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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T581 GOHMOT history

T581 GOH is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 115,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
115,285 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 GOH
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
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T581 GOH was last recorded at 115,285 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2015: 87,007 miles, lower than 87,720 miles on 10 Jan 2014.
  • 3 Nov 2016: 88,985 miles, lower than 870,630 miles on 10 Feb 2015.
  • 18 Oct 2022: 115,206 miles, lower than 115,207 miles on 17 Oct 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,272 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,285 miles
  • 2022 – 115,206 miles
  • 2021 – 111,814 miles
  • 2020 – 107,294 miles
  • 2019 – 103,861 miles
  • 2018 – 97,948 miles
  • 2017 – 89,970 miles
  • 2016 – 89,027 miles
  • 2015 – 870,630 miles
  • 2014 – 87,720 miles
  • 2013 – 84,333 miles
  • 2012 – 83,749 miles
  • 2011 – 81,387 miles
  • 2009 – 76,084 miles
  • 2008 – 67,784 miles
  • 2007 – 60,783 miles
  • 2006 – 54,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,285 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength next to seatbelt area in car at bottom (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,285 miles (+13)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,285 miles
    Test number
    515151734439
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength next to seatbelt area in car at bottom (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail115,272 miles (+66)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,272 miles
    Test number
    772953590928
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass115,206 miles (-1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,206 miles
    Test number
    468750522076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail115,207 miles (+3,393)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,207 miles
    Test number
    787552940894
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass111,814 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,814 miles
    Test number
    484285197208
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive axle swivel seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail111,814 miles (+4,520)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,814 miles
    Test number
    440099593597
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive axle swivel seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass107,294 miles (+3,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,294 miles
    Test number
    786969951963
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers foot well (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,861 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,861 miles
    Test number
    109732462752
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive o/s and n/s front axle swivel seals. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play A- frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail103,861 miles (+5,913)1 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,861 miles
    Test number
    615932993263
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Shocker turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Radius arm mount, chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm mount, chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Radius arm mount & spring mount, chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight insecure (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative Warning telltale on all the time (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working Telltale on all the time, fog inop (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Both front axle swivel seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play A-Frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,948 miles
    Test number
    236328364506
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail97,948 miles (+7,978)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,948 miles
    Test number
    820932957115
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced spring/maunting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross/member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,970 miles (+943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,970 miles
    Test number
    536040494076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass89,027 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,027 miles
    Test number
    138624809005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub leaking grease

  14. Fail88,985 miles (-781,645)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,985 miles
    Test number
    559591429407
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported centre (7.1.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub leaking grease

  15. Pass870,630 miles (+783,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    870,630 miles
    Test number
    659321845078
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail87,007 miles (-713)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    638690725066
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass87,720 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,720 miles
    Test number
    368690314046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail87,718 miles (+3,385)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,718 miles
    Test number
    836959804095
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass84,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    84,333 miles
    Test number
    318221013012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail84,333 miles (+584)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,333 miles
    Test number
    599310013001
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass83,749 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,749 miles
    Test number
    216049412065
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  22. Fail83,718 miles (+2,331)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,718 miles
    Test number
    515401612054
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  23. Pass81,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    81,387 miles
    Test number
    405360021070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail81,387 miles (+5,303)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,387 miles
    Test number
    836670921075
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass76,084 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    76,084 miles
    Test number
    301531259319
    • NoteOffside front brake disc pitted on inside face.

  26. Fail76,084 miles (+8,300)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,084 miles
    Test number
    491569149307
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront diff seal leaking.
    • NoteOffside and nearside front spherical ball housing seals leaking.
    • NoteOffside front brake disc pitted on inside face.

  27. Pass67,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,784 miles
    Test number
    871026058210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,784 miles (+7,001)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,784 miles
    Test number
    753914058204
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail60,783 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    173879547234
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

  30. Pass60,783 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,783 miles
    Test number
    791789447297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass54,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    232221466202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 GOH

Does T581 GOH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 GOH expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 GOH?
The MOT on T581 GOH expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 GOH done?
T581 GOH was recorded at 115,285 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 3,497 miles a year.
Has T581 GOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 GOH has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T581 GOH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 20 Jan 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T581 GOH find?
T581 GOH failed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength next to seatbelt area in car at bottom; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body, and 2 more.

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