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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T295 VEUMOT history

T295 VEU is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 154,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
154,660 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T295 VEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T295 VEU was last recorded at 154,660 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 3,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,461 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,199 miles
Average per year
4,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,660 miles
  • 2025 – 151,461 miles
  • 2024 – 147,897 miles
  • 2023 – 146,019 miles
  • 2022 – 145,727 miles
  • 2021 – 144,932 miles
  • 2019 – 137,351 miles
  • 2018 – 132,731 miles
  • 2016 – 126,133 miles
  • 2015 – 120,534 miles
  • 2014 – 113,662 miles
  • 2013 – 109,303 miles
  • 2012 – 105,131 miles
  • 2011 – 98,412 miles
  • 2010 – 94,657 miles
  • 2008 – 86,261 miles
  • 2007 – 81,730 miles
  • 2006 – 72,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,660 miles
  • AdvisorySteering stabilizer bush deteriated

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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Drivers door panal missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Drivers seat belt clasp plastic suround missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Slight play in off side front steering ball bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,660 miles (+3,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    154,660 miles
    Test number
    946439420416
    • AdvisorySteering stabilizer bush deteriated
  2. Pass151,461 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,461 miles
    Test number
    373907453186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,897 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    147,897 miles
    Test number
    395445187929
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door panal missing
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt clasp plastic suround missing
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side front steering ball bearing
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes deteriated
  4. Fail147,897 miles (+1,878)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,897 miles
    Test number
    362417345904
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door panal missing
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt clasp plastic suround missing
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side front steering ball bearing
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes deteriated
  5. Pass146,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    146,019 miles
    Test number
    389713175666
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  6. Fail146,019 miles (+292)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,019 miles
    Test number
    671888470995
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front ssivel ball hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryClutch slave cylinder leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  7. Pass145,727 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    145,727 miles
    Test number
    476091562714
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt stalk outer casing missing - operation not adversely affected but increased risk of false activation
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from power steering pump/pipework close to radiator - not excessive - monitor oil level in reservoir
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil residue from swivel joint oil seal - not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stabiliser torsion rod front bush rubber deteriorated
  8. Fail145,727 miles (+795)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,727 miles
    Test number
    704111505671
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working Also inoperative on hazard light operation. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt stalk outer casing missing - operation not adversely affected but increased risk of false activation
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from power steering pump/pipework close to radiator - not excessive - monitor oil level in reservoir
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil residue from swivel joint oil seal - not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stabiliser torsion rod front bush rubber deteriorated
  9. Pass144,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,932 miles
    Test number
    180028437401
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail144,932 miles (+7,581)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,932 miles
    Test number
    519777616627
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass137,351 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    368643267502
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking at rear
  12. Fail137,351 miles (+4,620)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    296405437406
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter/housing (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength a-frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength a-frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outrigger tube very rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outrigger tube very rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank support holed/rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking at rear
  13. Pass132,731 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,731 miles
    Test number
    434868307704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,133 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    126,133 miles
    Test number
    507214400322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish and crack on inner sidewalls
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn
  15. Fail126,129 miles (+5,595)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,129 miles
    Test number
    165940706428
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish and crack on inner sidewalls
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn
  16. Pass120,534 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    237450505126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  17. Fail120,534 miles (+6,872)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    265730105434
    • Repaired at testCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  18. Pass113,662 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    666794384018
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn
  19. Fail113,662 miles (+4,359)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    345963084026
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear light guard damaged
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn
  20. Pass109,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,303 miles
    Test number
    256227563011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail109,303 miles (+4,172)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,303 miles
    Test number
    538627363038
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  22. Pass105,131 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    916431082051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Fail105,096 miles (+6,684)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,096 miles
    Test number
    276059272031
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass98,412 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,412 miles
    Test number
    838581561036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass94,657 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    94,657 miles
    Test number
    852168280059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  26. Fail94,657 miles (+8,396)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,657 miles
    Test number
    140633980408
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSeat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside door mirror cracked
  27. Pass86,261 miles (+4,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    86,261 miles
    Test number
    240901628417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. Pass81,730 miles (+8,774)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,730 miles
    Test number
    560621127183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,956 miles
    Test number
    903896796081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T295 VEU

Does T295 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T295 VEU is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T295 VEU?
The MOT on T295 VEU is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T295 VEU done?
T295 VEU was recorded at 154,660 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 4,073 miles a year.
Has T295 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T295 VEU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T295 VEU 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 T295 VEU find?
T295 VEU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: steering stabilizer bush deteriated.

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