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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,496 cc

T300 DEFMOT history

T300 DEF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 142,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
142,722 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T300 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T300 DEF was last recorded at 142,722 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 2,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jul 2013: 108,888 miles, lower than 130,602 miles on 28 Jun 2012.

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
140,441 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,281 miles
Average per year
5,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,722 miles
  • 2024 – 140,441 miles
  • 2023 – 138,042 miles
  • 2022 – 136,848 miles
  • 2021 – 133,303 miles
  • 2020 – 128,326 miles
  • 2019 – 125,862 miles
  • 2018 – 122,155 miles
  • 2017 – 118,696 miles
  • 2016 – 114,624 miles
  • 2015 – 114,196 miles
  • 2014 – 113,098 miles
  • 2013 – 108,888 miles
  • 2012 – 130,602 miles
  • 2011 – 97,371 miles
  • 2010 – 86,775 miles
  • 2009 – 75,695 miles
  • 2008 – 60,980 miles
  • 2006 – 45,211 miles
  • 2005 – 38,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,722 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,722 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    142,722 miles
    Test number
    863226833681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,722 miles (+2,281)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,722 miles
    Test number
    118774595029
    • 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,441 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,441 miles
    Test number
    276888984651
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,440 miles (+2,398)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,440 miles
    Test number
    132395848933
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,042 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,042 miles
    Test number
    507016672932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel pins have some play but unable to see how much as wheel bearing has so much play
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Fail138,042 miles (+1,194)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,042 miles
    Test number
    795253105863
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel pins have some play but unable to see how much as wheel bearing has so much play
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass136,848 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,848 miles
    Test number
    527450014219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal moves side to side

  8. Fail136,848 miles (+3,545)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,848 miles
    Test number
    797261185239
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass133,303 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,303 miles
    Test number
    550811958136
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail133,298 miles (+4,972)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,298 miles
    Test number
    277148773475
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass128,326 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,326 miles
    Test number
    619266625902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,862 miles (+3,707)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,862 miles
    Test number
    947013538648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,155 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    122,155 miles
    Test number
    145901970983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    118,696 miles
    Test number
    271730568999
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    707004565484
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  16. Fail114,624 miles (+428)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,624 miles
    Test number
    901647442894
    • FailureFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint From transfer box (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  17. Pass114,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,196 miles
    Test number
    421591551375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail114,196 miles (+1,098)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,196 miles
    Test number
    157968609498
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Fail113,098 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,098 miles
    Test number
    486889394135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass113,098 miles (+4,210)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    113,098 miles
    Test number
    827809694104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass108,888 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,888 miles
    Test number
    876757093114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail108,888 miles (-21,714)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,888 miles
    Test number
    499107693165
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass130,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,602 miles
    Test number
    868980682117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail103,600 miles (+6,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,600 miles
    Test number
    515150682184
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  25. Pass97,371 miles (+411)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,371 miles
    Test number
    795234891109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteOil leaks on engine and front diff

  26. Fail96,960 miles (+10,185)3 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,960 miles
    Test number
    736406181136
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteOil leaks on engine and front diff

  27. Pass86,775 miles (+11,080)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    493137380174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass75,695 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,695 miles
    Test number
    274101109252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteWasher bottle is leaking

  29. Fail75,693 miles (+14,713)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,693 miles
    Test number
    940105799154
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWasher bottle is leaking

  30. Pass60,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,980 miles
    Test number
    712628498058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail60,980 miles (+15,769)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,980 miles
    Test number
    992908798007
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass45,211 miles (+6,942)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,211 miles
    Test number
    933064506370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass38,269 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    38,269 miles
    Test number
    692741385252
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T300 DEF

Does T300 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T300 DEF is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T300 DEF?
The MOT on T300 DEF is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T300 DEF done?
T300 DEF was recorded at 142,722 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,213 miles a year.
Has T300 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T300 DEF has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T300 DEF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T300 DEF find?
T300 DEF passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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