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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T548 BODMOT history

T548 BOD is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 96,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2022
Mileage
96,687 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2022
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T548 BOD
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
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T548 BOD was last recorded at 96,687 miles on 30 Nov 2022, 3,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,389 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3,298 miles
Average per year
2,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,687 miles
  • 2021 – 93,389 miles
  • 2020 – 89,495 miles
  • 2019 – 85,908 miles
  • 2018 – 82,301 miles
  • 2017 – 78,205 miles
  • 2016 – 74,380 miles
  • 2015 – 70,252 miles
  • 2014 – 69,637 miles
  • 2013 – 68,621 miles
  • 2012 – 66,914 miles
  • 2011 – 65,422 miles
  • 2010 – 63,332 miles
  • 2009 – 59,921 miles
  • 2008 – 56,775 miles
  • 2007 – 52,516 miles
  • 2006 – 49,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,687 miles
  • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBulkhead corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,687 miles (+3,298)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,687 miles
    Test number
    419515629619
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded

  2. Pass93,389 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    451401072806
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail93,389 miles (+3,894)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    423809622970
    • MajorNearside 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 outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass89,495 miles (+3,587)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,495 miles
    Test number
    889013142673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,908 miles
    Test number
    392896702402
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Fail85,908 miles (+3,607)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,908 miles
    Test number
    207562368735
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play off steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    343360969177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail82,301 miles (+4,096)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    163159414859
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play end of steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,205 miles (+3,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,205 miles
    Test number
    242077319320
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass74,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    890055167669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,380 miles (+4,128)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    269126797803
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass70,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,252 miles
    Test number
    153345480041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,252 miles (+615)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,252 miles
    Test number
    149791978399
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass69,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    115096294223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,637 miles (+1,016)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    375705594447
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass68,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,621 miles
    Test number
    149540613391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,621 miles (+1,707)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,621 miles
    Test number
    398800613398
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass66,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,914 miles
    Test number
    357288712362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,914 miles (+1,492)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,914 miles
    Test number
    276268012307
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass65,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,422 miles
    Test number
    118083611360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,422 miles (+2,090)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,422 miles
    Test number
    888193611373
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Fail63,332 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,332 miles
    Test number
    364683390204
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass63,332 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,332 miles
    Test number
    602113090282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,921 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,921 miles
    Test number
    152119999251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass59,921 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,921 miles
    Test number
    580059299249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,775 miles
    Test number
    811326498226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,775 miles (+4,259)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,775 miles
    Test number
    312135898448
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  28. Pass52,516 miles (+3,511)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,516 miles
    Test number
    353759687416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,005 miles
    Test number
    914497496236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail49,005 miles1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,005 miles
    Test number
    301557096251
    • DangerousServo hose badly chaffed, would rec replacement as soon as possible
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSteering damper eye bush worn

Questions about T548 BOD

Does T548 BOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T548 BOD expired on 5 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T548 BOD?
The MOT on T548 BOD expired on 5 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T548 BOD done?
T548 BOD was recorded at 96,687 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2022, an average of 2,961 miles a year.
Has T548 BOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T548 BOD has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T548 BOD 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 T548 BOD find?
T548 BOD failed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2022 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded; nearside front wheel bearing rough when rotated; nearside windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 6 more.

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