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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T730 APSMOT history

T730 APS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 78,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
78,432 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T730 APS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T730 APS was last recorded at 78,432 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Feb 2007: 23,587 miles, lower than 235,852 miles on 20 Feb 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,431 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,432 miles
  • 2025 – 76,909 miles
  • 2024 – 73,806 miles
  • 2023 – 70,818 miles
  • 2022 – 68,002 miles
  • 2021 – 64,973 miles
  • 2017 – 64,944 miles
  • 2016 – 63,455 miles
  • 2015 – 58,981 miles
  • 2014 – 50,373 miles
  • 2013 – 46,788 miles
  • 2012 – 43,952 miles
  • 2011 – 41,249 miles
  • 2010 – 35,099 miles
  • 2009 – 29,272 miles
  • 2008 – 26,996 miles
  • 2007 – 23,587 miles
  • 2006 – 20,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,432 miles
  • AdvisoryPoss slight play n/s/f wheel bearingRecorded 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front brake discs pitted/scored

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2026

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,432 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    78,432 miles
    Test number
    905755730928
    • AdvisoryPoss slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

  2. Fail78,431 miles (+1,522)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    498271338425
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • AdvisoryPoss slight play n/s/f wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/scored

  3. Pass76,909 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    76,909 miles
    Test number
    994696113637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/scored

  4. Fail76,909 miles (+3,103)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,909 miles
    Test number
    714201995958
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/scored

  5. Pass73,806 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,806 miles
    Test number
    695635952305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail73,805 miles (+2,987)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,805 miles
    Test number
    915016774202
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass70,818 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,818 miles
    Test number
    148954716807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,002 miles
    Test number
    634947289914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,002 miles (+3,029)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,002 miles
    Test number
    867479338522
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,973 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,973 miles
    Test number
    959965944828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,944 miles (+1,489)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,944 miles
    Test number
    295994298168
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • AdvisoryN/s/r chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  12. Pass63,455 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,455 miles
    Test number
    612913083243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBody mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  13. Fail63,454 miles (+4,473)9 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,454 miles
    Test number
    156222662064
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle bracket (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis/crossmember (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket deteriorated so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBody mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  14. Pass58,981 miles (+8,608)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    400564139509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake low effort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass50,373 miles (+1)3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,373 miles
    Test number
    865358534250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteFront axle slightly corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • NoteFront coil spring corroded
    • NoteN/s chassis corroded
    • NoteO/s chassis corroded
    • NoteRear body mounts slightly corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteRear coil springs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  16. Fail50,372 miles (+3,584)11 failures5 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,372 miles
    Test number
    109271534262
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteFront axle slightly corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted/scored
    • NoteFront coil spring corroded
    • NoteN/s chassis corroded
    • NoteO/s chassis corroded
    • NoteRear body mounts slightly corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteRear coil springs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  17. Pass46,788 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    46,788 miles
    Test number
    588867613242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Fail46,788 miles (+2,836)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,788 miles
    Test number
    675603413230
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  19. Pass43,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    826011192176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  20. Fail43,952 miles (+2,703)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    467767282159
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChassis slightly corroded

  21. Pass41,249 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,249 miles
    Test number
    258555781187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Fail41,248 miles (+6,149)2 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,248 miles
    Test number
    226380781403
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Pass35,099 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,099 miles
    Test number
    783262380186
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail35,098 miles (+5,826)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,098 miles
    Test number
    912430580130
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

  25. Pass29,272 miles (+2,276)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,272 miles
    Test number
    144672499497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,996 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,996 miles
    Test number
    370053168087
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBack-back seals slight leak
    • NoteChassis very rusty at rear cross member

  27. Fail26,983 miles (+3,396)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,983 miles
    Test number
    334287558007
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBack-back seals slight leak
    • NoteChassis very rusty at rear cross member

  28. Pass23,587 miles (-212,265)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,587 miles
    Test number
    850894957058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail235,852 miles (+215,545)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,852 miles
    Test number
    304971657062
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  30. Pass20,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,307 miles
    Test number
    721023756005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail20,307 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,307 miles
    Test number
    480611456094
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T730 APS

Does T730 APS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T730 APS is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T730 APS?
The MOT on T730 APS is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T730 APS done?
T730 APS was recorded at 78,432 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 2,818 miles a year.
Has T730 APS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T730 APS has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T730 APS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T730 APS find?
T730 APS passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: poss slight play n/s/f wheel bearing.

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