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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T302 AOJMOT history

T302 AOJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 165,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
165,596 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T302 AOJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T302 AOJ was last recorded at 165,596 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 1,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,721 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,875 miles
Average per year
2,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,596 miles
  • 2025 – 163,721 miles
  • 2024 – 161,961 miles
  • 2023 – 160,588 miles
  • 2022 – 156,781 miles
  • 2021 – 153,257 miles
  • 2019 – 150,027 miles
  • 2018 – 146,168 miles
  • 2017 – 143,523 miles
  • 2016 – 140,034 miles
  • 2015 – 136,224 miles
  • 2014 – 132,725 miles
  • 2013 – 129,422 miles
  • 2012 – 126,466 miles
  • 2011 – 123,111 miles
  • 2010 – 119,230 miles
  • 2009 – 114,879 miles
  • 2008 – 111,968 miles
  • 2007 – 110,981 miles
  • 2006 – 109,664 miles
  • 2005 – 107,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,596 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Steering damper bushes have play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,596 miles (+1,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    165,596 miles
    Test number
    523781749691
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,721 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,721 miles
    Test number
    528535063210
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail163,711 miles (+1,750)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,711 miles
    Test number
    457729501761
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,961 miles (+1,373)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    161,961 miles
    Test number
    855023115680
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass160,588 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,588 miles
    Test number
    764312055920
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail160,579 miles (+3,798)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,579 miles
    Test number
    663890806785
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (next to pedal box) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass156,781 miles (+3,524)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    156,781 miles
    Test number
    812514387106
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint that connects to the steering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steeringbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass153,257 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    153,257 miles
    Test number
    211065617081
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail153,252 miles (+3,225)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,252 miles
    Test number
    403877845840
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slight wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass150,027 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    150,027 miles
    Test number
    408431134367
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail150,006 miles (+3,838)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,006 miles
    Test number
    352632462168
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass146,168 miles (+2,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    146,168 miles
    Test number
    588368269481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass143,523 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    143,523 miles
    Test number
    117482039951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member/chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play steering box drop arm ball joint near limit (2.2.B.1g)

  14. Fail143,523 miles (+3,489)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,523 miles
    Test number
    708795142647
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member/chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play steering box drop arm ball joint near limit (2.2.B.1g)

  15. Pass140,034 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    140,034 miles
    Test number
    475831875543
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread near limit (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes have play

  16. Fail140,029 miles (+3,805)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,029 miles
    Test number
    272355886503
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pressure regulator (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened at limit (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread near limit (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes have play

  17. Pass136,224 miles (+3,499)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,224 miles
    Test number
    407902020880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis/crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint has play
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes have play

  18. Pass132,725 miles (+3,303)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    132,725 miles
    Test number
    336531514375
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  19. Pass129,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    129,422 miles
    Test number
    879867813313
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Fail129,422 miles (+2,956)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,422 miles
    Test number
    428112513458
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass126,466 miles (+78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    126,466 miles
    Test number
    448355522468
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  22. Fail126,388 miles (+3,277)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,388 miles
    Test number
    668460722331
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass123,111 miles (+3,881)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    123,111 miles
    Test number
    877177321311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside drag link ball joint gaiter split

  24. Pass119,230 miles (+4,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    119,230 miles
    Test number
    491542210468
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass114,879 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    114,879 miles
    Test number
    161165819321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail114,847 miles (+2,879)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,847 miles
    Test number
    162354619373
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass111,968 miles (+16)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    111,968 miles
    Test number
    753615218329
    • NoteNearside drag-link end gaiter split
    • NoteOSF tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

  28. Fail111,952 miles (+971)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,952 miles
    Test number
    300179008310
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside drag-link end gaiter split
    • NoteOSF tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

  29. Pass110,981 miles (+1,317)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    110,981 miles
    Test number
    133322187226
    • NoteOff side rear service brake performance becoming lazy
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint worn

  30. Pass109,664 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    109,664 miles
    Test number
    452352686225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear brakes inbalanced

  31. Fail109,664 miles (+2,650)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,664 miles
    Test number
    740222786235
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear brakes inbalanced

  32. Pass107,014 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    107,014 miles
    Test number
    621652975243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteWindscreen washers weak

  33. Fail107,014 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,014 miles
    Test number
    802782075229
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteWindscreen washers weak

Questions about T302 AOJ

Does T302 AOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T302 AOJ is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T302 AOJ?
The MOT on T302 AOJ is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T302 AOJ done?
T302 AOJ was recorded at 165,596 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,871 miles a year.
Has T302 AOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T302 AOJ has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T302 AOJ 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 T302 AOJ find?
T302 AOJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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