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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

T29 TAOMOT history

T29 TAO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,321 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 TAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 TAO was last recorded at 168,321 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,255 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
5,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,321 miles
  • 2025 – 168,255 miles
  • 2019 – 168,189 miles
  • 2018 – 160,865 miles
  • 2017 – 152,968 miles
  • 2016 – 143,162 miles
  • 2015 – 135,235 miles
  • 2014 – 129,807 miles
  • 2013 – 124,533 miles
  • 2012 – 118,912 miles
  • 2011 – 110,011 miles
  • 2010 – 103,784 miles
  • 2009 – 96,015 miles
  • 2008 – 82,041 miles
  • 2007 – 66,485 miles
  • 2006 – 50,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,321 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play drag link end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front bulk head corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Coil spring corroded all springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust mounting defective all cable tied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass168,321 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,321 miles
    Test number
    235666791461
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play drag link end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail168,321 miles (+66)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,321 miles
    Test number
    527814686308
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play drag link end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass168,255 miles (+66)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    168,255 miles
    Test number
    148747434301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion under heater box
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass168,189 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,189 miles
    Test number
    155585086898
    • AdvisoryBoth rear row seat belts removed
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all cable tied (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member gussets corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail168,186 miles (+7,321)12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,186 miles
    Test number
    158059015860
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn also sphere corroded (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 2 x forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body corroded in front of wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 2 x forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body corroded in front of wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn axle ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member gussets nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both rear seatbelt uprights corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all cable tied (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside bulkhead corroded
  6. Pass160,865 miles (+1)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    160,865 miles
    Test number
    574024560803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door hinge has repairs to hinge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside remains of side steps, sharp edge
    • AdvisorySeats in boot removed seat belts not checked
  7. Fail160,864 miles (+7,896)3 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,864 miles
    Test number
    445376076871
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face has a section missing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed door insecure. Bottom hinge not attached through corrosion (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousProp shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail rear prop shaft, rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre exhaust mount corroded away from exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn lower bearing excessive movement (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside remains of side steps, sharp edge
    • AdvisorySeats in boot removed seat belts not checked
  8. Pass152,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    152,968 miles
    Test number
    972784024683
    • AdvisoryCentral Body has slight corrosion bulk head (6.1.B.2)
  9. Fail152,968 miles (+9,806)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,968 miles
    Test number
    508748635989
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush traling arm x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint traling arm x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Body has slight corrosion bulk head (6.1.B.2)
  10. Pass143,162 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    143,162 miles
    Test number
    147872545593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,235 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,235 miles
    Test number
    469812105273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,063 miles (+5,256)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,063 miles
    Test number
    787308385106
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  13. Pass129,807 miles (+30)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,807 miles
    Test number
    946998794135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteVarious outriggers slight corrosion
  14. Fail129,777 miles (+5,244)12 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,777 miles
    Test number
    266976784186
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside front hub sphere oily/grease leaking sphere pitted
    • NoteVarious outriggers slight corrosion
  15. Pass124,533 miles (+5,621)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,533 miles
    Test number
    135571273158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear cross member corroding
  16. Pass118,912 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,912 miles
    Test number
    846526982110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail118,908 miles (+8,897)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,908 miles
    Test number
    805531582175
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureBody has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass110,011 miles (+6,227)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    215399071124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
  19. Pass103,784 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    103,784 miles
    Test number
    112930980182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish
  20. Fail103,784 miles (+7,769)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,784 miles
    Test number
    633819170123
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOuter Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish
  21. Pass96,015 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    214113579465
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteFront axel tie bar bushes slight play
  22. Fail96,015 miles (+13,974)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    280593379499
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteFront axel tie bar bushes slight play
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play
  23. Fail82,041 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    160922488132
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  24. Pass82,041 miles (+15,556)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    223802788141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,485 miles
    Test number
    163130987105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,485 miles (+15,948)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,485 miles
    Test number
    554290687121
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  27. Pass50,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,537 miles
    Test number
    154631486145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 TAO

Does T29 TAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 TAO is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 TAO?
The MOT on T29 TAO is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 TAO done?
T29 TAO was recorded at 168,321 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 5,833 miles a year.
Has T29 TAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 TAO has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T29 TAO 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 T29 TAO find?
T29 TAO passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 2 more.

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