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Land Rover Defender

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T28 LROMOT history

T28 LRO is a green petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2026
Mileage
47,334 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2021
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 LRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T28 LRO was last recorded at 47,334 miles on 22 Mar 2021, 249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,085 miles · 23 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
249 miles
Average per year
1,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 47,334 miles
  • 2020 – 47,085 miles
  • 2019 – 46,467 miles
  • 2018 – 45,730 miles
  • 2017 – 44,967 miles
  • 2016 – 44,189 miles
  • 2015 – 43,329 miles
  • 2014 – 42,107 miles
  • 2013 – 40,055 miles
  • 2012 – 38,073 miles
  • 2011 – 35,409 miles
  • 2010 – 34,348 miles
  • 2009 – 32,621 miles
  • 2008 – 31,297 miles
  • 2007 – 28,661 miles
  • 2006 – 25,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    101480513539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    510478355990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    362208931152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    496462898091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,334 miles (+249)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    509613655613
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront I Couldn't see the condition of the front brake pads
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage steering box slightly leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass47,085 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    47,085 miles
    Test number
    279488227571
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889655934975
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Pass46,467 miles (+737)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,467 miles
    Test number
    652593784885
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,730 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,730 miles
    Test number
    520346291174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail45,722 miles (+755)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    455263039762
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass44,967 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,967 miles
    Test number
    421320221418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    618815316933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear belt not able to check due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear belt not able to check due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail44,189 miles (+860)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    985354289799
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended indicator (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear belt not able to check due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear belt not able to check due to child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass43,329 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,329 miles
    Test number
    698909685013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,107 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,107 miles
    Test number
    368675284052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,055 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,055 miles
    Test number
    127043973073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass38,073 miles (+2,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,073 miles
    Test number
    129340692420
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass35,409 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,409 miles
    Test number
    769337481077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,348 miles (+1,727)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,348 miles
    Test number
    171244580040
    • NoteVehicle presenter be aware front axle (differential) leaking oil

  20. Pass32,621 miles (+1,324)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,621 miles
    Test number
    971969589058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,297 miles (+2,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,297 miles
    Test number
    414537388096
    • NoteVehicle presenter be aware front axle leaking and minor leak from steering box

  22. Pass28,661 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,661 miles
    Test number
    450809877044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    25,260 miles
    Test number
    182181986066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T28 LRO

Does T28 LRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T28 LRO expired on 29 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T28 LRO?
The MOT on T28 LRO expired on 29 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T28 LRO done?
T28 LRO was recorded at 47,334 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2021, an average of 1,472 miles a year.
Has T28 LRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 LRO has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T28 LRO 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 T28 LRO find?
T28 LRO passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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