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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T642 GSNMOT history

T642 GSN is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 220,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
220,004 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T642 GSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T642 GSN was last recorded at 220,004 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 3,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
216,560 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,444 miles
Average per year
5,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,004 miles
  • 2025 – 216,560 miles
  • 2024 – 214,393 miles
  • 2023 – 209,900 miles
  • 2022 – 205,078 miles
  • 2020 – 199,243 miles
  • 2019 – 189,583 miles
  • 2018 – 183,575 miles
  • 2017 – 177,615 miles
  • 2016 – 171,776 miles
  • 2015 – 165,270 miles
  • 2014 – 158,934 miles
  • 2013 – 151,159 miles
  • 2012 – 144,968 miles
  • 2011 – 138,556 miles
  • 2010 – 132,281 miles
  • 2009 – 125,908 miles
  • 2008 – 118,713 miles
  • 2007 – 111,519 miles
  • 2006 – 105,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,004 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,004 miles (+3,444)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    220,004 miles
    Test number
    945822363437
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass216,560 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    216,560 miles
    Test number
    957001297422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass214,393 miles (+4,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    214,393 miles
    Test number
    986055144534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass209,900 miles (+4,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    209,900 miles
    Test number
    340868254633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass205,078 miles (+5,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    205,078 miles
    Test number
    715370521131
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass199,243 miles (+9,660)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    199,243 miles
    Test number
    181485729722
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  7. Pass189,583 miles (+6,008)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    189,583 miles
    Test number
    249143708639
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bump stop missing

  8. Pass183,575 miles (+5,960)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    183,575 miles
    Test number
    212842047235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass177,615 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    177,615 miles
    Test number
    784387675438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass171,776 miles (+6,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,776 miles
    Test number
    536149596259
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Pass165,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    165,270 miles
    Test number
    239279595032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail165,270 miles (+6,336)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,270 miles
    Test number
    425699195093
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass158,934 miles (+7,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    158,934 miles
    Test number
    838038794097
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass151,159 miles (+6,191)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    151,159 miles
    Test number
    428782173040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass144,968 miles (+6,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    144,968 miles
    Test number
    547688662097
    • Note1.ear pa\zds getting low 2.sreering damper some detieration 3.oil leaks on engine and diff slight judder on nearside front brake

  16. Pass138,556 miles (+6,275)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    138,556 miles
    Test number
    565387561033
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBlue smoke emitted slightly??

  17. Pass132,281 miles (+6,373)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    132,281 miles
    Test number
    453473160003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer side wall cut close to limits
    • NoteOff side front lower steering damper eye bush worn slightly

  18. Pass125,908 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    125,908 miles
    Test number
    112043469060
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side front headlamp unit slightly insecure

  19. Fail125,908 miles (+7,195)1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,908 miles
    Test number
    781173269077
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side front headlamp unit slightly insecure

  20. Pass118,713 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    118,713 miles
    Test number
    333209648037
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side rear brake pipe joint into caliper /pipe slightly kinked
    • NoteSteering damper off side front bush worn slightly

  21. Fail118,713 miles (+7,194)3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,713 miles
    Test number
    413299048062
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side rear brake pipe joint into caliper /pipe slightly kinked
    • NoteSteering damper off side front bush worn slightly

  22. Pass111,519 miles (+6,264)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    111,519 miles
    Test number
    620267947070
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSmoke emissions slightly high †both front tyre treads worn slightly inner edges/alignmemt???

  23. Pass105,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    105,255 miles
    Test number
    770037946023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T642 GSN

Does T642 GSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T642 GSN is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T642 GSN?
The MOT on T642 GSN is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T642 GSN done?
T642 GSN was recorded at 220,004 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 5,696 miles a year.
Has T642 GSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T642 GSN has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on T642 GSN 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 T642 GSN find?
T642 GSN passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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