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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T581 TEJMOT history

T581 TEJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 166,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2022
Mileage
166,188 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 TEJ
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
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 TEJ was last recorded at 166,188 miles on 4 Dec 2021, 6,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,840 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,348 miles
Average per year
6,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 166,188 miles
  • 2020 – 159,840 miles
  • 2019 – 159,270 miles
  • 2018 – 151,708 miles
  • 2017 – 142,929 miles
  • 2016 – 131,625 miles
  • 2015 – 120,687 miles
  • 2014 – 111,020 miles
  • 2013 – 107,089 miles
  • 2012 – 104,928 miles
  • 2011 – 101,623 miles
  • 2010 – 99,756 miles
  • 2009 – 96,686 miles
  • 2008 – 85,014 miles
  • 2007 – 75,974 miles
  • 2006 – 66,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,188 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Indicator switch faulty Cancel function

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,188 miles (+6,348)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    166,188 miles
    Test number
    291367442114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,840 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    159,840 miles
    Test number
    350458327843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,270 miles (+7,562)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    159,270 miles
    Test number
    792620819079
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty Not cancelling (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is slightly worn
    • AdvisoryWiper blades are deteriorating

  4. Pass151,708 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    151,708 miles
    Test number
    433234447642
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty Cancel function (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (D) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail151,707 miles (+8,778)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,707 miles
    Test number
    945835352141
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Steering box area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring/shocker (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty Cancel function (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (D) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass142,929 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    142,929 miles
    Test number
    812760816298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake is binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  7. Fail142,928 miles (+11,303)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,928 miles
    Test number
    334266951005
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high Insecure (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake is binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  8. Pass131,625 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,625 miles
    Test number
    413863853601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Fail131,624 miles (+10,937)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,624 miles
    Test number
    879457745860
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass120,687 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,687 miles
    Test number
    867663157528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Fail120,682 miles (+9,662)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,682 miles
    Test number
    321446765181
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryChassis and prescribed areas corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass111,020 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    111,020 miles
    Test number
    508394204388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    107,089 miles
    Test number
    725669783209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,089 miles (+2,161)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,089 miles
    Test number
    775189683211
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass104,928 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,928 miles
    Test number
    177912812392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,895 miles (+3,272)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,895 miles
    Test number
    635220612317
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass101,623 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    101,623 miles
    Test number
    248786601336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,589 miles (+1,833)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,589 miles
    Test number
    579959091204
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass99,756 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    99,756 miles
    Test number
    220741690234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    772431609302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,686 miles (+1,492)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    512900009345
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass95,194 miles (+10,180)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    95,194 miles
    Test number
    131190449479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    400843908055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,014 miles (+9,040)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    704612608026
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass75,974 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    75,974 miles
    Test number
    354974907066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail75,973 miles (+9,853)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,973 miles
    Test number
    772352707048
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  27. Pass66,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,120 miles
    Test number
    641293806056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 TEJ

Does T581 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 TEJ expired on 11 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 TEJ?
The MOT on T581 TEJ expired on 11 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 TEJ done?
T581 TEJ was recorded at 166,188 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2021, an average of 6,287 miles a year.
Has T581 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 TEJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T581 TEJ 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 T581 TEJ find?
T581 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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