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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T308 ARAMOT history

T308 ARA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 170,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
170,767 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T308 ARA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T308 ARA was last recorded at 170,767 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,327 miles · 13 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,440 miles
Average per year
4,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,767 miles
  • 2024 – 169,327 miles
  • 2022 – 168,942 miles
  • 2021 – 168,287 miles
  • 2020 – 168,058 miles
  • 2019 – 167,506 miles
  • 2017 – 147,544 miles
  • 2016 – 131,424 miles
  • 2015 – 127,710 miles
  • 2014 – 124,211 miles
  • 2013 – 120,470 miles
  • 2012 – 116,209 miles
  • 2011 – 111,829 miles
  • 2010 – 108,134 miles
  • 2009 – 103,035 miles
  • 2008 – 98,804 miles
  • 2007 – 94,246 miles
  • 2006 – 89,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,767 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,767 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    170,767 miles
    Test number
    979341627543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    686646990365
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,327 miles (+385)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    587767352918
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,942 miles (+655)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    168,942 miles
    Test number
    909301318343
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass168,287 miles (+229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    168,287 miles
    Test number
    789765321103
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass168,058 miles (+552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    168,058 miles
    Test number
    817578150666
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play central marked with yellow chalk (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass167,506 miles (+19,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    167,506 miles
    Test number
    521787290887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering joint from steering box worn
    • AdvisoryUpper steering uj worn

  8. Pass147,544 miles (+16,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    320979180306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass131,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,424 miles
    Test number
    504153826996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,424 miles (+3,714)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,424 miles
    Test number
    984440368345
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  11. Pass127,710 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,710 miles
    Test number
    584410535285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  12. Fail127,709 miles (+3,498)1 dangerous7 failures1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,709 miles
    Test number
    348087957205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe kinked at wheel (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe kinked at wheel (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly worn

  13. Pass124,211 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    124,211 miles
    Test number
    547885554278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  14. Fail124,209 miles (+3,739)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,209 miles
    Test number
    507574354293
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  15. Pass120,470 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    120,470 miles
    Test number
    777982943208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDip switch action loose
    • NotePlay in rear propshaft sliding joint

  16. Fail120,470 miles (+4,261)6 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,470 miles
    Test number
    325440643203
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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 Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDip switch action loose
    • NoteO/s seat belt cover missing
    • NotePlay in rear propshaft sliding joint

  17. Pass116,209 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    828458532269
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamps cracked

  18. Fail116,203 miles (+4,374)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,203 miles
    Test number
    217937632239
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamps cracked

  19. Pass111,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,829 miles
    Test number
    648598721286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  20. Fail111,829 miles (+3,695)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,829 miles
    Test number
    246918321224
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  21. Pass108,134 miles (+5,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    108,134 miles
    Test number
    282459640268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass103,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    103,035 miles
    Test number
    434356939240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail103,035 miles (+4,231)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,035 miles
    Test number
    192026539218
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass98,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    554053448291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail98,804 miles (+4,558)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    214021548278
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass94,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    94,246 miles
    Test number
    324773947404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail94,246 miles (+5,121)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,246 miles
    Test number
    754143847209
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass89,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    89,125 miles
    Test number
    270194846285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail89,125 miles (+2,416)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,125 miles
    Test number
    942974346211
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass86,709 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    86,709 miles
    Test number
    441289116020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion on both front brake pipes to flexes
    • NoteO/s/f hub seal slight leaking
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s seat belt webbing

Questions about T308 ARA

Does T308 ARA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T308 ARA is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T308 ARA?
The MOT on T308 ARA is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T308 ARA done?
T308 ARA was recorded at 170,767 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 4,162 miles a year.
Has T308 ARA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T308 ARA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T308 ARA 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 T308 ARA find?
T308 ARA passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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