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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T458 MCHMOT history

T458 MCH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 16,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
16,231 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T458 MCH
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
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T458 MCH was last recorded at 16,231 miles on 8 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2025: 16,231 miles, lower than 141,969 miles on 22 May 2023.

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
141,969 miles · 22 May 2023

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 16,231 miles
  • 2023 – 141,969 miles
  • 2022 – 141,268 miles
  • 2021 – 140,446 miles
  • 2020 – 139,512 miles
  • 2016 – 137,170 miles
  • 2014 – 115,803 miles
  • 2013 – 108,461 miles
  • 2012 – 97,955 miles
  • 2011 – 83,720 miles
  • 2010 – 67,778 miles
  • 2009 – 54,139 miles
  • 2008 – 41,898 miles
  • 2007 – 28,280 miles
  • 2006 – 19,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,231 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,231 miles (-125,738)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    16,231 miles
    Test number
    287742490379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,969 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,969 miles
    Test number
    131695229305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,956 miles (+688)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,956 miles
    Test number
    599806145661
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass141,268 miles (+822)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    141,268 miles
    Test number
    652961576382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,446 miles (+934)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,446 miles
    Test number
    767013389914
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm to body mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm to body mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,512 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,512 miles
    Test number
    376841764442
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  7. Fail139,511 miles (+2,341)2 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,511 miles
    Test number
    992433863061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  8. Pass137,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    137,170 miles
    Test number
    732198094502
    • AdvisoryVery dry and scaly main chassi at rear advise to wax oil

  9. Fail137,170 miles (+10,202)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,170 miles
    Test number
    549617343558
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryVery dry and scaly main chassi at rear advise to wax oil

  10. Pass126,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    126,968 miles
    Test number
    904441803629
    • AdvisoryDry in places advise to wax oil

  11. Fail126,968 miles (+11,165)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,968 miles
    Test number
    402435963673
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryDry in places advise to wax oil

  12. Pass115,803 miles (+7,342)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,803 miles
    Test number
    789654544334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,461 miles (+10,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    398437343352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass97,955 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,955 miles
    Test number
    987403272044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,950 miles (+14,230)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,950 miles
    Test number
    298592472033
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass83,720 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    168477761489
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail83,718 miles (+15,940)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,718 miles
    Test number
    647256461061
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak on diff

  18. Pass67,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,778 miles
    Test number
    911038520047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,778 miles (+13,639)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,778 miles
    Test number
    571377920089
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront diff leaking oil

  20. Fail54,139 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,139 miles
    Test number
    622466329079
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass54,139 miles (+12,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,139 miles
    Test number
    834076929088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass41,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    124068528060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,897 miles (+13,617)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,897 miles
    Test number
    840268328061
    • DangerousMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass28,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,280 miles
    Test number
    551189817094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    482128617010
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass19,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,641 miles
    Test number
    941583216056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T458 MCH

Does T458 MCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T458 MCH expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T458 MCH?
The MOT on T458 MCH expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T458 MCH done?
T458 MCH was recorded at 16,231 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2025.
Has T458 MCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T458 MCH has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T458 MCH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T458 MCH find?
T458 MCH passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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