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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T654 AFMMOT history

T654 AFM is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 182,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
182,658 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T654 AFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T654 AFM was last recorded at 182,658 miles on 8 Apr 2025, 783 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,875 miles · 1 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
783 miles
Average per year
3,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,658 miles
  • 2024 – 181,875 miles
  • 2022 – 178,473 miles
  • 2021 – 173,811 miles
  • 2020 – 164,105 miles
  • 2014 – 161,735 miles
  • 2013 – 156,188 miles
  • 2012 – 150,190 miles
  • 2011 – 148,825 miles
  • 2009 – 145,848 miles
  • 2008 – 142,206 miles
  • 2007 – 131,649 miles
  • 2006 – 120,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,658 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel ball has slight mist of oil
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark brake level warning light flickering

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed o/s and n/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s rear chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail182,658 miles (+783)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,658 miles
    Test number
    860051138286
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel ball has slight mist of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass181,875 miles (+10)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    181,875 miles
    Test number
    692418732651
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark brake level warning light flickering (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed o/s and n/s front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting o/s and n/s rear chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Fail181,865 miles (+3,392)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,865 miles
    Test number
    967571392973
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark brake level warning light flickering (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed o/s and n/s front (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting o/s and n/s rear chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass178,473 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    178,473 miles
    Test number
    560128594729
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Fail178,473 miles (+4,662)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,473 miles
    Test number
    667118585281
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure at steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass173,811 miles (+9,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,811 miles
    Test number
    883504445137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass164,105 miles (+2,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    164,105 miles
    Test number
    731727397974
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass161,735 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    161,735 miles
    Test number
    437212534085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Fail161,733 miles (+5,545)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,733 miles
    Test number
    667689524010
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Pass156,188 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    187273223009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass150,190 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    150,190 miles
    Test number
    788364412036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass148,825 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    148,825 miles
    Test number
    858482311008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail148,802 miles (+2,954)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,802 miles
    Test number
    657007901034
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass145,848 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    145,848 miles
    Test number
    953397059372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail145,842 miles (+3,636)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    434826459302
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass142,206 miles (+10,557)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    142,206 miles
    Test number
    610745448397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    131,649 miles
    Test number
    890349837395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,649 miles (+10,721)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,649 miles
    Test number
    473688437327
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass120,928 miles (+9,328)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    120,928 miles
    Test number
    844717846306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    111,600 miles
    Test number
    184444526035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T654 AFM

Does T654 AFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T654 AFM expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T654 AFM?
The MOT on T654 AFM expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T654 AFM done?
T654 AFM was recorded at 182,658 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2025, an average of 3,700 miles a year.
Has T654 AFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T654 AFM has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T654 AFM 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 T654 AFM find?
T654 AFM failed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2025 with 3 major defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers insecurely attached; rear fog lamp not working; vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting, and 14 more.

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