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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T657 JRHMOT history

T657 JRH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 240,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
240,881 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T657 JRH
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T657 JRH was last recorded at 240,881 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 8,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,289 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,592 miles
Average per year
7,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,881 miles
  • 2025 – 232,289 miles
  • 2023 – 232,165 miles
  • 2022 – 224,579 miles
  • 2021 – 220,518 miles
  • 2019 – 213,464 miles
  • 2018 – 201,586 miles
  • 2017 – 181,708 miles
  • 2016 – 164,989 miles
  • 2015 – 149,501 miles
  • 2014 – 132,985 miles
  • 2013 – 108,700 miles
  • 2012 – 104,270 miles
  • 2011 – 103,920 miles
  • 2010 – 103,088 miles
  • 2009 – 100,775 miles
  • 2008 – 99,863 miles
  • 2007 – 99,227 miles
  • 2006 – 95,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,881 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,881 miles (+8,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    240,881 miles
    Test number
    657426958729
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass232,289 miles (+124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    232,289 miles
    Test number
    195032902397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))

  3. Fail232,165 miles (+7,586)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,165 miles
    Test number
    571699363690
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass224,579 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    224,579 miles
    Test number
    896235999550
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail224,577 miles (+4,059)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,577 miles
    Test number
    741686564102
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass220,518 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    220,518 miles
    Test number
    979316114865
    • AdvisoryAdvise full brake service as discs poor condition

  7. Fail220,516 miles (+7,052)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,516 miles
    Test number
    394745870520
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full brake service as discs poor condition

  8. Pass213,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    213,464 miles
    Test number
    251804753483
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers holled and corroded

  9. Fail213,461 miles (+11,875)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,461 miles
    Test number
    400404044330
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radious (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers holled and corroded

  10. Pass201,586 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    201,586 miles
    Test number
    866416027897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail201,583 miles (+19,875)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,583 miles
    Test number
    603938433957
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass181,708 miles (+16,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    181,708 miles
    Test number
    669971994413
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass164,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    164,989 miles
    Test number
    793986209915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail164,989 miles (+15,488)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,989 miles
    Test number
    381182706299
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass149,501 miles (+16,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,501 miles
    Test number
    176120185139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass132,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,985 miles
    Test number
    946275504275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,985 miles (+24,285)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,985 miles
    Test number
    327985104243
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass108,700 miles (+4,430)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    108,700 miles
    Test number
    888352683173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle well undersealed

  19. Pass104,270 miles (+350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,270 miles
    Test number
    535336822326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Pass103,920 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,920 miles
    Test number
    568447681270
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail103,920 miles (+832)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,920 miles
    Test number
    956556981260
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass103,088 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    103,088 miles
    Test number
    584871100383
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail103,086 miles (+2,311)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    624458990223
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass100,775 miles (+912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,775 miles
    Test number
    501873699282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass99,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    99,863 miles
    Test number
    493244608367
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  26. Fail99,863 miles (+636)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,863 miles
    Test number
    741732308344
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass99,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    99,227 miles
    Test number
    520942937353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,227 miles (+3,368)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,227 miles
    Test number
    662900237319
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass95,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    95,859 miles
    Test number
    382988066064
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T657 JRH

Does T657 JRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T657 JRH is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T657 JRH?
The MOT on T657 JRH is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T657 JRH done?
T657 JRH was recorded at 240,881 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 7,277 miles a year.
Has T657 JRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T657 JRH has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T657 JRH 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 T657 JRH find?
T657 JRH passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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