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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T353 SBJMOT history

T353 SBJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 104,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
104,364 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 SBJ
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 SBJ was last recorded at 104,364 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,857 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
507 miles
Average per year
1,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,364 miles
  • 2025 – 103,857 miles
  • 2024 – 103,026 miles
  • 2023 – 102,673 miles
  • 2022 – 101,981 miles
  • 2021 – 101,977 miles
  • 2019 – 101,595 miles
  • 2018 – 101,037 miles
  • 2017 – 100,507 miles
  • 2016 – 99,652 miles
  • 2015 – 98,979 miles
  • 2014 – 98,133 miles
  • 2013 – 96,859 miles
  • 2012 – 95,067 miles
  • 2011 – 92,473 miles
  • 2010 – 89,473 miles
  • 2009 – 87,123 miles
  • 2008 – 81,127 miles
  • 2007 – 73,374 miles
  • 2006 – 66,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,364 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroding/deteriorating
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering damper eye bush is deteriorating/play

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.

  • Rear exhaust is deteriorating

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Steering damper bush is worn/play (eye)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front & o/s/r tyres are cracking /perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,364 miles (+507)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    858091869363
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flanges corroding/deteriorating
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper eye bush is deteriorating/play

  2. Pass103,857 miles (+831)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    743743198842
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper bush is worn/play (eye)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust flanges are corroding/deteriorating
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass103,026 miles (+353)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,026 miles
    Test number
    830367940314
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is corroding/deteriorating (flanges)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is deteriorating /worn (eye)

  4. Pass102,673 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    102,673 miles
    Test number
    266527813808
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating/corroding (flange’s)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is deteriorating/worn (eye)

  5. Fail102,673 miles (+692)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,673 miles
    Test number
    162195991153
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating/corroding (flange’s)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is deteriorating/worn (eye)

  6. Pass101,981 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,981 miles
    Test number
    955976552876
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter is deteriorating/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorating
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is worn/play (eye)

  7. Fail101,977 miles (+382)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,977 miles
    Test number
    321825667598
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chasis/rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is worn/play (eye)

  8. Pass101,595 miles (+558)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,595 miles
    Test number
    390283445037
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating
    • AdvisorySteering damper eye bush has slight wear/play

  9. Pass101,037 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,037 miles
    Test number
    317937076988
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front & o/s/r tyres are cracking /perishing
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating

  10. Fail101,036 miles (+529)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,036 miles
    Test number
    999345956157
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chasis/crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front & o/s/r tyres are cracking /perishing
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust is deteriorating

  11. Pass100,507 miles (+855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    952732529499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear And both front tyres are starting to crack/perish
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Box (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass99,652 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,652 miles
    Test number
    896329281972
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorating rear flange
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail99,652 miles (+673)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,652 miles
    Test number
    294281843740
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Trailing arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Trailing arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorating rear flange
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass98,979 miles (+846)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,979 miles
    Test number
    697009425198
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust rear joint centre to back box is deteriorating
    • NoteFront/o/s/r tyres are starting to crack/perish
    • NoteSlight wear steering damper bush

  15. Pass98,133 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    159617434473
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer side walls perished

  16. Fail98,133 miles (+1,274)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    487237334090
    • Repaired at testSteering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer side walls perished

  17. Pass96,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,859 miles
    Test number
    845526233064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,859 miles (+1,792)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,859 miles
    Test number
    745426033079
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass95,067 miles (+2,594)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,067 miles
    Test number
    258338132472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Pass92,473 miles (+3,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,473 miles
    Test number
    419657231121
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass89,473 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,473 miles
    Test number
    213444630403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail87,123 miles (+1,060)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,123 miles
    Test number
    894294309280
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass86,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,063 miles
    Test number
    541866209166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,063 miles (+4,936)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,063 miles
    Test number
    111085609182
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass81,127 miles (+7,753)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    531764318189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,374 miles (+7,156)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    73,374 miles
    Test number
    144594837166
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnable to see inner pads †handbrake travel high

  27. Pass66,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,218 miles
    Test number
    912727536165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T353 SBJ

Does T353 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T353 SBJ is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T353 SBJ?
The MOT on T353 SBJ is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T353 SBJ done?
T353 SBJ was recorded at 104,364 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 1,903 miles a year.
Has T353 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 SBJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T353 SBJ 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 SBJ find?
T353 SBJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 6 advisories: central rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; indicator switch faulty; steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm, and 7 more.

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