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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

T3 DEFMOT history

T3 DEF is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 93,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,770 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 DEF was last recorded at 93,770 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Apr 2011: 35,894 miles, lower than 326,003 miles on 29 Apr 2010.
  • 26 Mar 2020: 67,769 miles, lower than 614,079 miles on 8 Mar 2019.

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
93,765 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,770 miles
  • 2025 – 90,306 miles
  • 2024 – 86,951 miles
  • 2023 – 82,595 miles
  • 2022 – 78,558 miles
  • 2021 – 72,354 miles
  • 2020 – 67,769 miles
  • 2019 – 614,079 miles
  • 2018 – 56,166 miles
  • 2017 – 51,573 miles
  • 2016 – 44,674 miles
  • 2015 – 43,397 miles
  • 2014 – 42,402 miles
  • 2013 – 40,896 miles
  • 2012 – 38,740 miles
  • 2011 – 35,894 miles
  • 2010 – 326,003 miles
  • 2009 – 26,829 miles
  • 2008 – 22,043 miles
  • 2007 – 17,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,770 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,770 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,770 miles
    Test number
    574852752281
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,765 miles (+3,459)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,765 miles
    Test number
    725276447060
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Swivel hub leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,306 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,306 miles
    Test number
    976827035010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    86,951 miles
    Test number
    684534683085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,951 miles (+4,356)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,951 miles
    Test number
    619643336959
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  6. Pass82,595 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    805416260198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,558 miles (+6,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    118103449137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass72,354 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,354 miles
    Test number
    196685473094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,769 miles (-546,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,769 miles
    Test number
    572657466448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass614,079 miles (+557,913)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    614,079 miles
    Test number
    989819564432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,166 miles (+4,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,166 miles
    Test number
    147790171827
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass51,573 miles (+6,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    546335797539
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass44,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    44,674 miles
    Test number
    514742562130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,671 miles (+1,274)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    243042796135
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

  15. Pass43,397 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,397 miles
    Test number
    948581625132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,402 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,402 miles
    Test number
    867803224169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,896 miles (+2,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,896 miles
    Test number
    515736113107
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass38,740 miles (+2,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,740 miles
    Test number
    238921022180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass35,894 miles (-290,109)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,894 miles
    Test number
    287270921437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass326,003 miles (+299,174)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    326,003 miles
    Test number
    312689310102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,829 miles
    Test number
    122397619198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,829 miles (+4,786)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,829 miles
    Test number
    851597819135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass22,043 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,043 miles
    Test number
    950670628175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,413 miles
    Test number
    762686517145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T3 DEF

Does T3 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 DEF is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 DEF?
The MOT on T3 DEF is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 DEF done?
T3 DEF was recorded at 93,770 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,958 miles a year.
Has T3 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 DEF has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T3 DEF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T3 DEF find?
T3 DEF passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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