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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

T3 MOOMOT history

T3 MOO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,246 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 MOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 MOO was last recorded at 81,246 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Oct 2012: 52,296 miles, lower than 59,169 miles on 18 Oct 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
79,828 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,418 miles
Average per year
2,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,246 miles
  • 2025 – 79,828 miles
  • 2024 – 79,187 miles
  • 2023 – 78,806 miles
  • 2022 – 78,570 miles
  • 2021 – 77,949 miles
  • 2019 – 77,920 miles
  • 2018 – 77,603 miles
  • 2017 – 75,816 miles
  • 2016 – 74,409 miles
  • 2015 – 72,428 miles
  • 2014 – 70,394 miles
  • 2013 – 66,940 miles
  • 2012 – 52,296 miles
  • 2011 – 59,169 miles
  • 2010 – 56,275 miles
  • 2009 – 52,275 miles
  • 2008 – 48,765 miles
  • 2007 – 44,804 miles
  • 2006 – 39,117 miles
  • 2005 – 34,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,246 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,246 miles (+1,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,246 miles
    Test number
    955827797449
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass79,828 miles (+641)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,828 miles
    Test number
    467070920434
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,187 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,187 miles
    Test number
    668121546805
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Fail79,187 miles (+381)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,187 miles
    Test number
    808766623264
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass78,806 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    197771425843
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail78,806 miles (+236)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    838050305875
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,570 miles (+621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,570 miles
    Test number
    235331052291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass77,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,949 miles
    Test number
    106537464697
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail77,949 miles (+29)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,949 miles
    Test number
    564643100623
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod 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 Front Track rod 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 Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (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. Pass77,920 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    721429320330
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail77,920 miles (+317)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    240218309979
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass77,603 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    629817684214
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail77,603 miles (+1,787)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    151318307162
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass75,816 miles (+1,407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,816 miles
    Test number
    935707347036
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass74,409 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,409 miles
    Test number
    259473203441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,408 miles (+1,980)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,408 miles
    Test number
    300832928067
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)

  17. Pass72,428 miles (+2,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    72,428 miles
    Test number
    572916404954
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross member (6.6.6)

  18. Pass70,394 miles (+3,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,394 miles
    Test number
    767033504335
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass66,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,940 miles
    Test number
    609568893215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,940 miles (+14,644)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,940 miles
    Test number
    186117393209
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

  21. Pass52,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,296 miles
    Test number
    127726392292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,296 miles (-6,873)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,296 miles
    Test number
    407176692275
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass59,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,169 miles
    Test number
    377411291427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,169 miles (+2,894)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,169 miles
    Test number
    377990791242
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass56,275 miles (+4,000)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,275 miles
    Test number
    472362100465
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrakes pull slightly to the left under heavy braking

  26. Pass52,275 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,275 miles
    Test number
    244799999208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,765 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,765 miles
    Test number
    752554108393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,804 miles (+5,687)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,804 miles
    Test number
    592487497267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,117 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,117 miles
    Test number
    890697296255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,146 miles
    Test number
    882346105304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T3 MOO

Does T3 MOO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 MOO is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 MOO?
The MOT on T3 MOO is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 MOO done?
T3 MOO was recorded at 81,246 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,278 miles a year.
Has T3 MOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 MOO has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T3 MOO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T3 MOO find?
T3 MOO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front steering box has seepage.

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