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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

T702 AYJMOT history

T702 AYJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 131,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2025
Mileage
131,551 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
6,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T702 AYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T702 AYJ was last recorded at 131,551 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,538 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,551 miles
  • 2023 – 129,969 miles
  • 2022 – 127,143 miles
  • 2021 – 121,274 miles
  • 2020 – 120,915 miles
  • 2019 – 120,425 miles
  • 2018 – 117,919 miles
  • 2017 – 113,326 miles
  • 2016 – 110,114 miles
  • 2015 – 105,265 miles
  • 2014 – 99,146 miles
  • 2013 – 94,735 miles
  • 2012 – 91,303 miles
  • 2011 – 84,393 miles
  • 2010 – 75,316 miles
  • 2008 – 64,834 miles
  • 2006 – 41,166 miles
  • 2005 – 17,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,551 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,551 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    176021298224
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,538 miles (+1,569)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,538 miles
    Test number
    563535529177
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearmost track rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis has hole in outer section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,969 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,969 miles
    Test number
    283740671550
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail129,913 miles (+2,770)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    884255565628
    • DangerousCentral Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel hub has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass127,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,143 miles
    Test number
    804959220991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,143 miles (+5,869)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,143 miles
    Test number
    461965721456
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,274 miles
    Test number
    595254687214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,274 miles (+359)12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,274 miles
    Test number
    869957136512
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,915 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,915 miles
    Test number
    709028061102
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe leading to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security support rail across width of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail120,915 miles (+490)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,915 miles
    Test number
    453953086810
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe leading to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security support rail across width of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass120,425 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,425 miles
    Test number
    343621062834
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail120,375 miles (+2,456)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,375 miles
    Test number
    621325021730
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass117,919 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    117,919 miles
    Test number
    105340011388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak

  14. Fail117,912 miles (+4,586)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,912 miles
    Test number
    993216836331
    • FailureFront Fuel pipe leaking leak off pipes (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering box arm balljoint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak

  15. Pass113,326 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,326 miles
    Test number
    693265310081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail113,324 miles (+3,210)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,324 miles
    Test number
    607219118201
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play steering drop arm has slight wear in joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust emits smoke

  17. Pass110,114 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    110,114 miles
    Test number
    464661453289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded and offside front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail110,114 miles (+4,849)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,114 miles
    Test number
    831256918546
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play balljoint drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded and offside front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass105,265 miles (+6,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,265 miles
    Test number
    116984645420
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass99,146 miles (+4,411)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,146 miles
    Test number
    188931034403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear seat not fitted at time of test

  21. Pass94,735 miles (+36)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    108115333029
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail94,699 miles (+3,396)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,699 miles
    Test number
    137778123476
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass91,303 miles (+52)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,303 miles
    Test number
    105973162446
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail91,251 miles (+6,858)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,251 miles
    Test number
    956764652020
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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 Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f swivel joint leaking oil

  25. Pass84,393 miles (+9,077)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    84,393 miles
    Test number
    807342011060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,316 miles
    Test number
    113004600481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail75,316 miles (+10,482)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,316 miles
    Test number
    181614400481
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  28. Pass64,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    411816968394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  29. Fail64,834 miles (+9,519)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    581636968323
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  30. Pass55,315 miles (+15)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,315 miles
    Test number
    540484908017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront steering damper offside bush worn
    • NoteSpare wheel mounted to bonnet top (some forward view restriction)

  31. Fail55,300 miles (+14,134)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    931743408087
    • DangerousHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront steering damper offside bush worn
    • NoteSpare wheel mounted to bonnet top (some forward view restriction)

  32. Pass41,166 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,166 miles
    Test number
    374581966304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail41,054 miles (+23,869)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,054 miles
    Test number
    811465756344
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  34. Pass17,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    17,185 miles
    Test number
    132355155394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail17,176 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,176 miles
    Test number
    592955155389
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T702 AYJ

Does T702 AYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T702 AYJ expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T702 AYJ?
The MOT on T702 AYJ expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T702 AYJ done?
T702 AYJ was recorded at 131,551 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024, an average of 6,256 miles a year.
Has T702 AYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T702 AYJ has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T702 AYJ 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 T702 AYJ find?
T702 AYJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central front oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox slightly leaking; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember corroded, and 3 more.

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