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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

T700 DEFMOT history

T700 DEF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
124,216 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T700 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T700 DEF was last recorded at 124,216 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,193 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,216 miles
  • 2025 – 118,491 miles
  • 2024 – 118,481 miles
  • 2023 – 117,859 miles
  • 2022 – 111,459 miles
  • 2021 – 98,106 miles
  • 2020 – 88,227 miles
  • 2011 – 82,399 miles
  • 2010 – 76,179 miles
  • 2009 – 68,461 miles
  • 2007 – 61,852 miles
  • 2006 – 54,208 miles
  • 2005 – 46,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,216 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported the front to rear pipe.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,216 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    124,216 miles
    Test number
    509622344911
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail124,193 miles (+5,702)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,193 miles
    Test number
    226026108586
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass118,491 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,491 miles
    Test number
    200305518657
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail118,481 miles (+622)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,481 miles
    Test number
    216193012449
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass117,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,859 miles
    Test number
    254881233130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe off side front door strap is getting worn.
    • AdvisoryThe off side rear hub oil seal has a slight leak.

  6. Fail117,859 miles (+6,400)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,859 miles
    Test number
    126944473282
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,459 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,459 miles
    Test number
    378248821933
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail111,458 miles (+13,352)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,458 miles
    Test number
    931572013865
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected on the drop arm. (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated oil seal leaking (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,106 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,106 miles
    Test number
    639274601323
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported the front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe exhaust system is loose.

  10. Fail98,104 miles (+9,877)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,104 miles
    Test number
    110862705088
    • 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))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported the front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe exhaust system is loose.

  11. Pass88,227 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,227 miles
    Test number
    766508830584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,225 miles (+5,826)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    678472574996
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high light insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high light insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported the front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  13. Pass82,399 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,399 miles
    Test number
    369852731330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Fail82,399 miles (+6,220)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,399 miles
    Test number
    709842231345
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass76,179 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,179 miles
    Test number
    863207330105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteThe off side front and rear wing's has damage to them.

  16. Fail76,177 miles (+7,716)7 dangerous10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,177 miles
    Test number
    902232130129
    • DangerousFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteThe off side front and rear wing's has damage to them.

  17. Pass68,461 miles (+6,609)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    68,461 miles
    Test number
    884469719068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    242033537386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,852 miles (+7,644)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    570232437335
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlay in steering damper bushes

  20. Pass54,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,208 miles
    Test number
    340687796260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,208 miles (+8,104)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,208 miles
    Test number
    751096496232
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass46,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    46,104 miles
    Test number
    900083925305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,104 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,104 miles
    Test number
    443162125435
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T700 DEF

Does T700 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T700 DEF is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T700 DEF?
The MOT on T700 DEF is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T700 DEF done?
T700 DEF was recorded at 124,216 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 3,861 miles a year.
Has T700 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T700 DEF has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T700 DEF 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 T700 DEF find?
T700 DEF passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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