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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T458 MECMOT history

T458 MEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 203,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2025
Mileage
203,707 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T458 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T458 MEC was last recorded at 203,707 miles on 26 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,707 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 203,707 miles
  • 2022 – 202,651 miles
  • 2021 – 199,291 miles
  • 2020 – 194,820 miles
  • 2019 – 190,781 miles
  • 2018 – 185,558 miles
  • 2017 – 175,556 miles
  • 2016 – 163,318 miles
  • 2015 – 153,783 miles
  • 2014 – 149,026 miles
  • 2013 – 142,987 miles
  • 2012 – 136,106 miles
  • 2011 – 129,406 miles
  • 2010 – 121,195 miles
  • 2009 – 106,521 miles
  • 2008 – 104,118 miles
  • 2007 – 98,885 miles
  • 2006 – 89,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,707 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,707 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    203,707 miles
    Test number
    254113687087
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail203,707 miles (+1,056)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,707 miles
    Test number
    533676895972
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock cone (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar attachment insecure Arm to chassis (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar attachment insecure Arm to chassis (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel hose leaking Fuel breather pipe slit (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass202,651 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    202,651 miles
    Test number
    867031570603
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail202,645 miles (+3,354)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,645 miles
    Test number
    924582292069
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis out rigger to body mount/suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis out rigger body mount/suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg over rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass199,291 miles (+42)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    199,291 miles
    Test number
    252521685422
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMinimal reserve travel on brake pedal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe from flexi hose to brake caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose steel pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bushes of both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Fail199,249 miles (+4,429)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,249 miles
    Test number
    572249798140
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to fluid leaking and no brake pedal pressure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded of bulk head in servo mounting area holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid inner wing area near ABS pump (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe from flexi hose to brake caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose steel pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bushes of both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass194,820 miles (+4,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    194,820 miles
    Test number
    701207470499
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front king pin slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass190,781 miles (+5,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    190,781 miles
    Test number
    410459895445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper kingpin slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass185,558 miles (+10,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    185,558 miles
    Test number
    813196321855
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass175,556 miles (+12,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    175,556 miles
    Test number
    224380756045
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop link (2.2.B.1f)
  11. Pass163,318 miles (+9,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    163,318 miles
    Test number
    539068489635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
  12. Pass153,783 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    153,783 miles
    Test number
    242135912904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail153,783 miles (+4,757)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,783 miles
    Test number
    473347646598
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass149,026 miles (+6,039)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    149,026 miles
    Test number
    498602534429
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside hub seal leak.
  15. Pass142,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    142,987 miles
    Test number
    569202923314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail142,987 miles (+6,881)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,987 miles
    Test number
    328762123372
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass136,106 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    136,106 miles
    Test number
    408020212328
    • NoteNsf swivel slightly leaking
  18. Fail136,105 miles (+6,699)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,105 miles
    Test number
    927090812321
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNsf swivel slightly leaking
  19. Pass129,406 miles (+8,211)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    129,406 miles
    Test number
    257213241375
    • NoteNearside front swivel joint seal leaking
    • NoteOffsiode raer chassis corroded
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint boot split
  20. Pass121,195 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    121,195 miles
    Test number
    490865560489
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
  21. Fail121,187 miles (+2,103)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,187 miles
    Test number
    491624560441
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
  22. Pass119,084 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    119,084 miles
    Test number
    381427710216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,678 miles (+11,157)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    117,678 miles
    Test number
    752296260128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  24. Pass106,521 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    106,521 miles
    Test number
    222531469112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,118 miles (+5,233)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    104,118 miles
    Test number
    370667698161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass98,885 miles (+9,601)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    98,885 miles
    Test number
    784483517201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,284 miles
    Test number
    271552006211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T458 MEC

Does T458 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T458 MEC expired on 25 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T458 MEC?
The MOT on T458 MEC expired on 25 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T458 MEC done?
T458 MEC was recorded at 203,707 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2024, an average of 6,441 miles a year.
Has T458 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T458 MEC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T458 MEC 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 T458 MEC find?
T458 MEC passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2024 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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