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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T5 DEFMOT history

T5 DEF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 150,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
150,143 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 DEF
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
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 DEF was last recorded at 150,143 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,780 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,363 miles
Average per year
3,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,143 miles
  • 2025 – 147,780 miles
  • 2024 – 145,741 miles
  • 2023 – 143,368 miles
  • 2022 – 142,853 miles
  • 2021 – 141,987 miles
  • 2020 – 141,610 miles
  • 2019 – 140,534 miles
  • 2018 – 139,627 miles
  • 2017 – 138,388 miles
  • 2016 – 133,780 miles
  • 2015 – 126,830 miles
  • 2014 – 119,652 miles
  • 2013 – 116,401 miles
  • 2012 – 112,153 miles
  • 2011 – 105,968 miles
  • 2010 – 103,167 miles
  • 2009 – 101,345 miles
  • 2008 – 95,586 miles
  • 2007 – 83,255 miles
  • 2006 – 75,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,143 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust system corrodid

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,143 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    150,143 miles
    Test number
    988941745836
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail150,143 miles (+2,363)3 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,143 miles
    Test number
    298418357364
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass147,780 miles (+2,039)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,780 miles
    Test number
    148037251955
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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 Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass145,741 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    685683402279
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock turrett corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Fail145,741 miles (+2,373)1 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    608183113726
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock turrett corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass143,368 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    143,368 miles
    Test number
    410208820287
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf shock absorber turrett corrodid

  7. Fail143,368 miles (+515)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,368 miles
    Test number
    870802952494
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf shock absorber turrett corrodid

  8. Pass142,853 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    142,853 miles
    Test number
    916007269868
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid

  9. Fail142,853 miles (+866)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,853 miles
    Test number
    794632429262
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid

  10. Pass141,987 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    141,987 miles
    Test number
    328180125370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material allround (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf shock turret corrodid

  11. Fail141,987 miles (+377)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,987 miles
    Test number
    928501183645
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened shock turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material allround (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf shock turret corrodid

  12. Pass141,610 miles (+1,076)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    141,610 miles
    Test number
    714970433570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn tie bar bush cracking (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass140,534 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    594369172891
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock turretts corrodid
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf and centre seat belt plastic covers missing

  14. Fail140,534 miles (+907)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    709437643074
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock turretts corrodid
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodid
    • AdvisoryOsf and centre seat belt plastic covers missing

  15. Pass139,627 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,627 miles
    Test number
    400440870643
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension turretts corrodid
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrodid

  16. Fail139,627 miles (+1,239)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,627 miles
    Test number
    506556098064
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension turretts corrodid
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrodid

  17. Pass138,388 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,388 miles
    Test number
    194375453542
    • 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)

  18. Fail138,388 miles (+4,608)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,388 miles
    Test number
    337408590313
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass133,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    206215068471
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail133,780 miles (+6,950)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    222905470883
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass126,830 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,830 miles
    Test number
    907314665090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail126,829 miles (+7,177)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,829 miles
    Test number
    225412665058
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass119,652 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,652 miles
    Test number
    857136664020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass116,401 miles (+4,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,401 miles
    Test number
    598783063023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail112,153 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,153 miles
    Test number
    658022462098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass112,153 miles (+6,185)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    112,153 miles
    Test number
    888982362066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass105,968 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    496755041016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass103,167 miles (+1,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    103,167 miles
    Test number
    854783540037
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Pass101,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    200492049044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail101,345 miles (+5,759)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    232662549032
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

  31. Pass95,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,586 miles
    Test number
    294039838006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail95,582 miles (+12,327)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,582 miles
    Test number
    670689038047
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Pass83,255 miles (+8,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    614029837080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  34. Pass75,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    102505556416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 DEF

Does T5 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 DEF is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 DEF?
The MOT on T5 DEF is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 DEF done?
T5 DEF was recorded at 150,143 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 3,692 miles a year.
Has T5 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 DEF has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 DEF 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 T5 DEF find?
T5 DEF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front steering box leaking oil; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 9 more.

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