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Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T285 XBVMOT history

T285 XBV is an orange diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2021 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2021
Mileage
138,797 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 XBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T285 XBV was last recorded at 138,797 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 1,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,976 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,821 miles
Average per year
3,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 138,797 miles
  • 2020 – 136,976 miles
  • 2019 – 135,162 miles
  • 2018 – 129,310 miles
  • 2016 – 125,528 miles
  • 2015 – 123,154 miles
  • 2013 – 119,576 miles
  • 2011 – 114,659 miles
  • 2010 – 108,146 miles
  • 2009 – 98,588 miles
  • 2008 – 90,882 miles
  • 2006 – 89,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,797 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,797 miles (+1,821)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,797 miles
    Test number
    449609923718
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,976 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,976 miles
    Test number
    790618371420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,162 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,162 miles
    Test number
    171701610477
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  4. Fail135,154 miles (+5,844)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    747935844988
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  5. Pass129,310 miles (+3,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,310 miles
    Test number
    489536531709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis riggers (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass125,528 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    125,528 miles
    Test number
    931467882963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,520 miles (+2,366)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,520 miles
    Test number
    900479926152
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  8. Pass123,154 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    123,154 miles
    Test number
    968804505258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,576 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,576 miles
    Test number
    257239633316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,574 miles (+4,915)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,574 miles
    Test number
    236908833367
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass114,659 miles (+6,513)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    114,659 miles
    Test number
    428708501199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,146 miles (+9,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,146 miles
    Test number
    253835830463
    • NoteRear brake pad linnigs just above the legal limit pf 1.5mm thick

  13. Pass98,588 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    98,588 miles
    Test number
    710411249164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,582 miles (+7,700)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,582 miles
    Test number
    493689839162
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass90,882 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    90,882 miles
    Test number
    494654348179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,881 miles (+1,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    462158038199
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass89,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    171728216348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,667 miles (+7,573)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,667 miles
    Test number
    411327116484
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass82,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    82,094 miles
    Test number
    444422186010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,094 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,094 miles
    Test number
    501805876055
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T285 XBV

Does T285 XBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T285 XBV expired on 16 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T285 XBV?
The MOT on T285 XBV expired on 16 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T285 XBV done?
T285 XBV was recorded at 138,797 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 3,617 miles a year.
Has T285 XBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 XBV has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T285 XBV 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 T285 XBV find?
T285 XBV failed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with 2 dangerous defects and 8 major defects: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; rear passenger's seat insecure; central rear seat belt buckle damaged, and 7 more.

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