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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T478 MCHMOT history

T478 MCH is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
138,420 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 MCH
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T478 MCH was last recorded at 138,420 miles on 24 Jan 2024, 1,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,936 miles · 3 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,484 miles
Average per year
5,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,420 miles
  • 2023 – 136,936 miles
  • 2021 – 136,518 miles
  • 2020 – 131,331 miles
  • 2019 – 121,086 miles
  • 2018 – 113,339 miles
  • 2017 – 104,846 miles
  • 2016 – 95,360 miles
  • 2015 – 91,775 miles
  • 2014 – 86,213 miles
  • 2013 – 81,297 miles
  • 2012 – 75,800 miles
  • 2011 – 71,189 miles
  • 2010 – 65,195 miles
  • 2009 – 61,457 miles
  • 2008 – 55,067 miles
  • 2007 – 49,718 miles
  • 2006 – 43,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,420 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired out rigger for step and body fixing (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear chassis leg attached to rear cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drivers floor. can see carpet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front out riggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swival joint

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,420 miles (+1,484)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,420 miles
    Test number
    391374655991
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired out rigger for step and body fixing (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear chassis leg attached to rear cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drivers floor. can see carpet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front out riggers (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight oil leak from swival joint

  2. Pass136,936 miles (+418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,936 miles
    Test number
    644987381756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper Mount heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side Step mount heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass136,518 miles (+5,187)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,518 miles
    Test number
    657364903230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,331 miles (+10,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,331 miles
    Test number
    426739997749
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,086 miles (+7,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,086 miles
    Test number
    991239777046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive all (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,339 miles (+8,493)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,339 miles
    Test number
    758700286342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,846 miles (+9,486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    112544086094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,360 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    626158402503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,775 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,775 miles
    Test number
    121145875774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,213 miles (+4,916)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,213 miles
    Test number
    939223264000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight pitting to inside face of offside front disc

  11. Pass81,297 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,297 miles
    Test number
    337057853087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,800 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,800 miles
    Test number
    795607562076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail75,800 miles (+4,611)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,800 miles
    Test number
    886647962026
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass71,189 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,189 miles
    Test number
    907752041009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,195 miles (+3,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    214789630004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass61,457 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    101473369422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,437 miles (+6,370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,437 miles
    Test number
    292921369030
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass55,067 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,067 miles
    Test number
    990322348000
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer wall perishing

  19. Fail55,067 miles (+5,349)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,067 miles
    Test number
    131805638023
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer wall perishing

  20. Pass49,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,718 miles
    Test number
    283176967032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,718 miles (+6,434)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,718 miles
    Test number
    824564167034
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass43,284 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,284 miles
    Test number
    522887266079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T478 MCH

Does T478 MCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 MCH expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 MCH?
The MOT on T478 MCH expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 MCH done?
T478 MCH was recorded at 138,420 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2024, an average of 5,321 miles a year.
Has T478 MCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 MCH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T478 MCH 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 T478 MCH find?
T478 MCH failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired out rigger for step and body fixing; central front hazard warning lamps inoperative; nearside front inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 5 more.

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