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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T423 PECMOT history

T423 PEC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 94,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,418 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T423 PEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T423 PEC was last recorded at 94,418 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,417 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,418 miles
  • 2024 – 94,345 miles
  • 2023 – 94,208 miles
  • 2022 – 94,097 miles
  • 2021 – 94,026 miles
  • 2020 – 93,581 miles
  • 2018 – 92,064 miles
  • 2017 – 90,855 miles
  • 2016 – 88,459 miles
  • 2014 – 86,380 miles
  • 2013 – 83,880 miles
  • 2012 – 80,788 miles
  • 2011 – 78,405 miles
  • 2010 – 74,682 miles
  • 2009 – 71,539 miles
  • 2008 – 67,788 miles
  • 2007 – 62,819 miles
  • 2006 – 57,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,418 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,418 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,418 miles
    Test number
    704098189675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail94,417 miles (+72)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,417 miles
    Test number
    202371272110
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass94,345 miles (+137)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    732806062776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swival joint leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,208 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,208 miles
    Test number
    401687542500
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail94,208 miles (+111)8 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,208 miles
    Test number
    918041485118
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,097 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,097 miles
    Test number
    789893193863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,026 miles (+445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,026 miles
    Test number
    845929110513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,581 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,581 miles
    Test number
    912092859328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,570 miles (+1,506)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,570 miles
    Test number
    114591079865
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached rear cross membeer (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass92,064 miles (+1,209)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,064 miles
    Test number
    965743594055
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass90,855 miles (+1,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,855 miles
    Test number
    377056886259
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass89,386 miles (+65)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,386 miles
    Test number
    168482148228
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspenison coil springs are corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp
    • AdvisoryThe front hubs are damp

  13. Fail89,321 miles (+862)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,321 miles
    Test number
    867856617156
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis crossmember area (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis crossmember area (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspenison coil springs are corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp
    • AdvisoryThe front hubs are damp

  14. Pass88,459 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,459 miles
    Test number
    400688136710
    • AdvisoryAll suspension springs are corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp with oil

  15. Fail88,457 miles (+2,077)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,457 miles
    Test number
    687080929588
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension springs are corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp with oil

  16. Pass86,380 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,380 miles
    Test number
    627361394227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,369 miles (+2,489)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    478267384267
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass83,880 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,880 miles
    Test number
    669641893288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,871 miles (+3,083)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,871 miles
    Test number
    845939983253
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass80,788 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,788 miles
    Test number
    627044342239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,783 miles (+2,378)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,783 miles
    Test number
    488461542239
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass78,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    857275741246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,405 miles (+3,723)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    187285641297
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass74,682 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    242283780426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,539 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    483912089103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail67,788 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,788 miles
    Test number
    270192778436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  27. Pass67,788 miles (+4,969)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,788 miles
    Test number
    901152878142
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  28. Pass62,819 miles (+5,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    542366867157
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Fail57,304 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,304 miles
    Test number
    253084576497
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass57,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,304 miles
    Test number
    264394676162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T423 PEC

Does T423 PEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T423 PEC is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T423 PEC?
The MOT on T423 PEC is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T423 PEC done?
T423 PEC was recorded at 94,418 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 1,904 miles a year.
Has T423 PEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T423 PEC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T423 PEC 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 T423 PEC find?
T423 PEC passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor section, and 8 more.

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