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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,395 cc

T26 WESMOT history

T26 WES is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 57,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
57,343 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 WES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 WES was last recorded at 57,343 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,985 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
358 miles
Average per year
2,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,343 miles
  • 2024 – 56,985 miles
  • 2023 – 56,497 miles
  • 2022 – 55,749 miles
  • 2021 – 55,028 miles
  • 2020 – 53,916 miles
  • 2019 – 52,475 miles
  • 2018 – 49,993 miles
  • 2017 – 47,807 miles
  • 2016 – 42,510 miles
  • 2015 – 39,214 miles
  • 2014 – 34,422 miles
  • 2013 – 27,396 miles
  • 2012 – 22,049 miles
  • 2011 – 16,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joints/housing has slight seepage
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,343 miles (+358)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    57,343 miles
    Test number
    884540853041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joints/housing has slight seepage
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass56,985 miles (+2)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    56,985 miles
    Test number
    818825174770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn oil leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail56,983 miles (+486)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    819000997847
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt arm linked to bottom of box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn oil leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass56,497 miles (+16)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    56,497 miles
    Test number
    406101205209
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre hanger heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail56,481 miles (+732)1 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,481 miles
    Test number
    460802533843
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre hanger heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass55,749 miles (+721)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,749 miles
    Test number
    713307385816
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre pipe hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive around steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn hub slightly greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn hub slightly greasy (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass55,028 miles (+1,112)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,028 miles
    Test number
    408932250757
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis ladder/outer riggers/lower body mounts and suspension mounts have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn swivel hub slightly oil covered (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn swivel hub slightly oil covered (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lower engine area ? (ENGINE OIL ON MINIMUM ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam diff upper ball joint mount gaiter split (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass53,916 miles (+1,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    286761005564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass52,475 miles (+2,482)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,475 miles
    Test number
    375539292256
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Along Chassis - Marked With Yellow Chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass49,993 miles (+2,186)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,993 miles
    Test number
    999414346719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass47,807 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,807 miles
    Test number
    624653348324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub Seal Slight Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub Seal Slight Leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Fail47,807 miles (+5,297)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,807 miles
    Test number
    848877524889
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub Seal Slight Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub Seal Slight Leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass42,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    263769902110
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever travel is high

  14. Fail42,510 miles (+3,296)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    378069176270
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever travel is high

  15. Pass39,214 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,214 miles
    Test number
    694483531609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,422 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,422 miles
    Test number
    208815914475
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePassengers seat slightly ripped

  17. Pass34,422 miles (+7,026)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,422 miles
    Test number
    827255514186
    • NotePassengers seat slightly ripped

  18. Pass27,396 miles (+5,347)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,396 miles
    Test number
    957094013196
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePassengers seat ripped

  19. Pass22,049 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,049 miles
    Test number
    817121312190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,080 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,080 miles
    Test number
    447818111157
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass16,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,080 miles
    Test number
    777648111110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 WES

Does T26 WES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 WES is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T26 WES?
The MOT on T26 WES is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 WES done?
T26 WES was recorded at 57,343 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 2,829 miles a year.
Has T26 WES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 WES has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T26 WES 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 WES find?
T26 WES passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 12 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding, and 9 more.

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