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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T273 PKMMOT history

T273 PKM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 183,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
183,379 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 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 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 PKM was last recorded at 183,379 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,868 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,511 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,379 miles
  • 2024 – 181,868 miles
  • 2023 – 180,371 miles
  • 2022 – 178,377 miles
  • 2021 – 175,810 miles
  • 2020 – 166,857 miles
  • 2019 – 163,630 miles
  • 2018 – 163,584 miles
  • 2017 – 163,408 miles
  • 2016 – 163,202 miles
  • 2015 – 161,881 miles
  • 2011 – 159,852 miles
  • 2010 – 151,125 miles
  • 2009 – 143,307 miles
  • 2008 – 132,930 miles
  • 2007 – 120,994 miles
  • 2006 – 106,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,379 miles
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,379 miles (+1,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    183,379 miles
    Test number
    749823226005
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass181,868 miles (+1,497)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    181,868 miles
    Test number
    904533900302
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass180,371 miles (+28)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    180,371 miles
    Test number
    643635598735
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail180,343 miles (+1,966)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,343 miles
    Test number
    822263499706
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass178,377 miles (+2,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    178,377 miles
    Test number
    314151169216
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass175,810 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    175,810 miles
    Test number
    861288529254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail175,804 miles (+8,947)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,804 miles
    Test number
    899342564121
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  8. Pass166,857 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,857 miles
    Test number
    446593294602
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on min, various oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck mount not 100%
    • AdvisoryNo nylock nuts on rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryNo reversing light
    • AdvisoryOsf and osr tyre perished
    • AdvisoryTipping bed fixed down with ratchet strap

  9. Fail166,854 miles (+3,224)1 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,854 miles
    Test number
    208806897260
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm pivot housing casing has relative movement to chassis/bodywork steering damper bush (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front rod, also has play in ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt diff ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm from box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on min, various oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck mount not 100%
    • AdvisoryNo nylock nuts on rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryNo reversing light
    • AdvisoryOsf and osr tyre perished
    • AdvisoryTipping bed fixed down with ratchet strap

  10. Pass163,630 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,630 miles
    Test number
    205856765196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    163,584 miles
    Test number
    521320210233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail163,584 miles (+176)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,584 miles
    Test number
    750142290505
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass163,408 miles (+206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    163,408 miles
    Test number
    522297905867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  14. Pass163,202 miles (+1,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    163,202 miles
    Test number
    184470450593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass161,881 miles (+2,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    161,881 miles
    Test number
    827718565010
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail159,852 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,852 miles
    Test number
    147690091223
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass159,852 miles (+8,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    159,852 miles
    Test number
    237570491277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass151,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    151,125 miles
    Test number
    234374590296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail151,125 miles (+7,818)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,125 miles
    Test number
    351953790266
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass143,307 miles (+10,377)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    143,307 miles
    Test number
    262663559239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass132,930 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    132,930 miles
    Test number
    670072578181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,929 miles (+11,935)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,929 miles
    Test number
    852580878175
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  23. Pass120,994 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    120,994 miles
    Test number
    904896567116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,993 miles (+14,888)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,993 miles
    Test number
    514899457114
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass106,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    106,105 miles
    Test number
    900665246136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T273 PKM

Does T273 PKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T273 PKM is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T273 PKM?
The MOT on T273 PKM is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T273 PKM done?
T273 PKM was recorded at 183,379 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has T273 PKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 PKM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T273 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 T273 PKM find?
T273 PKM passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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