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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T587 TEJMOT history

T587 TEJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 119,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,281 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T587 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
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T587 TEJ was last recorded at 119,281 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 4,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2016: 85,136 miles, lower than 814,905 miles on 3 Jun 2015.

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
114,486 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,795 miles
Average per year
3,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,281 miles
  • 2025 – 114,486 miles
  • 2024 – 109,927 miles
  • 2023 – 104,763 miles
  • 2022 – 101,440 miles
  • 2021 – 98,782 miles
  • 2020 – 96,737 miles
  • 2019 – 95,020 miles
  • 2018 – 92,557 miles
  • 2017 – 89,158 miles
  • 2016 – 85,169 miles
  • 2015 – 814,905 miles
  • 2014 – 78,837 miles
  • 2013 – 77,359 miles
  • 2012 – 75,827 miles
  • 2011 – 74,120 miles
  • 2010 – 72,414 miles
  • 2009 – 71,343 miles
  • 2008 – 69,024 miles
  • 2007 – 65,060 miles
  • 2006 – 56,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,281 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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear bump stops missing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Brake servo corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,281 miles (+4,795)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    283377169464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,486 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,486 miles
    Test number
    772363687166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,927 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,927 miles
    Test number
    795570305793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,763 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,763 miles
    Test number
    810897070033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,440 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,440 miles
    Test number
    226845845721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,329 miles (+2,547)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,329 miles
    Test number
    797423806828
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivels leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass98,782 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,782 miles
    Test number
    156381568054
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corrded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  8. Fail98,782 miles (+2,045)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,782 miles
    Test number
    212256993564
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corrded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  9. Pass96,737 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,737 miles
    Test number
    182948598042
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive "A" frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  10. Fail96,735 miles (+1,715)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,735 miles
    Test number
    299945970985
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive "A" frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  11. Pass95,020 miles (+29)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    95,020 miles
    Test number
    800985104281
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hub knuckle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hub knuckle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play joint on arm of steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all spring mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail94,991 miles (+2,434)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,991 miles
    Test number
    343566161937
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top axle joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot on steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hub knuckle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hub knuckle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play joint on arm of steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all spring mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass92,557 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,557 miles
    Test number
    742329066573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail92,555 miles (+3,397)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    284910133399
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass89,158 miles (+3,989)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,158 miles
    Test number
    136238419874
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront number plate just readable,fitted on a slight angle
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside front swivel joint slightly leaking

  16. Pass85,169 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    838345999088
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f hub seal leaking

  17. Fail85,136 miles (-729,769)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,136 miles
    Test number
    493936774240
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f hub seal leaking

  18. Pass814,905 miles (+736,068)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    814,905 miles
    Test number
    168514955192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteO/s/f hub seal leak

  19. Pass78,837 miles (+142)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,837 miles
    Test number
    865371764155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s hub bearing leaking

  20. Fail78,695 miles (+1,336)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,695 miles
    Test number
    685065354172
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s hub bearing leaking

  21. Pass77,359 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,359 miles
    Test number
    755177253132
    • NoteOffside front hub seal leaking

  22. Fail77,352 miles (+1,525)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,352 miles
    Test number
    355596953110
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOffside front hub seal leaking

  23. Pass75,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,827 miles
    Test number
    645801472162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Fail75,827 miles (+1,707)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,827 miles
    Test number
    605010672186
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass74,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    307305901192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,120 miles (+1,706)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    367315101184
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass72,414 miles (+1,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    72,414 miles
    Test number
    162848010174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass71,343 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,343 miles
    Test number
    583273899060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,024 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    191998878053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,060 miles (+8,768)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    65,060 miles
    Test number
    724012097037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCrack in ns door mirror

  31. Pass56,292 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,292 miles
    Test number
    141063186024
    • NoteCrack in ns door mirror but not impairing vision excessivly
    • NoteOsr and ns rear top shock absorber bushs worn slightly

Questions about T587 TEJ

Does T587 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T587 TEJ is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T587 TEJ?
The MOT on T587 TEJ is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T587 TEJ done?
T587 TEJ was recorded at 119,281 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 3,105 miles a year.
Has T587 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T587 TEJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T587 TEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T587 TEJ find?
T587 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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