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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T25 LDRMOT history

T25 LDR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 207,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
207,535 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T25 LDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T25 LDR was last recorded at 207,535 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,535 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,535 miles
  • 2025 – 205,327 miles
  • 2024 – 200,531 miles
  • 2023 – 189,799 miles
  • 2022 – 183,197 miles
  • 2021 – 174,468 miles
  • 2019 – 167,505 miles
  • 2017 – 155,431 miles
  • 2016 – 151,091 miles
  • 2015 – 145,316 miles
  • 2014 – 135,960 miles
  • 2013 – 127,980 miles
  • 2012 – 120,115 miles
  • 2011 – 112,522 miles
  • 2010 – 104,605 miles
  • 2009 – 98,845 miles
  • 2008 – 84,397 miles
  • 2007 – 72,861 miles
  • 2006 – 58,394 miles
  • 2005 – 47,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,535 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

34 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,535 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    207,535 miles
    Test number
    584112957156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail207,535 miles (+2,208)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,535 miles
    Test number
    661452606969
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass205,327 miles (+57)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    205,327 miles
    Test number
    773014371557
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker damp marginal pass
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe poorly fixed
    • AdvisoryLoose wire o/s/f chassis
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end boot poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryPlay in top rear axle ball joint

  4. Fail205,270 miles (+4,739)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,270 miles
    Test number
    658641343563
    • DangerousOffside Lower Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexible hose pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexible hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoot on o/s track rod end poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake poorly secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear axle top ball joint
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking oil

  5. Pass200,531 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    200,531 miles
    Test number
    216467113472
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail200,530 miles (+10,731)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,530 miles
    Test number
    876808213658
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass189,799 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    189,799 miles
    Test number
    229485334978
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail189,799 miles (+6,602)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,799 miles
    Test number
    586926334299
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass183,197 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    183,197 miles
    Test number
    836393039295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail183,162 miles (+8,694)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,162 miles
    Test number
    198865458064
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass174,468 miles (+6,963)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,468 miles
    Test number
    325224124845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass167,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    167,505 miles
    Test number
    371200227820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail167,505 miles (+8,461)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,505 miles
    Test number
    491455765686
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass159,044 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    159,044 miles
    Test number
    944865496375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass155,431 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    155,431 miles
    Test number
    661386518141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass151,091 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    151,091 miles
    Test number
    392067578870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    145,316 miles
    Test number
    609691277065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail145,316 miles (+9,356)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,316 miles
    Test number
    502361159934
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

  19. Pass135,960 miles (+7,980)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    135,960 miles
    Test number
    778461914380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    127,980 miles
    Test number
    905672803303
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  21. Fail127,980 miles (+7,865)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,980 miles
    Test number
    759732103304
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  22. Pass120,115 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    120,115 miles
    Test number
    396828772255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail120,113 miles (+7,591)7 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,113 miles
    Test number
    896266672219
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass112,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    817103291273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,522 miles (+7,917)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    325002991267
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass104,605 miles (+5,760)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    104,605 miles
    Test number
    391342000376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass98,845 miles (+14,448)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,845 miles
    Test number
    112352299220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass84,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,397 miles
    Test number
    214631788253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail84,397 miles (+11,536)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,397 miles
    Test number
    332847178281
    • FailureCentre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  30. Pass72,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,861 miles
    Test number
    171255697274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail72,861 miles (+14,467)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,861 miles
    Test number
    783858787267
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Fail58,394 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    323808366436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  33. Pass58,394 miles (+11,320)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    614648866292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass47,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    351146975205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T25 LDR

Does T25 LDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T25 LDR is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T25 LDR?
The MOT on T25 LDR is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T25 LDR done?
T25 LDR was recorded at 207,535 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 7,758 miles a year.
Has T25 LDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T25 LDR has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T25 LDR 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 LDR find?
T25 LDR passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 5 more.

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