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White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T287 XBVMOT history

T287 XBV is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2024
Mileage
109,215 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T287 XBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T287 XBV was last recorded at 109,215 miles on 23 Oct 2023, 7,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,506 miles · 27 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7,709 miles
Average per year
4,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,215 miles
  • 2022 – 99,579 miles
  • 2020 – 97,096 miles
  • 2019 – 91,177 miles
  • 2017 – 84,503 miles
  • 2016 – 82,781 miles
  • 2015 – 78,895 miles
  • 2014 – 76,291 miles
  • 2013 – 72,417 miles
  • 2012 – 65,773 miles
  • 2011 – 61,732 miles
  • 2010 – 55,290 miles
  • 2008 – 45,043 miles
  • 2007 – 37,695 miles
  • 2006 – 37,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,215 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,215 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    610743296107
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,215 miles (+7,709)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    665175938769
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,506 miles (+1,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,506 miles
    Test number
    905684591306
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,579 miles (+2,483)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,579 miles
    Test number
    998165027937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass97,096 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    108558382321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp aim close to minimum limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp aim close to lower limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body work damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear non load bearing support cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  6. Fail97,095 miles (+11)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,095 miles
    Test number
    120271512391
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp aim close to minimum limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp aim close to lower limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body work damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear non load bearing support cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  7. Fail97,084 miles (+5,907)2 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,084 miles
    Test number
    133149314892
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp aim close to lower limt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp aim close to lower limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body work damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear non load bearing cross member corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  8. Pass91,177 miles (+6,674)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,177 miles
    Test number
    730078414747
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Strong advice front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStrong advice: displacement of the rear body brace relative to the chassis, Both rear body/floor mounts heavily corroded and slight corrosion around offside front body mount
    • AdvisoryUpper Fuel tank strap badly corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  9. Pass84,503 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,503 miles
    Test number
    117334241992
    • AdvisoryBody has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis Both rear body/floor mounts heavily corroded and slight corrosion around offside front body mount (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail84,502 miles (+1,721)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,502 miles
    Test number
    128176779529
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis Both rear body/floor mounts heavily corroded and slight corrosion around offside front body mount (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass82,781 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,781 miles
    Test number
    916313700756
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Body mounting (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front door heavily corroded on lower edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear door heavily corroded on lower edge and window frame
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  12. Fail82,766 miles (+3,871)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,766 miles
    Test number
    673662291457
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Body mounting (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front door heavily corroded on lower edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear door heavily corroded on lower edge and window frame
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  13. Pass78,895 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,895 miles
    Test number
    739971415150
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Fail78,893 miles (+2,602)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,893 miles
    Test number
    707127905143
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass76,291 miles (+3,874)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,291 miles
    Test number
    787380124183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,417 miles (+6,644)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    825582023117
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear wheel bearings slight play
    • NoteNearside rear ladder partially obscuring numberplate - legible
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  17. Pass65,773 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,773 miles
    Test number
    706090212140
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear egistration plate slightly obscurred by ladder - legible - STRONG ADVICE
    • NoteRear trailer socket casing damage

  18. Fail65,773 miles (+4,041)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,773 miles
    Test number
    878349602137
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear egistration plate slightly obscurred by ladder - legible - STRONG ADVICE
    • NoteRear trailer socket casing damage

  19. Pass61,732 miles (+6,442)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,732 miles
    Test number
    626471401113
    • NoteExhaust system and hanger brackets corroded
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc inner face corroding

  20. Pass55,290 miles (+10,247)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,290 miles
    Test number
    211183810111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    821987218358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,987 miles (+7,292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,987 miles
    Test number
    161737018374
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  23. Pass37,695 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,695 miles
    Test number
    101186017364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,090 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    703771336355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,742 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,742 miles
    Test number
    782947966172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCentre cross member deteriorated with corrosion
    • NoteOil leak - engine area
    • NoteOil leak - gearbox area
    • NoteOil leak - rear gearbox shaft

Questions about T287 XBV

Does T287 XBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T287 XBV expired on 22 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T287 XBV?
The MOT on T287 XBV expired on 22 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T287 XBV done?
T287 XBV was recorded at 109,215 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2023, an average of 4,292 miles a year.
Has T287 XBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T287 XBV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T287 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 T287 XBV find?
T287 XBV passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2023 with 5 advisories: front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front wheel bearing has slight play both, and 2 more.

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