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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T311 VEUMOT history

T311 VEU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 198,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
198,703 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T311 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 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T311 VEU was last recorded at 198,703 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,039 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,664 miles
Average per year
2,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,703 miles
  • 2025 – 197,039 miles
  • 2024 – 194,469 miles
  • 2023 – 192,969 miles
  • 2022 – 191,882 miles
  • 2021 – 191,244 miles
  • 2020 – 189,212 miles
  • 2019 – 187,648 miles
  • 2017 – 186,587 miles
  • 2009 – 173,035 miles
  • 2008 – 158,206 miles
  • 2007 – 153,344 miles
  • 2006 – 142,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,703 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swivel jointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,703 miles (+1,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    198,703 miles
    Test number
    587616790007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swivel joint
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass197,039 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    197,039 miles
    Test number
    963299278894
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swivel joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive several small leaks from engine transmission and steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail197,039 miles (+2,570)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,039 miles
    Test number
    132660515050
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swivel joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive several small leaks from engine transmission and steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass194,469 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    194,469 miles
    Test number
    895537569995
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail194,451 miles (+1,482)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,451 miles
    Test number
    268140711611
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass192,969 miles (+22)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    192,969 miles
    Test number
    886422387079
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub swivel seal has slight oil seepage. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre valve stem deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre valve stem deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has very little reserve travel.

  7. Fail192,947 miles (+1,065)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,947 miles
    Test number
    206984712575
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub swivel seal has slight oil seepage. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre valve stem deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre valve stem deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has very little reserve travel.

  8. Pass191,882 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    191,882 miles
    Test number
    904472341271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail191,879 miles (+635)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,879 miles
    Test number
    946483588324
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass191,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,244 miles
    Test number
    823299949074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre perished

  11. Fail191,244 miles (+2,032)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,244 miles
    Test number
    488307765774
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre perished

  12. Pass189,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    189,212 miles
    Test number
    646866067041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail189,212 miles (+1,564)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,212 miles
    Test number
    241055025798
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass187,648 miles (+1,061)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    187,648 miles
    Test number
    674307446335
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass186,587 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    186,587 miles
    Test number
    362159330129
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion A-pillar (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail186,586 miles (+12)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,586 miles
    Test number
    875518296782
    • DangerousOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail186,574 miles (+13,539)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,574 miles
    Test number
    614912361852
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flanges seriously corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear discs seriously corroded

  18. Pass173,035 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    173,035 miles
    Test number
    973847079183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,572 miles (+14,366)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,572 miles
    Test number
    363268569130
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass158,206 miles (+4,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    158,206 miles
    Test number
    231463788499
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  21. Pass153,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    153,344 miles
    Test number
    444670317406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail153,344 miles (+2,028)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,344 miles
    Test number
    991816707316
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass151,316 miles (+8,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    151,316 miles
    Test number
    670052067186
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass142,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    142,414 miles
    Test number
    193469456195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T311 VEU

Does T311 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T311 VEU is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T311 VEU?
The MOT on T311 VEU is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T311 VEU done?
T311 VEU was recorded at 198,703 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 2,781 miles a year.
Has T311 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T311 VEU has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T311 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 T311 VEU find?
T311 VEU passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front slight oil leak from swivel joint; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side.

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