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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T5 LDRMOT history

T5 LDR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 155,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
155,343 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LDR was last recorded at 155,343 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 13,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,431 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,912 miles
Average per year
3,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,343 miles
  • 2025 – 141,431 miles
  • 2021 – 137,079 miles
  • 2020 – 132,406 miles
  • 2019 – 130,395 miles
  • 2016 – 129,211 miles
  • 2015 – 126,688 miles
  • 2014 – 125,125 miles
  • 2013 – 119,952 miles
  • 2012 – 113,625 miles
  • 2011 – 107,912 miles
  • 2010 – 104,711 miles
  • 2008 – 95,671 miles
  • 2006 – 88,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,343 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Doors corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/s/f seat belt starting to fray

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Nail in tyre both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,343 miles (+13,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    155,343 miles
    Test number
    513638403775
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass141,431 miles (+4,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,431 miles
    Test number
    329412296233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear noisy diff or wheel bearings , heard during brake test

  3. Pass137,079 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,079 miles
    Test number
    728036372763
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,076 miles (+4,670)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,076 miles
    Test number
    482507201238
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine started to run erratic during second cycle (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking pressure regulator (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,406 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,406 miles
    Test number
    868577081693
    • AdvisoryDoors corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Fail132,403 miles (+2,008)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,403 miles
    Test number
    181071317384
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDoors corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass130,395 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,395 miles
    Test number
    152915169427
    • AdvisoryFront Nail in tyre both
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOi leak

  8. Fail130,391 miles (+1,180)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,391 miles
    Test number
    890802418703
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Nail in tyre both
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOi leak

  9. Pass129,211 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    129,211 miles
    Test number
    649544517359
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  10. Fail129,208 miles (+2,520)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,208 miles
    Test number
    440738351858
    • FailureCentral Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking rear filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  11. Pass126,688 miles (+181)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,688 miles
    Test number
    316066425210
    • NoteAnti slip device missing from clutch pedal
    • NoteBody corroded around windscreen
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteProp shaft UJ worn

  12. Fail126,507 miles (+1,382)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    936756795177
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteBody corroded round windscreen mounts
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteFront brake pads slight wear
    • NoteOil leaks engine and transmission
    • NoteOil round steering box suspect slight leak
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

  13. Pass125,125 miles (+3)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    125,125 miles
    Test number
    287951164113
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFluid around clutch slave cylinder
    • NoteO/s/f seat belts starting to frey
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSteering box damp

  14. Fail125,122 miles (+5,170)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,122 miles
    Test number
    768115154161
    • FailureFront Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteO/s/f seat belts starting to frey
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSteering box damp

  15. Pass119,952 miles (+52)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    207018163194
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear doors corroded

  16. Fail119,900 miles (+6,275)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,900 miles
    Test number
    946948753140
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear doors corroded

  17. Pass113,625 miles (+13)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,625 miles
    Test number
    435034552146
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChips in windscren
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play to rear shock absober lower bushs

  18. Fail113,612 miles (+5,700)6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,612 miles
    Test number
    506451252116
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTowbar locking device missing (6.6.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChips in windscren
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play to rear shock absober lower bushs
    • NoteSuspect tow bar fitted incorectly

  19. Pass107,912 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,912 miles
    Test number
    889269451033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,842 miles (+3,131)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,842 miles
    Test number
    399857941027
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass104,711 miles (+9,040)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,711 miles
    Test number
    632525350092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass95,671 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    95,671 miles
    Test number
    383047658125
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail95,652 miles (+7,477)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,652 miles
    Test number
    203804958171
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass88,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    88,175 miles
    Test number
    682469486179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,175 miles4 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,175 miles
    Test number
    212997486457
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChip to windscreen
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront axle oil leak
    • NoteRear step insecure
    • NoteSlight play to n/s trackrod end
    • NoteSlight play to steering damper bushes
    • NoteTransfer box oil leak

Questions about T5 LDR

Does T5 LDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LDR is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LDR?
The MOT on T5 LDR is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LDR done?
T5 LDR was recorded at 155,343 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,344 miles a year.
Has T5 LDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LDR has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T5 LDR 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 LDR find?
T5 LDR passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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