Land Rover logo

Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T298 VEUMOT history

T298 VEU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 69,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
69,073 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,394 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T298 VEU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T298 VEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T298 VEU was last recorded at 69,073 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 1,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,050 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,023 miles
Average per year
1,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,073 miles
  • 2024 – 68,050 miles
  • 2023 – 67,052 miles
  • 2022 – 64,816 miles
  • 2021 – 62,767 miles
  • 2019 – 61,438 miles
  • 2017 – 60,018 miles
  • 2016 – 59,733 miles
  • 2015 – 58,392 miles
  • 2014 – 56,570 miles
  • 2012 – 53,864 miles
  • 2011 – 53,109 miles
  • 2009 – 50,830 miles
  • 2008 – 49,269 miles
  • 2006 – 43,904 miles
  • 2005 – 40,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,073 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder mount corroded

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear crossmember corroded and holed in places - towbar still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,073 miles (+1,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    69,073 miles
    Test number
    349672126521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder mount corroded

  2. Pass68,050 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,050 miles
    Test number
    162863831606
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail68,049 miles (+997)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,049 miles
    Test number
    806953615120
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass67,052 miles (+2,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,052 miles
    Test number
    987050008807
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,816 miles (+2,049)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    64,816 miles
    Test number
    385261812118
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass62,767 miles (+1,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    62,767 miles
    Test number
    169659574282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass61,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,438 miles
    Test number
    392973589850
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail61,438 miles (+1,420)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,438 miles
    Test number
    221058394259
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass60,018 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,018 miles
    Test number
    534617659000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,003 miles (+270)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,003 miles
    Test number
    733040897531
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt to axle (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush and offside rear upper (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front swivel housings leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear chassis corroded

  11. Pass59,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    183630580079
    • AdvisoryChassis at rear corroded in places
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded and holed in places - towbar still secure

  12. Fail59,733 miles (+1,341)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    871704571222
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working and offside rear (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded on top of chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm balljoint (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasiss (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded and holed in places - towbar still secure

  13. Pass58,392 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    836193033842
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and offside front chassis infill panels corroded and holed (not considered supportive)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing and surrounding area damp
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel filter housing and area damp
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis infill panels corroded and holed(not appearing to affect the chassis)
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slightly damaged
    • NoteUnderside muddy and difficult to inspect

  14. Fail58,392 miles (+1,822)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    197664245213
    • FailureNearside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel filter housing and area damp
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis infill panels corroded and holed(not appearing to affect the chassis)
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slightly damaged
    • NoteUnderside muddy and difficult to inspect

  15. Pass56,570 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,570 miles
    Test number
    207445864444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamp around fuel filter area on offside rear chassis
    • NotePerishing in nearside rear tyre tread
    • NoteSigns of front tyres touching suspension arms on full lock not at time of test

  16. Fail56,570 miles (+2,706)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,570 miles
    Test number
    127692064139
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamp around fuel filter area on offside rear chassis
    • NotePerishing in nearside rear tyre tread
    • NoteSigns of front tyres touching suspension arms on full lock not at time of test

  17. Pass53,864 miles (+755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,864 miles
    Test number
    389830452224
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass53,109 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,109 miles
    Test number
    849621831219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front steering damper bush worn
    • NotePowersteering pump and pipes slightly damp
    • NoteRear discs rusted and slightly pitted
    • NoteRear service brakes low
    • NoteUnderside muddy and difficult to inspect

  19. Fail53,109 miles (+2,279)3 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,109 miles
    Test number
    416901031221
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteClutch slave cylinder leaking
    • NoteOffside front steering damper bush worn
    • NotePowersteering pump and pipes slightly damp
    • NoteRear discs rusted and slightly pitted
    • NoteRear service brakes low
    • NoteUnderside muddy and difficult to inspect

  20. Pass50,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,830 miles
    Test number
    630010139261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Fail50,830 miles (+1,561)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,830 miles
    Test number
    363740939499
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass49,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    584588228215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,269 miles (+5,365)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    882387428271
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass43,904 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,904 miles
    Test number
    452166916286
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management light on intermittently

  25. Fail43,904 miles (+3,024)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,904 miles
    Test number
    711025816229
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  26. Pass40,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    40,880 miles
    Test number
    610346815273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    141775715235
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T298 VEU

Does T298 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T298 VEU is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T298 VEU?
The MOT on T298 VEU is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T298 VEU done?
T298 VEU was recorded at 69,073 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 1,394 miles a year.
Has T298 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 VEU has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T298 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 T298 VEU find?
T298 VEU passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; brake master cylinder mount corroded.

Related registrations

Browse all T298 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.