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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

T25 ARBMOT history

T25 ARB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,179 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T25 ARB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T25 ARB was last recorded at 121,179 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,176 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,179 miles
  • 2025 – 117,665 miles
  • 2024 – 114,556 miles
  • 2023 – 112,249 miles
  • 2022 – 109,270 miles
  • 2021 – 105,780 miles
  • 2020 – 100,830 miles
  • 2019 – 94,492 miles
  • 2018 – 93,363 miles
  • 2016 – 92,817 miles
  • 2015 – 88,193 miles
  • 2014 – 78,791 miles
  • 2013 – 73,663 miles
  • 2012 – 63,882 miles
  • 2011 – 52,058 miles
  • 2010 – 45,082 miles
  • 2009 – 32,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,179 miles
  • MinorFront Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material General (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front number plate slightly obscured .... advise raise position slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front oil leaks from both halfshaft ball end seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Surface corrosion / flaking slightly various places on chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,179 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,179 miles
    Test number
    393428300639
    • MinorFront Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material General (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,176 miles (+3,511)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,176 miles
    Test number
    616706830225
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both side (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material General (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,665 miles (+3,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,665 miles
    Test number
    874157770127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,556 miles (+2,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,556 miles
    Test number
    780748169466
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,249 miles (+2,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,249 miles
    Test number
    512369881265
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,270 miles (+101)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    326934821938
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured .... advise raise position slightly
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaks from both halfshaft ball end seals
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion / flaking slightly various places on chassis
    • AdvisoryUnderside muddy ... advise steam clean for next test
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly

  7. Fail109,169 miles (+3,389)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,169 miles
    Test number
    837786055775
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing seat belt missing or obscured (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt from steering box area as marked (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly obscured .... advise raise position slightly
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaks from both halfshaft ball end seals
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion / flaking slightly various places on chassis
    • AdvisoryUnderside muddy ... advise steam clean for next test
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly

  8. Pass105,780 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,780 miles
    Test number
    993973008853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,830 miles (+6,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,830 miles
    Test number
    270883861133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP/O/S/R TOP BUSH (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass94,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,492 miles
    Test number
    529153841668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,492 miles (+1,129)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,492 miles
    Test number
    521249085291
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,363 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,363 miles
    Test number
    327241826728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,817 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    284323236827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,193 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,193 miles
    Test number
    126384605225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,791 miles
    Test number
    596447314210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail78,791 miles (+5,128)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,791 miles
    Test number
    919283014236
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail73,663 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    508412213213
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTipper body corroded/strengthener panels also corroded and holed

  18. Pass73,663 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    838152913284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTipper body corroded/strengthener panels also corroded and holed

  19. Fail73,663 miles (+9,781)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    867041513283
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass63,882 miles (+11,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,882 miles
    Test number
    645369022254
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass52,058 miles (+6,976)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,058 miles
    Test number
    757752541209
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  22. Pass45,082 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,082 miles
    Test number
    620874740291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,069 miles (+12,732)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,069 miles
    Test number
    632713140298
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass32,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,337 miles
    Test number
    381288639426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,337 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,337 miles
    Test number
    131008739280
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about T25 ARB

Does T25 ARB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T25 ARB is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T25 ARB?
The MOT on T25 ARB is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T25 ARB done?
T25 ARB was recorded at 121,179 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,373 miles a year.
Has T25 ARB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T25 ARB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T25 ARB 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 T25 ARB find?
T25 ARB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front towbar obstructing the registration plate; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material general; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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