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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T342 NECMOT history

T342 NEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 111,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,833 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T342 NEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T342 NEC was last recorded at 111,833 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 3,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,504 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,329 miles
Average per year
4,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,833 miles
  • 2025 – 108,504 miles
  • 2024 – 105,305 miles
  • 2023 – 102,855 miles
  • 2022 – 99,177 miles
  • 2021 – 94,790 miles
  • 2020 – 88,623 miles
  • 2018 – 80,667 miles
  • 2017 – 73,518 miles
  • 2015 – 66,272 miles
  • 2014 – 61,523 miles
  • 2013 – 57,710 miles
  • 2012 – 54,647 miles
  • 2011 – 50,591 miles
  • 2010 – 46,600 miles
  • 2009 – 42,624 miles
  • 2008 – 37,657 miles
  • 2006 – 33,395 miles
  • 2005 – 28,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,833 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension brackets slightly corroded on rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle stabiliser bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

35 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,833 miles (+3,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,833 miles
    Test number
    601537457891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension brackets slightly corroded on rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,504 miles
    Test number
    608442519430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,504 miles (+3,199)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,504 miles
    Test number
    405739119126
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass105,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    105,305 miles
    Test number
    371496033495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,305 miles (+2,450)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,305 miles
    Test number
    592095657376
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass102,855 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,855 miles
    Test number
    731858157069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail102,855 miles (+3,678)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,855 miles
    Test number
    926425009308
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass99,177 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,177 miles
    Test number
    949725666635
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail99,178 miles (+4,388)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,178 miles
    Test number
    866487726813
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass94,790 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,790 miles
    Test number
    633405174993
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle stabiliser bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail94,790 miles (+6,167)2 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,790 miles
    Test number
    761182537433
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering component casing fixing bolts ineffective Steering damper bush excessivly worn (2.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported rear axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front propshaft joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle stabiliser bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass88,623 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,623 miles
    Test number
    741475804453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush has play.
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail88,613 miles (+140)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    583583548113
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush has play.
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail88,473 miles (+7,806)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,473 miles
    Test number
    578407298497
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

  15. Pass80,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    583522571831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,667 miles (+7,149)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    757590253164
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  17. Pass73,518 miles (+7,246)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,518 miles
    Test number
    289885889568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,272 miles (+4,749)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    66,272 miles
    Test number
    328349824227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,523 miles
    Test number
    926027404152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail61,523 miles (+3,813)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,523 miles
    Test number
    466746704112
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass57,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,710 miles
    Test number
    256273093045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail57,710 miles (+3,063)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,710 miles
    Test number
    315182693062
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass54,647 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    226548582028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s/f seatbelt clasp cover insecure
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  24. Fail54,647 miles (+4,056)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    686297282055
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s/f seatbelt clasp cover insecure
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  25. Pass50,591 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    449861581020
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rear wheel bearings.

  26. Fail50,591 miles (+3,991)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    539020981049
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rear wheel bearings.

  27. Fail46,600 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,600 miles
    Test number
    570518380094
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper mounting bushes

  28. Pass46,600 miles (+3,976)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,600 miles
    Test number
    573268380046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper mounting bushes

  29. Pass42,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,624 miles
    Test number
    462115289097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail42,624 miles (+4,967)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,624 miles
    Test number
    600743089096
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass37,657 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,657 miles
    Test number
    380580218041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail33,395 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    273735756315
    • Repaired at testOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamage to o/s rear direction indicator lamp lens not excessive.

  33. Pass33,395 miles (+4,579)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    904585356320
    • NoteDamage to o/s rear direction indicator lamp lens not excessive.

  34. Fail28,816 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,816 miles
    Test number
    161779045332
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteREPLACE BOTH FRONT TYRES VERY SOON

  35. Pass28,816 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    28,816 miles
    Test number
    464629645378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteREPLACE BOTH FRONT TYRES VERY SOON

Questions about T342 NEC

Does T342 NEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T342 NEC is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T342 NEC?
The MOT on T342 NEC is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T342 NEC done?
T342 NEC was recorded at 111,833 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,034 miles a year.
Has T342 NEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T342 NEC has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T342 NEC 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 T342 NEC find?
T342 NEC passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension brackets slightly corroded on rear axle.

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