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White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T551 GOHMOT history

T551 GOH is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,144 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 GOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 GOH was last recorded at 125,144 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,995 miles · 15 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
4,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,144 miles
  • 2023 – 124,995 miles
  • 2022 – 124,672 miles
  • 2021 – 124,613 miles
  • 2020 – 123,945 miles
  • 2019 – 123,923 miles
  • 2018 – 123,108 miles
  • 2017 – 115,547 miles
  • 2016 – 111,959 miles
  • 2015 – 107,696 miles
  • 2014 – 105,544 miles
  • 2013 – 105,436 miles
  • 2011 – 97,414 miles
  • 2010 – 82,517 miles
  • 2009 – 66,618 miles
  • 2008 – 55,828 miles
  • 2007 – 46,343 miles
  • 2006 – 38,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,144 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both sides of body/chassis, suspension components, frame/mounts, brake and fuel system/lines badly covered with under seal/grease making it difficult to inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,144 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,144 miles
    Test number
    625626739972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass124,995 miles (+323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    124,995 miles
    Test number
    584305957969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (hockey stick shape) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (hockey stick shape) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,672 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,672 miles
    Test number
    364744685485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail124,613 miles (+668)2 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,613 miles
    Test number
    476643112215
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt above rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear chassis near anti roll bar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear chassis near anti roll bar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,945 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,945 miles
    Test number
    561863877287
    • AdvisoryBoth sides of body/chassis, suspension components, frame/mounts, brake and fuel system/lines badly covered with under seal/grease making it difficult to inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail123,941 miles (+18)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,941 miles
    Test number
    216834120106
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides of body/chassis, suspension components, frame/mounts, brake and fuel system/lines badly covered with under seal/grease making it difficult to inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,923 miles (+815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,923 miles
    Test number
    939734535404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront discs pitted
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  8. Pass123,108 miles (+7,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    123,108 miles
    Test number
    725914874034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass115,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,547 miles
    Test number
    989212015010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Fail115,547 miles (+3,588)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,547 miles
    Test number
    655498162307
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass111,959 miles (+4,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    111,959 miles
    Test number
    874817623248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass107,696 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    107,696 miles
    Test number
    767628635019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,694 miles (+2,150)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,694 miles
    Test number
    476243635000
    • DangerousDiesel fuel leak from auxillary delivery fuel tank
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass105,544 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,544 miles
    Test number
    895473604035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,436 miles (+8,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,436 miles
    Test number
    665473403095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass97,414 miles (+14,897)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,414 miles
    Test number
    766361371132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs getting thin

  17. Pass82,517 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,517 miles
    Test number
    873079370167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteADVISED-SLIGHT DETERIORATION OF CLUTCH AND BRAKE PEDAL ANTI-SLIP DEVICES.
    • NoteAdvised-minor play/wear in N/S and O/S front suspension link bushes.

  18. Fail82,517 miles (+15,899)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,517 miles
    Test number
    192128670123
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteADVISED-SLIGHT DETERIORATION OF CLUTCH AND BRAKE PEDAL ANTI-SLIP DEVICES.
    • NoteAdvised-minor play/wear in N/S and O/S front suspension link bushes.

  19. Pass66,618 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,618 miles
    Test number
    304790569139
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail66,612 miles (+10,784)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,612 miles
    Test number
    512439059165
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteH/brake travel near limit

  21. Pass55,828 miles (+9,485)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,828 miles
    Test number
    212054558459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • NoteSlight wear in wiper links

  22. Pass46,343 miles (+8,281)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,343 miles
    Test number
    290048657458
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmmisions just within limits

  23. Fail38,062 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,062 miles
    Test number
    731893966109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmissions just within limits
    • NoteO/s mirror has a minor crack

  24. Pass38,062 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,062 miles
    Test number
    914193066108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmissions just within limits
    • NoteO/s mirror has a minor crack

Questions about T551 GOH

Does T551 GOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 GOH is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 GOH?
The MOT on T551 GOH is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 GOH done?
T551 GOH was recorded at 125,144 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 4,400 miles a year.
Has T551 GOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 GOH has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T551 GOH 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 T551 GOH find?
T551 GOH passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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