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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T782 LMSMOT history

T782 LMS is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 152,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2024
Mileage
152,653 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T782 LMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T782 LMS was last recorded at 152,653 miles on 27 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,653 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 152,653 miles
  • 2022 – 143,892 miles
  • 2021 – 141,695 miles
  • 2020 – 141,678 miles
  • 2019 – 135,746 miles
  • 2018 – 128,941 miles
  • 2017 – 121,420 miles
  • 2016 – 113,519 miles
  • 2015 – 111,613 miles
  • 2014 – 109,778 miles
  • 2013 – 103,083 miles
  • 2012 – 93,239 miles
  • 2011 – 81,989 miles
  • 2010 – 71,119 miles
  • 2009 – 65,443 miles
  • 2008 – 57,436 miles
  • 2007 – 51,177 miles
  • 2006 – 44,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,653 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel tank guard badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    152,653 miles
    Test number
    408306642854
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,653 miles (+8,761)3 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,653 miles
    Test number
    399682228463
    • DangerousCentral Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,892 miles
    Test number
    129100749825
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail143,892 miles (+2,197)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,892 miles
    Test number
    459763316297
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass141,695 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,695 miles
    Test number
    869574962903
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  6. Fail141,678 miles (+5,932)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,678 miles
    Test number
    420477405861
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towbar mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced towbar mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine to gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining strap heavily corroded

  7. Pass135,746 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,746 miles
    Test number
    462812687459
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank guard badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front chassis outriggers corroded no significant effect on structural rigidity
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has several areas of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking

  8. Fail135,735 miles (+6,794)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,735 miles
    Test number
    498636799096
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre crossmember / body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank guard badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front chassis outriggers corroded no significant effect on structural rigidity
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has several areas of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil seal leaking

  9. Pass128,941 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,941 miles
    Test number
    933197858915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passengers seat backrest slightly loose with temporary repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap heavily corroded

  10. Fail128,939 miles (+7,519)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,939 miles
    Test number
    883561201213
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passengers seat backrest slightly loose with temporary repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap heavily corroded

  11. Pass121,420 miles (+7,901)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    148218138547
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK METAL COVER SUPPORT RUSTY
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE UNDERSIDE HAS SOME CORROSION TO BODY SUPPORTS AND CROSS BEAMS

  12. Pass113,519 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,519 miles
    Test number
    476507265286
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder body has corrosion patches

  13. Fail113,518 miles (+1,905)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,518 miles
    Test number
    523049123377
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged before hose. pipe crushed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged caliper to hose. pipe crushed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder body has corrosion patches

  14. Pass111,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    111,613 miles
    Test number
    885183644470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,613 miles (+1,835)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,613 miles
    Test number
    513944020000
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass109,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,778 miles
    Test number
    485783154368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,777 miles (+6,694)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,777 miles
    Test number
    708913654382
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass103,083 miles (+106)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    103,083 miles
    Test number
    879181833200
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail102,977 miles (+9,738)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,977 miles
    Test number
    217295423298
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass93,239 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,239 miles
    Test number
    388579022271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,230 miles (+4)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,230 miles
    Test number
    505628822233
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  22. Fail93,226 miles (+11,237)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,226 miles
    Test number
    347047922262
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass81,989 miles (+10,870)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    81,989 miles
    Test number
    825248111206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,119 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,119 miles
    Test number
    362744910400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail71,119 miles (+5,676)1 dangerous11 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,119 miles
    Test number
    230831110258
    • DangerousPower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear brake application noisy

  26. Pass65,443 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    523415409269
    • NotePrevious advsorys apply

  27. Fail65,443 miles (+8,007)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    182084709229
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass57,436 miles (+6,259)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,436 miles
    Test number
    304605348003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,177 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,177 miles
    Test number
    294196537048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,793 miles
    Test number
    602597836017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T782 LMS

Does T782 LMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T782 LMS expired on 26 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T782 LMS?
The MOT on T782 LMS expired on 26 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T782 LMS done?
T782 LMS was recorded at 152,653 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2023, an average of 6,324 miles a year.
Has T782 LMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T782 LMS has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T782 LMS 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 T782 LMS find?
T782 LMS passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: central rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear oil leak, but not excessive.

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