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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T28 TGGMOT history

T28 TGG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 605,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
605,670 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
26,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 TGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T28 TGG was last recorded at 605,670 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 54,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2023: 52,318 miles, lower than 248,759 miles on 27 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
550,708 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
54,962 miles
Average per year
26,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 605,670 miles
  • 2025 – 550,708 miles
  • 2024 – 550,407 miles
  • 2023 – 52,318 miles
  • 2022 – 248,759 miles
  • 2020 – 242,848 miles
  • 2018 – 222,639 miles
  • 2017 – 203,337 miles
  • 2016 – 186,706 miles
  • 2015 – 167,729 miles
  • 2014 – 167,349 miles
  • 2013 – 160,698 miles
  • 2012 – 148,722 miles
  • 2011 – 136,432 miles
  • 2010 – 123,065 miles
  • 2009 – 109,700 miles
  • 2008 – 94,823 miles
  • 2006 – 83,648 miles
  • 2005 – 62,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass605,670 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Not able to check outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass605,670 miles (+54,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    605,670 miles
    Test number
    452279360769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass550,708 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    550,708 miles
    Test number
    975666535804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail550,407 miles (+498,089)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    550,407 miles
    Test number
    828392231901
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNot able to check outer sills

  4. Pass52,318 miles (-196,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    52,318 miles
    Test number
    872695008872
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNot able to check outer sills

  5. Pass248,759 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    248,759 miles
    Test number
    402999683109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail248,749 miles (+5,901)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,749 miles
    Test number
    728162978080
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass242,848 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    242,848 miles
    Test number
    528520386681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail242,845 miles (+20,206)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,845 miles
    Test number
    957524289519
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper strengthen plates corroded

  9. Pass222,639 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    222,639 miles
    Test number
    391183635922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail222,635 miles (+19,298)5 dangerous13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,635 miles
    Test number
    644920087112
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury rear door step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached bush missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass203,337 miles (+330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    203,337 miles
    Test number
    933899877827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail203,007 miles (+16,301)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,007 miles
    Test number
    768131280350
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass186,706 miles (+145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    186,706 miles
    Test number
    310391463187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail186,561 miles (+18,832)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,561 miles
    Test number
    545475463957
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass167,729 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    167,729 miles
    Test number
    337684105203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail167,729 miles (+380)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,729 miles
    Test number
    847044905274
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass167,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    167,349 miles
    Test number
    207575454119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail167,349 miles (+6,651)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,349 miles
    Test number
    658173754101
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass160,698 miles (+11,976)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    160,698 miles
    Test number
    649142403131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front steering hub balls seals leaking
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteDamage to n/s mirror
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine and gearbox

  20. Pass148,722 miles (+12,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    148,722 miles
    Test number
    505701832133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass136,432 miles (+13,367)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    136,432 miles
    Test number
    795602531136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass123,065 miles (+13,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    123,065 miles
    Test number
    203052410144
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass109,700 miles (+14,877)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,700 miles
    Test number
    993340629139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass94,823 miles (+11,175)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,823 miles
    Test number
    514465918117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass83,648 miles (+20,694)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,648 miles
    Test number
    654664556357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    903673906027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,954 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    690564565376
    • FailureFront Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T28 TGG

Does T28 TGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T28 TGG is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T28 TGG?
The MOT on T28 TGG is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T28 TGG done?
T28 TGG was recorded at 605,670 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 26,107 miles a year.
Has T28 TGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 TGG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T28 TGG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T28 TGG find?
T28 TGG passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front coil spring corroded.

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