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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T275 UEEMOT history

T275 UEE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 252,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
252,367 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T275 UEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T275 UEE was last recorded at 252,367 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 1,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,054 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,313 miles
Average per year
7,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,367 miles
  • 2025 – 251,054 miles
  • 2023 – 250,185 miles
  • 2022 – 249,998 miles
  • 2021 – 244,268 miles
  • 2017 – 230,993 miles
  • 2016 – 221,219 miles
  • 2015 – 201,908 miles
  • 2014 – 197,856 miles
  • 2013 – 186,419 miles
  • 2012 – 171,792 miles
  • 2011 – 159,649 miles
  • 2010 – 146,366 miles
  • 2009 – 131,855 miles
  • 2008 – 119,077 miles
  • 2007 – 106,436 miles
  • 2005 – 92,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,367 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (connects arm to chassis plate)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,367 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    252,367 miles
    Test number
    959148626604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass251,054 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    251,054 miles
    Test number
    658427887243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass250,185 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    250,185 miles
    Test number
    832053484102
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail250,185 miles (+187)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,185 miles
    Test number
    798371890897
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass249,998 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    249,998 miles
    Test number
    872985853559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (connects arm to chassis plate) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail249,993 miles (+5,725)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,993 miles
    Test number
    132802508061
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 track rod end (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 end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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 end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (connects arm to chassis plate) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass244,268 miles (+13,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    244,268 miles
    Test number
    478448679166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass230,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    230,993 miles
    Test number
    727875568368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear,rear part to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Fail230,993 miles (+9,774)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,993 miles
    Test number
    558212621275
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear,rear part to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Pass221,219 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    221,219 miles
    Test number
    751388602941
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail221,219 miles (+19,311)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,219 miles
    Test number
    797211768194
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel valve on engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass201,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    201,908 miles
    Test number
    149030095452
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail201,908 miles (+4,052)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,908 miles
    Test number
    299956485001
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass197,856 miles (+11,437)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    197,856 miles
    Test number
    216485364003
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail186,419 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,419 miles
    Test number
    155584163053
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass186,419 miles (+14,627)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    186,419 miles
    Test number
    607504663030
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass171,792 miles (+12,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    171,792 miles
    Test number
    545643512025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass159,649 miles (+13,283)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    159,649 miles
    Test number
    799944411093
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass146,366 miles (+14,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    146,366 miles
    Test number
    242393510036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass131,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    131,855 miles
    Test number
    640456309058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail131,855 miles (+12,778)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,855 miles
    Test number
    140436909017
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass119,077 miles (+12,641)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    119,077 miles
    Test number
    842752908052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,436 miles (+14,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    151965007080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass92,209 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    92,209 miles
    Test number
    414532545443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,142 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,142 miles
    Test number
    504457325357
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T275 UEE

Does T275 UEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T275 UEE is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T275 UEE?
The MOT on T275 UEE is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T275 UEE done?
T275 UEE was recorded at 252,367 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 7,963 miles a year.
Has T275 UEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T275 UEE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T275 UEE 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 T275 UEE find?
T275 UEE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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