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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T282 APOMOT history

T282 APO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 62,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
62,788 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T282 APO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T282 APO was last recorded at 62,788 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 3,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,212 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,576 miles
Average per year
1,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,788 miles
  • 2025 – 59,212 miles
  • 2014 – 58,797 miles
  • 2013 – 57,863 miles
  • 2012 – 56,599 miles
  • 2011 – 53,828 miles
  • 2010 – 49,982 miles
  • 2009 – 42,604 miles
  • 2008 – 40,216 miles
  • 2007 – 30,626 miles
  • 2006 – 29,016 miles
  • 2005 – 28,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,788 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes Discs Causing A Vibration When Braking
  • AdvisorySteering Damper Bushes Worn

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,788 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    62,788 miles
    Test number
    742173197656
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes Discs Causing A Vibration When Braking
    • AdvisorySteering Damper Bushes Worn

  2. Fail62,788 miles (+3,576)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,788 miles
    Test number
    618777638223
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes Discs Causing A Vibration When Braking
    • AdvisorySteering Damper Bushes Worn

  3. Pass59,212 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,212 miles
    Test number
    809662454752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,209 miles (+412)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    390485814691
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass58,797 miles (+934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,797 miles
    Test number
    407347344497
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass57,863 miles (+1,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,863 miles
    Test number
    495377023406
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass56,599 miles (+2,771)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,599 miles
    Test number
    629566622307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Pass53,828 miles (+3,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,828 miles
    Test number
    239303021362
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass49,982 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,982 miles
    Test number
    521414120314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,604 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,604 miles
    Test number
    724835529371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,216 miles (+9,590)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,216 miles
    Test number
    263124418205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,626 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,626 miles
    Test number
    474643007117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,016 miles (+51)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,016 miles
    Test number
    830288016136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteDamp around n/s front sphere seal
    • NoteLight corrosion on rear brake discs
    • NoteRear brake binding very slightly

  14. Pass28,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    28,965 miles
    Test number
    242752885452
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T282 APO

Does T282 APO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T282 APO is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T282 APO?
The MOT on T282 APO is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T282 APO done?
T282 APO was recorded at 62,788 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 1,625 miles a year.
Has T282 APO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T282 APO has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T282 APO 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 T282 APO find?
T282 APO passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brakes discs causing a vibration when braking; steering damper bushes worn.

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