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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T276 AOHMOT history

T276 AOH is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 170,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2025
Mileage
170,702 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2024
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T276 AOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T276 AOH was last recorded at 170,702 miles on 19 Dec 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,684 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,702 miles
  • 2023 – 169,311 miles
  • 2022 – 167,152 miles
  • 2021 – 164,940 miles
  • 2020 – 161,629 miles
  • 2019 – 160,167 miles
  • 2018 – 159,177 miles
  • 2017 – 158,679 miles
  • 2016 – 158,153 miles
  • 2015 – 157,385 miles
  • 2014 – 156,426 miles
  • 2013 – 155,441 miles
  • 2012 – 152,921 miles
  • 2011 – 150,503 miles
  • 2009 – 146,406 miles
  • 2008 – 129,620 miles
  • 2007 – 121,821 miles
  • 2006 – 121,128 miles
  • 2005 – 113,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,702 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower bulkhead/floor corners(tunnel ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear bump stops missing at time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,702 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    170,702 miles
    Test number
    901900824515
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower bulkhead/floor corners(tunnel ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  2. Fail170,684 miles (+1,373)9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,684 miles
    Test number
    403334760349
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn panhard bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn forward most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rubber bump stops missing
  3. Pass169,311 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    169,311 miles
    Test number
    635592705341
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
  4. Fail169,308 miles (+2,156)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,308 miles
    Test number
    215243940932
    • MajorFuel system component leaking off side rear end cylinder head fuel inlet (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing at time of test
  5. Pass167,152 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    167,152 miles
    Test number
    975830024752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leaks from front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing at time of test
  6. Fail167,150 miles (+2,210)1 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,150 miles
    Test number
    144390098932
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leaks from front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing at time of test
  7. Pass164,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    164,940 miles
    Test number
    117048025442
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail164,939 miles (+3,310)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,939 miles
    Test number
    886475707945
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass161,629 miles (+1,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    161,629 miles
    Test number
    274398557640
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass160,167 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,167 miles
    Test number
    956806884648
    • AdvisoryO/S/F AND REAR TYRES CRACKING ON SIDEWALL
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Fail160,167 miles (+990)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,167 miles
    Test number
    678352171853
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and rear tyres cracking on sidewall
  12. Pass159,177 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    159,177 miles
    Test number
    622805775738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f strut top nut corroded
  13. Fail159,175 miles (+496)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,175 miles
    Test number
    689337455570
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded by brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f strut top nut corroded
  14. Pass158,679 miles (+526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    158,679 miles
    Test number
    487368896520
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust bracket broken
  15. Pass158,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,153 miles
    Test number
    292827532002
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Fail158,153 miles (+768)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,153 miles
    Test number
    328962245155
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt middle (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass157,385 miles (+959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    157,385 miles
    Test number
    165718295051
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  18. Pass156,426 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,426 miles
    Test number
    305235214102
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail156,419 miles (+978)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,419 miles
    Test number
    129080284037
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass155,441 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    155,441 miles
    Test number
    986182603111
    • NoteCoolant leak
  21. Fail155,441 miles (+2,520)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,441 miles
    Test number
    896810383035
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass152,921 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    152,921 miles
    Test number
    148491882034
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tractor joint leaking
  23. Fail152,913 miles (+2,410)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,913 miles
    Test number
    865796272008
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tractor joint leaking
  24. Pass150,503 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    150,503 miles
    Test number
    436519781062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Fail150,479 miles (+4,073)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,479 miles
    Test number
    126700681474
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteNearside front out rigger under pass seat starting to corrode
  26. Pass146,406 miles (+8,796)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    146,406 miles
    Test number
    700401759360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  27. Pass137,610 miles (+7,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    137,610 miles
    Test number
    482106409091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
  28. Pass129,620 miles (+7,799)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    129,620 miles
    Test number
    100328508474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass121,821 miles (+693)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    121,821 miles
    Test number
    153477117008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass121,128 miles (+7,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    121,128 miles
    Test number
    753681236362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  31. Pass113,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    204145235301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T276 AOH

Does T276 AOH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T276 AOH expired on 18 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T276 AOH?
The MOT on T276 AOH expired on 18 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T276 AOH done?
T276 AOH was recorded at 170,702 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2024, an average of 2,999 miles a year.
Has T276 AOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T276 AOH has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T276 AOH 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 T276 AOH find?
T276 AOH passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2024 with 7 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower bulkhead/floor corners(tunnel ); offside front lower axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 4 more.

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