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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T388 APSMOT history

T388 APS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,647 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T388 APS
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
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T388 APS was last recorded at 89,647 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 2,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,908 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,739 miles
Average per year
2,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,647 miles
  • 2022 – 86,908 miles
  • 2021 – 84,052 miles
  • 2020 – 81,288 miles
  • 2019 – 79,443 miles
  • 2018 – 76,638 miles
  • 2017 – 73,394 miles
  • 2016 – 70,301 miles
  • 2015 – 67,360 miles
  • 2014 – 64,004 miles
  • 2013 – 61,569 miles
  • 2012 – 59,562 miles
  • 2011 – 57,366 miles
  • 2010 – 55,224 miles
  • 2009 – 52,965 miles
  • 2008 – 50,892 miles
  • 2007 – 48,329 miles
  • 2006 – 45,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,647 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,647 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    775582557353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,908 miles (+2,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,908 miles
    Test number
    399819533051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass84,052 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    471356634564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,288 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,288 miles
    Test number
    742921580572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,443 miles (+2,805)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,443 miles
    Test number
    435088380113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel lower universal joint worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Pass76,638 miles (+108)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,638 miles
    Test number
    433224811574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay damp with fuel/oil
    • AdvisoryRear discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  7. Fail76,530 miles (+3,136)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,530 miles
    Test number
    986183130065
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) lower universal joint worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right both n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay damp with fuel/oil
    • AdvisoryRear discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  8. Pass73,394 miles (+3,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    662228369060
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel play in lower steering joint (borderline!) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres very perished and n/s/f worn

  9. Pass70,301 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,301 miles
    Test number
    983388887745
    • AdvisoryAll tyres very perished

  10. Fail70,286 miles (+2,926)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    810104664150
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres very perished

  11. Pass67,360 miles (+3,356)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    445914332807
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads borderline! (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFog light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryLight mist of oil around steering box
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded

  12. Pass64,004 miles (+2,435)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,004 miles
    Test number
    656170634200
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteBrake servo slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in rear diff top mount

  13. Pass61,569 miles (+29)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    437133533217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll four tyres getting perished
    • NoteNearside front swivel hub seal leaking slightly

  14. Fail61,540 miles (+1,978)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,540 miles
    Test number
    547397823253
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll four tyres getting perished
    • NoteNearside front swivel hub seal leaking slightly

  15. Pass59,562 miles (+2,196)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,562 miles
    Test number
    858893222230
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished on inner sidewalls and between tread
    • NoteN/s swivel hub seal leaking

  16. Pass57,366 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,366 miles
    Test number
    398171901436
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll four tyres slightly perished
    • NoteOffside door frame very rusty/holed
    • NoteSlight oil leak from nearside front swivel hub seal

  17. Fail57,366 miles (+2,142)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,366 miles
    Test number
    419059591191
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll four tyres slightly perished
    • NoteOffside door frame very rusty/holed
    • NoteSlight oil leak from nearside front swivel hub seal

  18. Pass55,224 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,224 miles
    Test number
    140377180193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,965 miles (+2,073)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,965 miles
    Test number
    842578699183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteChassis getting rusty
    • NoteFuel filter damp but no leaks at time of test
    • NoteVarious metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass50,892 miles (+29)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,892 miles
    Test number
    562071208274
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteDampness around fuel filter but no leaks at time of test
    • NoteNearside lower door hinge broken not allowing door to open fully but door closing ok at time of test

  21. Fail50,863 miles (+2,534)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,863 miles
    Test number
    650679998133
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteDampness around fuel filter but no leaks at time of test
    • NoteNearside lower door hinge broken not allowing door to open fully but door closing ok at time of test

  22. Pass48,329 miles (+2,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,329 miles
    Test number
    922195907275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass45,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    573116406229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T388 APS

Does T388 APS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T388 APS is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T388 APS?
The MOT on T388 APS is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T388 APS done?
T388 APS was recorded at 89,647 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 2,228 miles a year.
Has T388 APS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T388 APS has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on T388 APS 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 T388 APS find?
T388 APS passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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