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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T653 GANMOT history

T653 GAN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 50,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
50,276 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T653 GAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T653 GAN was last recorded at 50,276 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,175 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
2,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,276 miles
  • 2024 – 50,175 miles
  • 2023 – 49,903 miles
  • 2022 – 49,667 miles
  • 2021 – 49,373 miles
  • 2020 – 48,238 miles
  • 2019 – 47,976 miles
  • 2018 – 47,775 miles
  • 2017 – 47,397 miles
  • 2016 – 46,543 miles
  • 2015 – 44,881 miles
  • 2014 – 43,053 miles
  • 2013 – 39,381 miles
  • 2012 – 32,700 miles
  • 2011 – 28,225 miles
  • 2010 – 22,227 miles
  • 2009 – 17,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,276 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,276 miles (+101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    772317405110
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass50,175 miles (+272)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,175 miles
    Test number
    877731959392
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass49,903 miles (+236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,903 miles
    Test number
    153137648240
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass49,667 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    49,667 miles
    Test number
    273763490272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,373 miles (+1,135)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,373 miles
    Test number
    762011080836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,238 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,238 miles
    Test number
    613571561948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,976 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,976 miles
    Test number
    325766192047
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Fail47,963 miles (+188)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,963 miles
    Test number
    354612153365
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rusty

  9. Pass47,775 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,775 miles
    Test number
    459520437289
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rusty

  10. Fail47,775 miles (+378)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,775 miles
    Test number
    372938598147
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rusty

  11. Pass47,397 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,397 miles
    Test number
    573669410977
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filter rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust very

  12. Fail47,397 miles (+854)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,397 miles
    Test number
    431231372929
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filter rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust very

  13. Pass46,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,543 miles
    Test number
    193770042937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seatbelt catch casing broken but not effecting use of seatbelt mechanism
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail46,543 miles (+1,662)6 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,543 miles
    Test number
    752697648998
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seatbelt catch casing broken but not effecting use of seatbelt mechanism
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass44,881 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,881 miles
    Test number
    586566254674
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  16. Fail44,881 miles (+1,828)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,881 miles
    Test number
    494725890721
    • FailureNearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  17. Pass43,053 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,053 miles
    Test number
    835974694263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust veryrusty

  18. Fail43,053 miles (+3,672)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,053 miles
    Test number
    296621794268
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust veryrusty

  19. Fail39,381 miles1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,381 miles
    Test number
    307147393403
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteN/s front tyre sidewall perrished

  20. Pass39,381 miles (+6,681)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,381 miles
    Test number
    327097593265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteN/s front tyre sidewall perrished

  21. Pass32,700 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    32,700 miles
    Test number
    357239892437
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail32,700 miles (+4,475)4 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,700 miles
    Test number
    429339192260
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass28,225 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,225 miles
    Test number
    595490241313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,227 miles (+4,964)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    22,227 miles
    Test number
    430970900318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,263 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,263 miles
    Test number
    473712409443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,366 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,366 miles
    Test number
    650895369281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T653 GAN

Does T653 GAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T653 GAN is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T653 GAN?
The MOT on T653 GAN is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T653 GAN done?
T653 GAN was recorded at 50,276 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,101 miles a year.
Has T653 GAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T653 GAN has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T653 GAN 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 T653 GAN find?
T653 GAN passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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