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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T380 VHJMOT history

T380 VHJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 163,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2024
Mileage
163,189 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2023
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T380 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T380 VHJ was last recorded at 163,189 miles on 9 Jun 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Apr 2012: 119,557 miles, lower than 155,545 miles on 7 Apr 2011.

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
163,187 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,189 miles
  • 2022 – 158,759 miles
  • 2021 – 155,845 miles
  • 2020 – 153,269 miles
  • 2019 – 150,074 miles
  • 2018 – 147,323 miles
  • 2017 – 144,426 miles
  • 2016 – 139,343 miles
  • 2015 – 134,426 miles
  • 2014 – 130,403 miles
  • 2013 – 125,467 miles
  • 2012 – 119,557 miles
  • 2011 – 155,545 miles
  • 2010 – 113,420 miles
  • 2009 – 110,537 miles
  • 2008 – 108,063 miles
  • 2007 – 100,972 miles
  • 2006 – 90,794 miles
  • 2005 – 80,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,189 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFull chassis is freshly painted with underseal.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,189 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,189 miles
    Test number
    397922042787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull chassis is freshly painted with underseal.

  2. Fail163,187 miles (+4,428)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,187 miles
    Test number
    524360159575
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull chassis is freshly painted with underseal.

  3. Pass158,759 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,759 miles
    Test number
    910721543190
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,752 miles (+2,907)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,752 miles
    Test number
    271790555014
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    155,845 miles
    Test number
    719093593848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail155,845 miles (+2,576)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,845 miles
    Test number
    653111218181
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting marked with white chalk (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,269 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    153,269 miles
    Test number
    254246854101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail153,269 miles (+3,195)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,269 miles
    Test number
    536619540351
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass150,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    150,074 miles
    Test number
    109327946500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail150,074 miles (+2,751)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,074 miles
    Test number
    776825704521
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass147,323 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,323 miles
    Test number
    442438916362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,426 miles (+5,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    144,426 miles
    Test number
    372844041388
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass139,343 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,343 miles
    Test number
    789886965079
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt offside & nearside (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail139,343 miles (+4,917)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,343 miles
    Test number
    944941596081
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt offside & nearside (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass134,426 miles (+4,023)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    134,426 miles
    Test number
    995322195058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass130,403 miles (+4,936)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,403 miles
    Test number
    388882294026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass125,467 miles (+5,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    125,467 miles
    Test number
    179728793465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass119,557 miles (-35,988)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    119,557 miles
    Test number
    147252302194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass155,545 miles (+42,125)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    155,545 miles
    Test number
    807127391060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass113,420 miles (+2,883)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,420 miles
    Test number
    410050740191
    • NoteFront diff oil leak

  21. Pass110,537 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    681768029175
    • NoteSteering box has a slight oil leak

  22. Fail110,537 miles (+2,474)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    141448429111
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • NoteSteering box has a slight oil leak

  23. Pass108,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    873220738129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail108,063 miles (+7,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    412198228113
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Pass100,972 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    100,972 miles
    Test number
    664356757117
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads and discs are worn low. Slight play in steering damper. Windscreen is chiped. Signs of wear in all suspension chassis bushes. Slight play in nearside front wheel bearing.

  26. Fail100,972 miles (+10,178)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,972 miles
    Test number
    170626557122
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass90,794 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    481439636103
    • NoteOffside mirror glass is cracked. Both rear tyres are cut in treads.

  28. Fail90,794 miles (+9,896)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    364578036112
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass80,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    80,898 miles
    Test number
    113219055180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    80,898 miles
    Test number
    752107055110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T380 VHJ

Does T380 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T380 VHJ expired on 8 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T380 VHJ?
The MOT on T380 VHJ expired on 8 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T380 VHJ done?
T380 VHJ was recorded at 163,189 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2023, an average of 4,571 miles a year.
Has T380 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T380 VHJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T380 VHJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T380 VHJ find?
T380 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face; full chassis is freshly painted with underseal..

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