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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T734 STAMOT history

T734 STA is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,500 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T734 STA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T734 STA was last recorded at 101,500 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 3,951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,549 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,951 miles
Average per year
2,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,500 miles
  • 2025 – 97,549 miles
  • 2024 – 93,153 miles
  • 2023 – 90,134 miles
  • 2022 – 88,416 miles
  • 2021 – 86,697 miles
  • 2020 – 85,541 miles
  • 2019 – 81,937 miles
  • 2018 – 78,018 miles
  • 2017 – 72,967 miles
  • 2016 – 72,649 miles
  • 2015 – 72,145 miles
  • 2014 – 71,356 miles
  • 2013 – 69,493 miles
  • 2012 – 66,094 miles
  • 2011 – 61,799 miles
  • 2010 – 60,732 miles
  • 2008 – 59,468 miles
  • 2007 – 53,730 miles
  • 2006 – 49,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,500 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,500 miles (+3,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,500 miles
    Test number
    410577670315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,549 miles (+4,396)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,549 miles
    Test number
    243474799687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,153 miles (+3,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,153 miles
    Test number
    651651404811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,134 miles (+1,718)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,134 miles
    Test number
    969945601887
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass88,416 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,416 miles
    Test number
    618317065412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,347 miles (+1,650)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,347 miles
    Test number
    576219900474
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass86,697 miles (+1,156)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,697 miles
    Test number
    280097405300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,541 miles (+3,604)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    836981995163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,937 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,937 miles
    Test number
    316128893797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,018 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,018 miles
    Test number
    233731584565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,967 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,967 miles
    Test number
    813270890839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,649 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    294585558027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    269390683277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail72,145 miles (+789)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    695693166535
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass71,356 miles (+1,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    71,356 miles
    Test number
    345566414345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass69,493 miles (+3,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    627778913358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s & o/s front wiper blades slightly deteriated but clear ok

  17. Pass66,094 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,094 miles
    Test number
    966057112328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Fail66,094 miles (+4,295)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,094 miles
    Test number
    829147612305
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass61,799 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,799 miles
    Test number
    125453831327
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering box slightly oil leak

  20. Fail61,799 miles (+273)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,799 miles
    Test number
    365691721314
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering box slightly oil leak

  21. Pass61,526 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,526 miles
    Test number
    277789681030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,732 miles
    Test number
    363245300059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,732 miles (+1,264)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,732 miles
    Test number
    560335700023
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  24. Pass59,468 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    59,468 miles
    Test number
    172853248325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Fail59,459 miles (+1,757)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,459 miles
    Test number
    500510648319
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass57,702 miles (+3,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    792553828085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass53,730 miles (+3,968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,730 miles
    Test number
    141691517445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass49,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,762 miles
    Test number
    131441116457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about T734 STA

Does T734 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T734 STA is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T734 STA?
The MOT on T734 STA is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T734 STA done?
T734 STA was recorded at 101,500 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,504 miles a year.
Has T734 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T734 STA has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T734 STA 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 T734 STA find?
T734 STA passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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