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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T353 PECMOT history

T353 PEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 198,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
198,303 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 PEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 PEC was last recorded at 198,303 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 1,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,165 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,138 miles
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,303 miles
  • 2024 – 197,165 miles
  • 2023 – 195,727 miles
  • 2022 – 194,017 miles
  • 2015 – 191,757 miles
  • 2014 – 184,949 miles
  • 2013 – 178,196 miles
  • 2012 – 168,065 miles
  • 2011 – 156,221 miles
  • 2010 – 143,060 miles
  • 2009 – 129,044 miles
  • 2008 – 119,861 miles
  • 2007 – 105,349 miles
  • 2006 – 90,359 miles
  • 2005 – 74,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,303 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pads wearing unevenly
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Rear main leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Swivel hubs leaking slightly - both sides
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In engine bay - slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass198,303 miles (+1,138)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    198,303 miles
    Test number
    127939291515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Rear main leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Swivel hubs leaking slightly - both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In engine bay - slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass197,165 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    197,165 miles
    Test number
    896978631748
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail197,165 miles (+1,438)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,165 miles
    Test number
    250407455543
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass195,727 miles (+1,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    195,727 miles
    Test number
    666126496343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg corroded in engine compartment (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass194,017 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    194,017 miles
    Test number
    943362715767
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal All under vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail194,009 miles (+2,252)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,009 miles
    Test number
    987377680676
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass191,757 miles (+6,808)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    191,757 miles
    Test number
    892418476579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear slight engine oil liak

  8. Pass184,949 miles (+6,753)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    184,949 miles
    Test number
    637613384296
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront and rear brake pipes corrded

  9. Pass178,196 miles (+10,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    178,196 miles
    Test number
    788381983214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass168,065 miles (+11,844)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    168,065 miles
    Test number
    365817352406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass156,221 miles (+13,161)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    156,221 miles
    Test number
    816620471249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass143,060 miles (+14,016)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    143,060 miles
    Test number
    360644380280
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to crack, also nail in tyre

  13. Pass129,044 miles (+9,183)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    129,044 miles
    Test number
    950818479278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,861 miles (+14,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    119,861 miles
    Test number
    963464688299
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass105,349 miles (+14,990)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    105,349 miles
    Test number
    313834667265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,359 miles (+15,417)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,359 miles
    Test number
    303768466409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    74,942 miles
    Test number
    841406665257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T353 PEC

Does T353 PEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T353 PEC is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T353 PEC?
The MOT on T353 PEC is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T353 PEC done?
T353 PEC was recorded at 198,303 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has T353 PEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 PEC has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T353 PEC 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 T353 PEC find?
T353 PEC passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: front brake pads wearing unevenly; front oil leak, but not excessive rear main leaking slightly; front swivel hubs leaking slightly - both sides, and 8 more.

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