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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T74 BFXMOT history

T74 BFX is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 241,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2023
Mileage
241,591 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T74 BFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T74 BFX was last recorded at 241,591 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 1,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,777 miles · 5 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,814 miles
Average per year
9,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 241,591 miles
  • 2021 – 226,701 miles
  • 2019 – 216,081 miles
  • 2018 – 209,452 miles
  • 2016 – 202,372 miles
  • 2015 – 195,025 miles
  • 2014 – 182,453 miles
  • 2013 – 169,116 miles
  • 2012 – 152,247 miles
  • 2010 – 137,737 miles
  • 2009 – 116,719 miles
  • 2008 – 102,724 miles
  • 2007 – 90,277 miles
  • 2005 – 77,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Possible power steering leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    241,591 miles
    Test number
    803369652615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail241,591 miles (+1,814)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,591 miles
    Test number
    618519077031
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail239,777 miles (+13,076)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,777 miles
    Test number
    583521193432
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative missing (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

  4. Pass226,701 miles (+10,620)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    226,701 miles
    Test number
    745169947462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass216,081 miles (+6,629)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    216,081 miles
    Test number
    523427970058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak and oil leak

  6. Pass209,452 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    209,452 miles
    Test number
    987874102312
    • AdvisoryPossible power steering leak

  7. Fail209,441 miles (+7,069)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,441 miles
    Test number
    296127317264
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPossible power steering leak

  8. Pass202,372 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    202,372 miles
    Test number
    304667907747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail202,368 miles (+7,343)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,368 miles
    Test number
    189554551740
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass195,025 miles (+12,572)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    195,025 miles
    Test number
    897115275173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail182,453 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,453 miles
    Test number
    277945214443
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass182,453 miles (+13,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    182,453 miles
    Test number
    698815714133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass169,116 miles (+16,869)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    169,116 miles
    Test number
    816678493017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass152,247 miles (+14,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    152,247 miles
    Test number
    436967002029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass137,737 miles (+21,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    137,737 miles
    Test number
    313961020335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass116,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    116,719 miles
    Test number
    464869209433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  17. Fail116,717 miles (+13,993)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,717 miles
    Test number
    454219009400
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass102,724 miles (+12,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    102,724 miles
    Test number
    540943288247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass90,277 miles (+12,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    90,277 miles
    Test number
    904165807275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    77,966 miles
    Test number
    452613315455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,960 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,960 miles
    Test number
    330773815366
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Questions about T74 BFX

Does T74 BFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T74 BFX expired on 29 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T74 BFX?
The MOT on T74 BFX expired on 29 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T74 BFX done?
T74 BFX was recorded at 241,591 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 9,835 miles a year.
Has T74 BFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T74 BFX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T74 BFX 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 T74 BFX find?
T74 BFX passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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