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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T26 GSSMOT history

T26 GSS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,190 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 GSS
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
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 GSS was last recorded at 93,190 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 1,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,437 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,753 miles
Average per year
3,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,190 miles
  • 2024 – 91,437 miles
  • 2023 – 89,773 miles
  • 2021 – 88,507 miles
  • 2020 – 87,317 miles
  • 2019 – 86,520 miles
  • 2018 – 85,158 miles
  • 2017 – 84,123 miles
  • 2016 – 83,034 miles
  • 2015 – 82,027 miles
  • 2014 – 80,806 miles
  • 2013 – 79,690 miles
  • 2012 – 77,826 miles
  • 2011 – 75,212 miles
  • 2010 – 73,459 miles
  • 2009 – 53,672 miles
  • 2008 – 44,656 miles
  • 2007 – 33,616 miles
  • 2006 – 24,920 miles
  • 2005 – 20,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,190 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,190 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,190 miles
    Test number
    328953709451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,437 miles (+245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    887156565573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,192 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,192 miles
    Test number
    923342211902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,189 miles (+1,416)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,189 miles
    Test number
    970701360269
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass89,773 miles (+1,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,773 miles
    Test number
    390086606275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass88,507 miles (+1,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    285958722657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,317 miles (+797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,317 miles
    Test number
    189490465932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass86,520 miles (+1,362)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,520 miles
    Test number
    292411327155
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,158 miles
    Test number
    353967804603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail85,158 miles (+1,035)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,158 miles
    Test number
    950838468902
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,123 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,123 miles
    Test number
    795438313311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,034 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,034 miles
    Test number
    220257152253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,027 miles (+1,221)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,027 miles
    Test number
    103690094884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,806 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,806 miles
    Test number
    236724344348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,690 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    79,690 miles
    Test number
    129005723393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,826 miles (+2,614)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,826 miles
    Test number
    769613932309
    • NoteRear discs's corroaded

  17. Pass75,212 miles (+1,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    408523231305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass73,459 miles (+19,787)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    612119540333
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear discs slight wear,corrosion and pitting

  19. Fail53,672 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    234874869276
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  20. Pass53,672 miles (+9,016)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    602704069211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,656 miles (+11,040)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,656 miles
    Test number
    684860298252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,616 miles (+8,696)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,616 miles
    Test number
    933121887284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,920 miles
    Test number
    834963696228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,920 miles (+3,951)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,920 miles
    Test number
    310170696201
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass20,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,969 miles
    Test number
    302721255249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 GSS

Does T26 GSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 GSS is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T26 GSS?
The MOT on T26 GSS is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 GSS done?
T26 GSS was recorded at 93,190 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,577 miles a year.
Has T26 GSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 GSS has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T26 GSS 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 T26 GSS find?
T26 GSS passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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