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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T326 AJFMOT history

T326 AJF is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 121,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
121,004 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2023
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T326 AJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T326 AJF was last recorded at 121,004 miles on 20 Jul 2023, 181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,823 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
181 miles
Average per year
6,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,004 miles
  • 2022 – 120,823 miles
  • 2021 – 119,136 miles
  • 2020 – 117,563 miles
  • 2019 – 115,310 miles
  • 2018 – 110,536 miles
  • 2017 – 107,451 miles
  • 2016 – 99,438 miles
  • 2015 – 91,404 miles
  • 2014 – 82,789 miles
  • 2013 – 71,522 miles
  • 2012 – 60,047 miles
  • 2011 – 47,412 miles
  • 2010 – 36,938 miles
  • 2009 – 23,945 miles
  • 2008 – 12,374 miles
  • 2007 – 7,597 miles
  • 2006 – 1,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,004 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVin plate incomplete used vin number on osf chassis

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 deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,004 miles (+181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,004 miles
    Test number
    628283859289
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVin plate incomplete used vin number on osf chassis

  2. Pass120,823 miles (+1,687)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,823 miles
    Test number
    946713612926
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt marked yellow (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front exhaust mounting bracket insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass119,136 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,136 miles
    Test number
    298732730043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All four

  4. Fail119,134 miles (+1,571)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,134 miles
    Test number
    889120341039
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage both (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All four

  5. Pass117,563 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,563 miles
    Test number
    662444069492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,561 miles (+2,251)11 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,561 miles
    Test number
    168779351249
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,310 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    115,310 miles
    Test number
    584938758041
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail115,306 miles (+4,770)1 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,306 miles
    Test number
    850326066248
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings link from steering box (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover missing both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass110,536 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    110,536 miles
    Test number
    671981147756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,527 miles (+3,076)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,527 miles
    Test number
    199284201716
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working All (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass107,451 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,451 miles
    Test number
    559887128263
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle identification plate broken

  12. Fail107,446 miles (+8,008)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,446 miles
    Test number
    542377582977
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle identification plate broken

  13. Pass99,438 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,438 miles
    Test number
    323587431655
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail99,435 miles (+8,031)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,435 miles
    Test number
    517931320999
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass91,404 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,404 miles
    Test number
    189546755413
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail91,402 miles (+8,613)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,402 miles
    Test number
    496115255071
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass82,789 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,789 miles
    Test number
    695054264041
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail82,783 miles (+11,261)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,783 miles
    Test number
    106223164445
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass71,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,522 miles
    Test number
    635064563017
    • 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)

  20. Fail71,517 miles (+11,470)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,517 miles
    Test number
    106284863057
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass60,047 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,047 miles
    Test number
    298370062030
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf osf bulkhead corroded
    • NoteRear cross member rusty repaired
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle covered in mud and clay

  22. Fail60,047 miles (+12,635)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,047 miles
    Test number
    195940262435
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf osf bulkhead corroded
    • NoteRear cross member rusty repaired
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle covered in mud and clay

  23. Pass47,412 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    175722061436
    • NoteFront axle hubs leaking oil

  24. Fail47,412 miles (+10,474)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    575916151022
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront axle hubs leaking oil

  25. Fail36,938 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,938 miles
    Test number
    464247660139
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass36,938 miles (+12,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,938 miles
    Test number
    552847760169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass23,945 miles (+11,571)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,945 miles
    Test number
    632209369114
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth numberplates deteriorating.

  28. Pass12,374 miles (+4,777)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,374 miles
    Test number
    513154568150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriorating.

  29. Pass7,597 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,597 miles
    Test number
    292431077478
    • NoteFront propshaft u/j worn

  30. Fail7,597 miles (+6,064)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,597 miles
    Test number
    481481577151
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront propshaft u/j worn

  31. Pass1,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    1,533 miles
    Test number
    822491576141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T326 AJF

Does T326 AJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T326 AJF expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T326 AJF?
The MOT on T326 AJF expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T326 AJF done?
T326 AJF was recorded at 121,004 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2023, an average of 6,994 miles a year.
Has T326 AJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T326 AJF has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T326 AJF 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 T326 AJF find?
T326 AJF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; vin plate incomplete used vin number on osf chassis.

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