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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T771 EJOMOT history

T771 EJO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,264 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T771 EJO
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T771 EJO was last recorded at 125,264 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,207 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
1,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,264 miles
  • 2024 – 123,876 miles
  • 2023 – 122,476 miles
  • 2022 – 122,015 miles
  • 2021 – 121,005 miles
  • 2020 – 120,349 miles
  • 2018 – 118,756 miles
  • 2017 – 118,202 miles
  • 2016 – 117,451 miles
  • 2015 – 115,513 miles
  • 2014 – 114,132 miles
  • 2013 – 110,448 miles
  • 2012 – 108,595 miles
  • 2011 – 106,254 miles
  • 2010 – 103,161 miles
  • 2009 – 99,366 miles
  • 2008 – 96,281 miles
  • 2007 – 93,382 miles
  • 2006 – 89,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,264 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes/brake hose ferrules greased.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs/rear cross member corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal entire vehicle underbody heavily undersealed.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,264 miles (+57)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,264 miles
    Test number
    976916742685
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail125,207 miles (+1,331)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,207 miles
    Test number
    670128828655
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play pitman arm as marked (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut and unevenly worn across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering slightly noise (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive vehicle/chassis corroded (underbody) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flanges weak

  3. Pass123,876 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,876 miles
    Test number
    895423541829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,476 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,476 miles
    Test number
    153877158773
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes/brake hose ferrules greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs/rear cross member corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal entire vehicle underbody heavily undersealed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,470 miles (+455)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,470 miles
    Test number
    844963034540
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure excessively perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure excessively cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes/brake hose ferrules greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit.Also cracked and perished but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs/rear cross member corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal entire vehicle underbody heavily undersealed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,015 miles (+1,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,015 miles
    Test number
    139464193909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,005 miles (+656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,005 miles
    Test number
    646678528460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass120,349 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    120,349 miles
    Test number
    670940997067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,337 miles (+1,581)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,337 miles
    Test number
    872317442349
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass118,756 miles (+554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    118,756 miles
    Test number
    873685006577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre treads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass118,202 miles (+751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    118,202 miles
    Test number
    949304905690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre treads getting down
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass117,451 miles (+1,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,451 miles
    Test number
    278453362648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass115,513 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,513 miles
    Test number
    413113788015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,132 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,132 miles
    Test number
    186256594202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,448 miles (+1,853)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,448 miles
    Test number
    239583863221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,595 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,595 miles
    Test number
    875280752239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    106,254 miles
    Test number
    308344861496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail106,254 miles (+3,093)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,254 miles
    Test number
    377819551419
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass103,161 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    281280430237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass99,366 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,366 miles
    Test number
    772375109199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,281 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    96,281 miles
    Test number
    680577888007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass93,382 miles (+4,172)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    140216567031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    89,210 miles
    Test number
    801062676019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T771 EJO

Does T771 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T771 EJO is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T771 EJO?
The MOT on T771 EJO is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T771 EJO done?
T771 EJO was recorded at 125,264 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 1,805 miles a year.
Has T771 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T771 EJO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T771 EJO 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 T771 EJO find?
T771 EJO passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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