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Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T293 JTRMOT history

T293 JTR is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 188,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
188,335 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T293 JTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T293 JTR was last recorded at 188,335 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,313 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
8,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,335 miles
  • 2025 – 188,313 miles
  • 2023 – 184,990 miles
  • 2022 – 183,699 miles
  • 2021 – 175,784 miles
  • 2020 – 169,722 miles
  • 2019 – 165,170 miles
  • 2017 – 156,773 miles
  • 2016 – 142,472 miles
  • 2015 – 128,461 miles
  • 2014 – 106,201 miles
  • 2013 – 96,354 miles
  • 2012 – 85,840 miles
  • 2011 – 77,502 miles
  • 2009 – 67,746 miles
  • 2008 – 57,880 miles
  • 2006 – 30,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,335 miles

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,335 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    188,335 miles
    Test number
    900002461255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,313 miles (+3,323)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,313 miles
    Test number
    181566927629
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft likely to become detached loose bolts both ends (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering system fouling Brake pipe rubbing on spring seat (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper bushes heavily worn

  3. Pass184,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,990 miles
    Test number
    427696057125
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail184,963 miles (+22)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,963 miles
    Test number
    402142357684
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail184,941 miles (+1,242)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,941 miles
    Test number
    836485132437
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn large swivel joint has excessive play present! (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged seat belt buckle casing broken. working as it should!! (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber perished
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody and components corroded

  6. Pass183,699 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    183,699 miles
    Test number
    347806080301
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail183,696 miles (+7,912)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,696 miles
    Test number
    263513171782
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass175,784 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,784 miles
    Test number
    992866057079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail175,782 miles (+6,060)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,782 miles
    Test number
    622885392724
    • DangerousOffside Front Drag link locking split pin missing
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both rear brake pipes rusty that run front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass169,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,722 miles
    Test number
    245355219426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail169,722 miles (+4,552)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,722 miles
    Test number
    203088066023
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass165,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    165,170 miles
    Test number
    990255970484
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail165,170 miles (+8,397)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,170 miles
    Test number
    927717813014
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety brake fluid at caliper (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass156,773 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    156,773 miles
    Test number
    418423717494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail156,748 miles (+14,276)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,748 miles
    Test number
    219966393079
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass142,472 miles (+14,011)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    142,472 miles
    Test number
    336570390457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,461 miles (+11,375)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    128,461 miles
    Test number
    222932130983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,086 miles (+10,885)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,086 miles
    Test number
    369275605050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass106,201 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    106,201 miles
    Test number
    308666104077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,131 miles (+9,777)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,131 miles
    Test number
    498172604067
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass96,354 miles (+10,514)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,354 miles
    Test number
    697052703005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteWipers dont self park

  22. Pass85,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    625563402067
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  23. Fail85,840 miles (+8,338)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    477243002007
    • FailureNearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  24. Pass77,502 miles (+9,756)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    77,502 miles
    Test number
    808294101065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,746 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,746 miles
    Test number
    421975849412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail67,682 miles (+9,802)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,682 miles
    Test number
    273234549331
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass57,880 miles (+10,478)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,880 miles
    Test number
    932126348334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,402 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,402 miles
    Test number
    772112508081
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside front drag link end.

  29. Fail47,402 miles (+16,693)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,402 miles
    Test number
    353082908048
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside front drag link end.

  30. Pass30,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,709 miles
    Test number
    180100676133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T293 JTR

Does T293 JTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T293 JTR is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T293 JTR?
The MOT on T293 JTR is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T293 JTR done?
T293 JTR was recorded at 188,335 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 8,050 miles a year.
Has T293 JTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T293 JTR has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T293 JTR 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 T293 JTR find?
T293 JTR passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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