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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T578 AOHMOT history

T578 AOH is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 174,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
174,962 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T578 AOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 AOH was last recorded at 174,962 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 5,062 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,900 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,062 miles
Average per year
2,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,962 miles
  • 2025 – 169,900 miles
  • 2024 – 168,046 miles
  • 2023 – 165,318 miles
  • 2014 – 165,292 miles
  • 2013 – 157,170 miles
  • 2012 – 155,761 miles
  • 2011 – 150,919 miles
  • 2010 – 144,695 miles
  • 2009 – 137,095 miles
  • 2008 – 130,909 miles
  • 2006 – 116,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,962 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,962 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    174,962 miles
    Test number
    400572455338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,900 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    169,900 miles
    Test number
    729006005928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,046 miles (+2,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    168,046 miles
    Test number
    817189797605
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass165,318 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,318 miles
    Test number
    403471466133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail165,292 miles (+8,122)15 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,292 miles
    Test number
    985417014379
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a seriously damaged brake pipe (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine emits blue smoke on acceleration

  6. Pass157,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    157,170 miles
    Test number
    608978913399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail157,170 miles (+1,409)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,170 miles
    Test number
    445802913316
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  8. Pass155,761 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    155,761 miles
    Test number
    306748412397
    • NoteNearside front headlamp lens starting to fade

  9. Fail155,746 miles (+4,827)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,746 miles
    Test number
    177980612313
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front headlamp lens starting to fade
    • NoteSpare tyre low in pressure

  10. Pass150,919 miles (+25)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    150,919 miles
    Test number
    457875061263
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  11. Fail150,894 miles (+6,199)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,894 miles
    Test number
    287014551249
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  12. Pass144,695 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    144,695 miles
    Test number
    130849810196
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail144,695 miles (+7,600)1 dangerous1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,695 miles
    Test number
    190188810138
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass137,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    137,095 miles
    Test number
    550714719188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail137,095 miles (+6,186)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,095 miles
    Test number
    890444819102
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChips in the windscreen

  16. Pass130,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    130,909 miles
    Test number
    894082828139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail130,909 miles (+14,579)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,909 miles
    Test number
    162832628152
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe is corroded

  18. Pass116,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    116,330 miles
    Test number
    432698446303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail116,330 miles6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,330 miles
    Test number
    783527446343
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteMiddle rear seat missing .
    • NoteNearside front metal brake pipe corroded .
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance .

Questions about T578 AOH

Does T578 AOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T578 AOH is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T578 AOH?
The MOT on T578 AOH is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T578 AOH done?
T578 AOH was recorded at 174,962 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,964 miles a year.
Has T578 AOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 AOH has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on T578 AOH 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 T578 AOH find?
T578 AOH passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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