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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T348 BJMMOT history

T348 BJM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2025
Mileage
141,757 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T348 BJM
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
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T348 BJM was last recorded at 141,757 miles on 13 Feb 2024, 2,386 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jul 2006: 6,641 miles, lower than 59,275 miles on 21 Jul 2005.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,371 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2,386 miles
Average per year
4,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,757 miles
  • 2023 – 139,371 miles
  • 2021 – 137,901 miles
  • 2015 – 127,928 miles
  • 2014 – 116,508 miles
  • 2013 – 98,404 miles
  • 2012 – 98,392 miles
  • 2011 – 98,151 miles
  • 2010 – 97,740 miles
  • 2009 – 92,000 miles
  • 2008 – 81,673 miles
  • 2007 – 72,652 miles
  • 2006 – 6,641 miles
  • 2005 – 59,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,757 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,757 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,757 miles
    Test number
    172119532258
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail141,757 miles (+2,386)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,757 miles
    Test number
    406704551523
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass139,371 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    139,371 miles
    Test number
    802611231963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,369 miles (+1,468)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,369 miles
    Test number
    956609860553
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure both panhard rod bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure both front radius arm bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure both front radius arm bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure A frame bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad retaining pin loose

  5. Pass137,901 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,901 miles
    Test number
    369888174277
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail137,895 miles (+9,967)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,895 miles
    Test number
    544398067064
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Braided line (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Radiator leaking coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Prop shaft bearing excessively worn Front prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A-frame ball joint loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,928 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    127,928 miles
    Test number
    127973734582
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail127,928 miles (+11,420)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,928 miles
    Test number
    821151157944
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass116,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    116,508 miles
    Test number
    635718464268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  10. Fail116,508 miles (+18,104)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,508 miles
    Test number
    648386864250
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear prop u/j worn

  11. Pass98,404 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,404 miles
    Test number
    519999263292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass98,392 miles (+241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,392 miles
    Test number
    665356382198
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  13. Pass98,151 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    198076701203
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  14. Fail98,151 miles (+411)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    289186001209
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  15. Fail97,740 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,740 miles
    Test number
    792474800230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass97,740 miles (+5,740)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,740 miles
    Test number
    933504200273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    92,000 miles
    Test number
    124766009274
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail91,997 miles (+10,324)1 failure4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,997 miles
    Test number
    191776409286
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass81,673 miles (+9,021)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,673 miles
    Test number
    494676208246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,652 miles (+66,011)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,652 miles
    Test number
    534260907275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    6,641 miles
    Test number
    380042106206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail6,641 miles (-52,634)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,641 miles
    Test number
    812972106204
    • FailureCentre Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass59,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    59,275 miles
    Test number
    621052305235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T348 BJM

Does T348 BJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T348 BJM expired on 12 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T348 BJM?
The MOT on T348 BJM expired on 12 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T348 BJM done?
T348 BJM was recorded at 141,757 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2024, an average of 4,443 miles a year.
Has T348 BJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T348 BJM has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T348 BJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jul 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T348 BJM find?
T348 BJM passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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