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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T271 PKMMOT history

T271 PKM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 160,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
160,252 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T271 PKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T271 PKM was last recorded at 160,252 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,194 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
3,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,252 miles
  • 2024 – 160,194 miles
  • 2020 – 160,100 miles
  • 2018 – 157,739 miles
  • 2017 – 154,933 miles
  • 2016 – 148,044 miles
  • 2015 – 142,529 miles
  • 2014 – 139,927 miles
  • 2013 – 134,948 miles
  • 2012 – 130,793 miles
  • 2011 – 127,011 miles
  • 2010 – 120,525 miles
  • 2009 – 111,322 miles
  • 2008 – 104,078 miles
  • 2007 – 94,732 miles
  • 2006 – 85,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,252 miles
  • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to underside

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front swivel oil seal has slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,252 miles (+58)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    160,252 miles
    Test number
    617180311345
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to underside

  2. Pass160,194 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,194 miles
    Test number
    903966932713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,100 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    160,100 miles
    Test number
    205152080522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,739 miles (+2,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    157,739 miles
    Test number
    245543177990
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,933 miles (+6,889)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    154,933 miles
    Test number
    491848267089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,044 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    148,044 miles
    Test number
    489774068843
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel oil seal has slight leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  7. Fail148,043 miles (+5,514)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,043 miles
    Test number
    391979415248
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel oil seal has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  8. Pass142,529 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,529 miles
    Test number
    267526165161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,927 miles (+4,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    139,927 miles
    Test number
    486441874123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass134,948 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    134,948 miles
    Test number
    737328943163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,793 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,793 miles
    Test number
    216292372181
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front chassis outrigger slightly corroded
    • NoteSeveral chips to windscreen
    • NoteSurface corrosion to chassis

  12. Fail130,793 miles (+3,782)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,793 miles
    Test number
    307120572164
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front chassis outrigger slightly corroded
    • NoteSeveral chips to windscreen
    • NoteSurface corrosion to chassis

  13. Pass127,011 miles (+6,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    127,011 miles
    Test number
    116649721254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass120,525 miles (+20)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    120,525 miles
    Test number
    110034470170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSteering box drop arm appears "damp" , may have been cleaned off prior to MOT, however no leak apparent during test
    • NoteSurface corrosion started to areas of chassis

  15. Fail120,505 miles (+9,183)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,505 miles
    Test number
    312882470162
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar bushes slightly worn
    • NoteRear discs worn and pads getting low
    • NoteSteering box drop arm appears "damp" , may have been cleaned off prior to MOT, however no leak apparent during test
    • NoteSurface corrosion started to areas of chassis

  16. Fail111,322 miles1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    490576269150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass111,322 miles (+7,244)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    840386869154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass104,078 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    104,078 miles
    Test number
    972809368150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail104,074 miles (+9,342)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,074 miles
    Test number
    564308368171
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass94,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    713345067118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,732 miles (+9,238)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    444774967174
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail85,494 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,494 miles
    Test number
    412458476177
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteSlight play in o/side steering damper bush

  23. Pass85,494 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,494 miles
    Test number
    814168376114
    • NoteSlight play in o/side steering damper bush

Questions about T271 PKM

Does T271 PKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T271 PKM is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T271 PKM?
The MOT on T271 PKM is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T271 PKM done?
T271 PKM was recorded at 160,252 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,847 miles a year.
Has T271 PKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T271 PKM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on T271 PKM 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 T271 PKM find?
T271 PKM passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: brake warning device malfunctioning or defective; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; slight surface corrosion to underside.

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