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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

T5 LWBMOT history

T5 LWB is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,757 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LWB was last recorded at 105,757 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 4,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jan 2008: 69,394 miles, lower than 524,738 miles on 13 Jan 2007.

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
101,736 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,757 miles
  • 2025 – 101,736 miles
  • 2024 – 97,961 miles
  • 2023 – 97,944 miles
  • 2022 – 95,838 miles
  • 2021 – 95,765 miles
  • 2020 – 94,702 miles
  • 2019 – 92,945 miles
  • 2018 – 91,907 miles
  • 2017 – 89,982 miles
  • 2016 – 88,288 miles
  • 2014 – 85,449 miles
  • 2013 – 84,416 miles
  • 2012 – 83,354 miles
  • 2011 – 82,367 miles
  • 2010 – 80,932 miles
  • 2009 – 78,460 miles
  • 2008 – 69,394 miles
  • 2007 – 524,738 miles
  • 2006 – 391,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,757 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings leak

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.

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front tyre perishing with age

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint above diff (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,757 miles (+4,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    615501869249
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings leak

  2. Pass101,736 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,736 miles
    Test number
    494579227209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,961 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    130830152384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,944 miles (+2,106)1 dangerous15 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,944 miles
    Test number
    277646249904
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Pass95,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,838 miles
    Test number
    356159847730
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail95,838 miles (+73)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,838 miles
    Test number
    528670901958
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail95,765 miles (+1,063)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,765 miles
    Test number
    389319486643
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEverything underside of the vehicle covered in black sealant

  8. Pass94,702 miles (+1,757)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,702 miles
    Test number
    478905906011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play / rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,945 miles (+1,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,945 miles
    Test number
    938223110159
    • AdvisoryRear Upper suspension arm has slight free play in a ball joint above diff
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass91,907 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,907 miles
    Test number
    802899106175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing with age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint above diff (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail91,905 miles (+1,923)4 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,905 miles
    Test number
    455013057673
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe fouled by moving parts + nearside front (3.6.B.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing with age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint above diff (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass89,982 miles (+1,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,982 miles
    Test number
    533350011386
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + rear,s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint arm above diff (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  13. Pass88,288 miles (+2,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    88,288 miles
    Test number
    104864771732
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + nearside rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint arm above diff (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,449 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,449 miles
    Test number
    369133724284
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut inbetween treads

  15. Fail85,448 miles (+1,032)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,448 miles
    Test number
    828390024215
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut inbetween treads

  16. Pass84,416 miles (+9)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,416 miles
    Test number
    785965273125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside + nearside front wiper blades split
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cuts in tread

  17. Fail84,407 miles (+1,053)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,407 miles
    Test number
    468714463151
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside + nearside front wiper blades split

  18. Pass83,354 miles (+987)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    83,354 miles
    Test number
    969168112144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside + nearside rear brake discs inner wear surfaces have slight surface rust

  19. Pass82,367 miles (+1,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,367 miles
    Test number
    936051061003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass80,932 miles (+2,472)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,932 miles
    Test number
    393899340048
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc inn er wear surface lightly corroded
    • NoteOffside front mud flap insecure

  21. Pass78,460 miles (+9,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,460 miles
    Test number
    154492549481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,394 miles (-455,344)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,394 miles
    Test number
    534933128091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass524,738 miles (+133,284)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    524,738 miles
    Test number
    211723117058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass391,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    391,454 miles
    Test number
    690861346003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T5 LWB

Does T5 LWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LWB is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LWB?
The MOT on T5 LWB is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LWB done?
T5 LWB was recorded at 105,757 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026.
Has T5 LWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LWB has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 LWB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jan 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 LWB find?
T5 LWB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod; both front swivel housings leak.

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