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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T280 AKPMOT history

T280 AKP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 163,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2024
Mileage
163,101 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T280 AKP
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T280 AKP was last recorded at 163,101 miles on 9 Sept 2023, 4,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,962 miles · 11 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
4,139 miles
Average per year
4,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,101 miles
  • 2022 – 158,962 miles
  • 2021 – 149,583 miles
  • 2020 – 143,819 miles
  • 2019 – 143,432 miles
  • 2018 – 142,044 miles
  • 2017 – 141,725 miles
  • 2016 – 140,736 miles
  • 2015 – 139,265 miles
  • 2014 – 137,053 miles
  • 2013 – 134,203 miles
  • 2012 – 129,402 miles
  • 2011 – 123,548 miles
  • 2010 – 117,774 miles
  • 2009 – 111,199 miles
  • 2008 – 109,919 miles
  • 2006 – 106,602 miles
  • 2005 – 90,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,101 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,101 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    163,101 miles
    Test number
    982567590568
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail163,101 miles (+4,139)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,101 miles
    Test number
    578832541472
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,962 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    158,962 miles
    Test number
    672707915802
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail158,962 miles (+9,379)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,962 miles
    Test number
    789766539659
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass149,583 miles (+5,764)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    149,583 miles
    Test number
    561204643281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    143,819 miles
    Test number
    771599560711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail143,818 miles (+386)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,818 miles
    Test number
    447472839802
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass143,432 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    143,432 miles
    Test number
    471947943130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,044 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,044 miles
    Test number
    330322404021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass141,725 miles (+989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,725 miles
    Test number
    639999781395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket corroded

  11. Pass140,736 miles (+1,471)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    140,736 miles
    Test number
    907681162215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,265 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    139,265 miles
    Test number
    188880055494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass137,053 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    137,053 miles
    Test number
    455312654089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,203 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    134,203 miles
    Test number
    709253653068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail134,192 miles (+4,790)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,192 miles
    Test number
    185506243462
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass129,402 miles (+5,854)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    129,402 miles
    Test number
    609464532065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corrodid in places.

  17. Pass123,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    123,548 miles
    Test number
    575145831030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,548 miles (+5,774)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,548 miles
    Test number
    838845531085
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass117,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    117,774 miles
    Test number
    651444030030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail117,774 miles (+6,575)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,774 miles
    Test number
    932224130017
    • FailureCentre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass111,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    111,199 miles
    Test number
    291815439028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,199 miles (+1,280)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,199 miles
    Test number
    811488629010
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass109,919 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    109,919 miles
    Test number
    833315128066
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 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)

  24. Fail109,919 miles (+3,317)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,919 miles
    Test number
    483655128082
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 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)

  25. Pass106,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    106,602 miles
    Test number
    733819946301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail106,602 miles (+16,190)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,602 miles
    Test number
    603917946355
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly deterioated

  27. Pass90,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    90,412 miles
    Test number
    280429085424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T280 AKP

Does T280 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T280 AKP expired on 8 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T280 AKP?
The MOT on T280 AKP expired on 8 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T280 AKP done?
T280 AKP was recorded at 163,101 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2023, an average of 4,000 miles a year.
Has T280 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T280 AKP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T280 AKP 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 T280 AKP find?
T280 AKP passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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