  • 2025 – 48,242 miles
  • 2024 – 43,216 miles
  • 2023 – 40,988 miles
  • 2022 – 37,372 miles
  • 2021 – 29,351 miles
  • 2019 – 20,167 miles
  • 2018 – 14,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,360 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    58,360 miles
    Test number
    471645290457
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail58,354 miles (+10,112)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,354 miles
    Test number
    787125190679
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened torn up buy brake pad (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass48,242 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,242 miles
    Test number
    390006427753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail48,240 miles (+5,024)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,240 miles
    Test number
    789671167099
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned insecure (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass43,216 miles (+2,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    43,216 miles
    Test number
    598480667906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass40,988 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    40,988 miles
    Test number
    176839961826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,372 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    311339288800
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront diff leaking
    • AdvisoryFront pads low
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear pads low
  8. Fail37,370 miles (+8,019)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,370 miles
    Test number
    647204461262
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront diff leaking
    • AdvisoryFront pads low
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear pads low
  9. Pass29,351 miles (+9,184)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    29,351 miles
    Test number
    667254282910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    20,167 miles
    Test number
    141265534546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail20,167 miles (+5,405)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,167 miles
    Test number
    283414773621
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass14,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    14,762 miles
    Test number
    860478701856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail14,762 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,762 miles
    Test number
    457945022086
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Questions about T23 TWL

Does T23 TWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 TWL is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 TWL?
The MOT on T23 TWL is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 TWL done?
T23 TWL was recorded at 58,360 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,791 miles a year.
Has T23 TWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 TWL has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 TWL 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 TWL find?
T23 TWL passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper.

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