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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T562 MECMOT history

T562 MEC is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 150,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
150,903 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T562 MEC
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T562 MEC was last recorded at 150,903 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,901 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,903 miles
  • 2023 – 148,869 miles
  • 2022 – 145,344 miles
  • 2021 – 142,016 miles
  • 2020 – 138,120 miles
  • 2019 – 134,110 miles
  • 2018 – 129,986 miles
  • 2017 – 125,960 miles
  • 2016 – 122,702 miles
  • 2015 – 118,808 miles
  • 2014 – 116,888 miles
  • 2013 – 113,596 miles
  • 2012 – 111,458 miles
  • 2011 – 104,819 miles
  • 2010 – 96,315 miles
  • 2009 – 91,753 miles
  • 2008 – 83,199 miles
  • 2007 – 75,093 miles
  • 2006 – 66,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,903 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle has various rust spotsRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,903 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    150,903 miles
    Test number
    576050946345
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle has various rust spots

  2. Fail150,901 miles (+2,032)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,901 miles
    Test number
    300728451086
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect and offside rear (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wheel bearing slightly noisy rear and front nearside (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle has various rust spots

  3. Pass148,869 miles (+3,525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,869 miles
    Test number
    492641696412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from rear diff

  4. Pass145,344 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,344 miles
    Test number
    395081250894
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play/lift hub swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail145,344 miles (+3,328)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,344 miles
    Test number
    939966672939
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play/lift hub swivel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass142,016 miles (+3,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    142,016 miles
    Test number
    157783426698
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass138,120 miles (+9)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,120 miles
    Test number
    873205167296
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail138,111 miles (+4,001)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,111 miles
    Test number
    645237056619
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper arm loose (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass134,110 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    134,110 miles
    Test number
    732347261094
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail134,110 miles (+4,124)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,110 miles
    Test number
    613028957739
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass129,986 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    129,986 miles
    Test number
    473308442052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed passenger
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces

  12. Fail129,954 miles (+3,994)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,954 miles
    Test number
    390891727749
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass125,960 miles (+3,258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,960 miles
    Test number
    454226709843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt damage but webbing not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt damaged but not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryGearbox crossmember in poor condition

  14. Pass122,702 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,702 miles
    Test number
    987720674576
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryGearbox crossmember in poor condition

  15. Fail122,702 miles (+3,894)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,702 miles
    Test number
    871320180424
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryGearbox crossmember in poor condition

  16. Pass118,808 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    118,808 miles
    Test number
    701875686419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail118,796 miles (+1,908)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,796 miles
    Test number
    382313242077
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass116,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    967579484232
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Fail116,888 miles (+3,292)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    686407084296
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc in poor condition

  20. Pass113,596 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    917098843258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront axle swivel joints leaking slightly

  21. Fail113,596 miles (+2,138)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    456562543279
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront axle swivel joints leaking slightly

  22. Pass111,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,458 miles
    Test number
    176874842267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail111,458 miles (+6,639)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,458 miles
    Test number
    755194042250
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass104,819 miles (+8,504)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,819 miles
    Test number
    946040851241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass96,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    644102250213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail96,315 miles (+4,562)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    990072350245
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

  27. Pass91,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    924058339270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail91,753 miles (+8,554)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    693593939228
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTowbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass83,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,199 miles
    Test number
    331901438233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail83,199 miles (+8,106)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,199 miles
    Test number
    662031438256
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  31. Pass75,093 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,093 miles
    Test number
    111473637289
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  32. Fail75,035 miles (+8,197)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    551255227280
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  33. Pass66,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    66,838 miles
    Test number
    183648126238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail66,838 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,838 miles
    Test number
    542598026247
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T562 MEC

Does T562 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T562 MEC expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T562 MEC?
The MOT on T562 MEC expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T562 MEC done?
T562 MEC was recorded at 150,903 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 4,612 miles a year.
Has T562 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T562 MEC has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T562 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 T562 MEC find?
T562 MEC passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded; underside vehicle has various rust spots.

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