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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T483 MCHMOT history

T483 MCH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 130,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2026
Mileage
130,617 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T483 MCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T483 MCH was last recorded at 130,617 miles on 13 Jun 2025, 373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,244 miles · 17 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
373 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,617 miles
  • 2024 – 130,244 miles
  • 2023 – 130,054 miles
  • 2022 – 128,855 miles
  • 2021 – 128,297 miles
  • 2020 – 127,833 miles
  • 2019 – 126,401 miles
  • 2018 – 126,355 miles
  • 2017 – 116,684 miles
  • 2016 – 103,413 miles
  • 2015 – 93,045 miles
  • 2014 – 91,625 miles
  • 2013 – 90,306 miles
  • 2012 – 88,869 miles
  • 2011 – 85,821 miles
  • 2010 – 81,375 miles
  • 2009 – 74,483 miles
  • 2008 – 67,561 miles
  • 2007 – 61,871 miles
  • 2006 – 58,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,617 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe to flexi corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe to flexi corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure heavily undersealed not allowing full inspection

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,617 miles (+373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    130,617 miles
    Test number
    670306135351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe to flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe to flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure heavily undersealed not allowing full inspection

  2. Pass130,244 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,244 miles
    Test number
    125727995342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,054 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    130,054 miles
    Test number
    338576153054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,855 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,855 miles
    Test number
    377963522518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,297 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,297 miles
    Test number
    377074888006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,833 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,833 miles
    Test number
    848056586404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,401 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,401 miles
    Test number
    228652072253
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail126,401 miles (+46)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,401 miles
    Test number
    718326122552
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass126,355 miles (+9,671)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,355 miles
    Test number
    804948385722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shocker bush worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet stiff to open

  10. Pass116,684 miles (+13,271)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,684 miles
    Test number
    332451652685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,413 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,413 miles
    Test number
    115981381278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,379 miles (+10,334)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    597874444794
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  13. Fail93,045 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,045 miles
    Test number
    415904435144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front outrigger

  14. Pass93,045 miles (+1,420)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,045 miles
    Test number
    737604335187
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front outrigger

  15. Pass91,625 miles (+1,319)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,625 miles
    Test number
    517300464187
    • NoteEngine and gearbox oil leaks

  16. Pass90,306 miles (+1,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,306 miles
    Test number
    697280443188
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded

  17. Pass88,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    869685862181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,868 miles (+3,047)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,868 miles
    Test number
    308365962161
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass85,821 miles (+4,446)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    197961201260
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear bumper corroded but not with in 30cm of a strucual point or a tow bar mount area
    • NoteVehicle has been under sealed

  20. Pass81,375 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,375 miles
    Test number
    290302980179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  21. Fail81,374 miles (+6,891)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,374 miles
    Test number
    630682680173
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  22. Pass74,483 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    384658189101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,338 miles (+6,777)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    474894179133
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass67,561 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    301940778131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front swivel joints slight oil leak.

  25. Fail67,557 miles (+5,686)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,557 miles
    Test number
    283388268473
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front swivel joints slight oil leak.

  26. Pass61,871 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,871 miles
    Test number
    273223677108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront and rear prop-shafts, Universal joints slight play.
    • NoteFront swivel joint oil seals slight leak.

  27. Fail61,871 miles (+3,867)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,871 miles
    Test number
    853480277150
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteO/s & n/s front swivel joint oil seals slight leak.

  28. Pass58,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    233048976145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail58,003 miles2 failures2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,003 miles
    Test number
    253458776407
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront axle steering joint glands, slight oil leak.
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T483 MCH

Does T483 MCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T483 MCH expired on 16 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T483 MCH?
The MOT on T483 MCH expired on 16 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T483 MCH done?
T483 MCH was recorded at 130,617 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2025, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has T483 MCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T483 MCH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T483 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 T483 MCH find?
T483 MCH passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe to flexi corroded; offside front brake pipe to flexi corroded; oil leak, and 1 more.

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