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Land Rover Defender

Red and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T448 TGCMOT history

T448 TGC is a red and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2024
Mileage
144,215 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T448 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T448 TGC was last recorded at 144,215 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,689 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
526 miles
Average per year
4,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,215 miles
  • 2023 – 143,689 miles
  • 2022 – 142,220 miles
  • 2021 – 139,333 miles
  • 2020 – 136,258 miles
  • 2019 – 134,195 miles
  • 2018 – 129,234 miles
  • 2017 – 123,869 miles
  • 2016 – 118,978 miles
  • 2015 – 111,212 miles
  • 2014 – 103,750 miles
  • 2013 – 97,597 miles
  • 2012 – 92,119 miles
  • 2011 – 87,680 miles
  • 2010 – 83,933 miles
  • 2009 – 78,155 miles
  • 2008 – 73,661 miles
  • 2007 – 69,370 miles
  • 2006 – 64,319 miles
  • 2005 – 58,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,215 miles
  • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,215 miles (+526)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,215 miles
    Test number
    891093591603
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass143,689 miles (+1,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    143,689 miles
    Test number
    331821379591
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,220 miles (+2,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    142,220 miles
    Test number
    984673840601
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,333 miles (+3,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,333 miles
    Test number
    972697623942
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,258 miles (+2,063)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,258 miles
    Test number
    879443370487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,195 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,195 miles
    Test number
    440724862119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail134,179 miles (+4,945)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,179 miles
    Test number
    523747521707
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass129,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    129,234 miles
    Test number
    148230352316
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  9. Fail129,234 miles (+5,365)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,234 miles
    Test number
    603042691728
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  10. Pass123,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    879642608116
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail123,869 miles (+4,891)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    972987484550
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass118,978 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    118,978 miles
    Test number
    284412811038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail118,977 miles (+7,765)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,977 miles
    Test number
    201584004899
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass111,212 miles (+7,462)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,212 miles
    Test number
    164337683384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,750 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,750 miles
    Test number
    129459004370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail103,750 miles (+6,153)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,750 miles
    Test number
    589639604392
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass97,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    988014603353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,597 miles (+5,478)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    238573303350
    • DangerousOffside brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass92,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,119 miles
    Test number
    789532912352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,119 miles (+4,439)7 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,119 miles
    Test number
    988177702344
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass87,680 miles (+3,747)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    815118811374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,933 miles (+5,778)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,933 miles
    Test number
    984839210358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joint seals leaking

  23. Pass78,155 miles (+4,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,155 miles
    Test number
    421465519388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass73,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    73,661 miles
    Test number
    683489518310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,661 miles (+4,291)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,661 miles
    Test number
    674739918338
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass69,370 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    933028817380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,319 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    64,319 miles
    Test number
    193179416373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    58,797 miles
    Test number
    694279715321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T448 TGC

Does T448 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T448 TGC expired on 14 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T448 TGC?
The MOT on T448 TGC expired on 14 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T448 TGC done?
T448 TGC was recorded at 144,215 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,257 miles a year.
Has T448 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T448 TGC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T448 TGC 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 T448 TGC find?
T448 TGC failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 8 major defects and 8 advisories: driver's door does not latch securely closed; headlamp not working on main beam; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 13 more.

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