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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

T3 WSLMOT history

T3 WSL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 154,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,412 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 WSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 WSL was last recorded at 154,412 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,411 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,412 miles
  • 2024 – 153,884 miles
  • 2023 – 152,802 miles
  • 2022 – 151,950 miles
  • 2021 – 149,792 miles
  • 2020 – 145,463 miles
  • 2019 – 143,131 miles
  • 2018 – 141,230 miles
  • 2017 – 137,326 miles
  • 2016 – 135,075 miles
  • 2015 – 133,965 miles
  • 2014 – 132,765 miles
  • 2013 – 121,773 miles
  • 2012 – 113,759 miles
  • 2011 – 109,874 miles
  • 2010 – 105,525 miles
  • 2009 – 97,485 miles
  • 2008 – 85,949 miles
  • 2007 – 80,220 miles
  • 2006 – 66,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,412 miles
  • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Half shaft leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2020–2024

  • Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front hub seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,412 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,412 miles
    Test number
    852614935388
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Half shaft leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail154,411 miles (+527)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,411 miles
    Test number
    319729178230
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Half shaft leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass153,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    153,884 miles
    Test number
    226481263545
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail153,884 miles (+1,082)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,884 miles
    Test number
    241486383641
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass152,802 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,802 miles
    Test number
    523054204322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,950 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,950 miles
    Test number
    153065087359
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,792 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    149,792 miles
    Test number
    209542158527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail149,789 miles (+4,326)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,789 miles
    Test number
    347803189278
    • MajorDrag 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))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass145,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    145,463 miles
    Test number
    715351002796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Fail145,463 miles (+2,332)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,463 miles
    Test number
    980364036193
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Pass143,131 miles (+1,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    143,131 miles
    Test number
    497424000774
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion/underbody undersealed

  12. Pass141,230 miles (+3,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,230 miles
    Test number
    696149394973
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All of main chassis area, undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass137,326 miles (+2,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,326 miles
    Test number
    528717272669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint steering arm joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass135,075 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,075 miles
    Test number
    183799565373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass133,965 miles (+1,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    133,965 miles
    Test number
    998108065103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass132,765 miles (+10,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,765 miles
    Test number
    287624084186
    • NotePlay in o/s n/s front wheel bearings corrosion on o/s rear brake pipe

  17. Pass121,773 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    439528373165
    • NoteNearside floor coroded

  18. Fail121,766 miles (+8,007)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,766 miles
    Test number
    326682073186
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass113,759 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    113,759 miles
    Test number
    595607032227
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNsf axle oil seal weeping
    • NoteSteering box moist

  20. Fail113,754 miles (+3,880)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,754 miles
    Test number
    936015732200
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNsf axle oil seal weeping
    • NoteSteering box moist

  21. Pass109,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,874 miles
    Test number
    889262651234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail109,872 miles (+4,347)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,872 miles
    Test number
    306262351477
    • FailureCentre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass105,525 miles (+8,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    105,525 miles
    Test number
    284073360209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass97,485 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    97,485 miles
    Test number
    362111769422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail97,165 miles (+11,216)1 dangerous10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,165 miles
    Test number
    213340759226
    • DangerousSteering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle radius arm bushes slightly deteriorated.

  26. Pass85,949 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    683399448253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass80,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,220 miles
    Test number
    330922697117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,214 miles (+317)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,214 miles
    Test number
    771332197143
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAll brake pipes painted, not able to fully inspect.

  29. Pass79,897 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,897 miles
    Test number
    594099717085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront and rear pads wearing thin

  30. Fail79,897 miles (+13,760)13 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,897 miles
    Test number
    740137817039
    • FailureFront Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront bull bar top mountigs insecure

  31. Pass66,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,137 miles
    Test number
    203808216020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail66,137 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,137 miles
    Test number
    562378916023
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T3 WSL

Does T3 WSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 WSL is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 WSL?
The MOT on T3 WSL is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 WSL done?
T3 WSL was recorded at 154,412 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,383 miles a year.
Has T3 WSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 WSL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T3 WSL 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 T3 WSL find?
T3 WSL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front half shaft leaking, and 1 more.

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