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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T797 BSLMOT history

T797 BSL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
148,076 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T797 BSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T797 BSL was last recorded at 148,076 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,053 miles · 19 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,076 miles
  • 2021 – 146,935 miles
  • 2020 – 146,182 miles
  • 2019 – 144,662 miles
  • 2018 – 143,553 miles
  • 2017 – 141,945 miles
  • 2016 – 140,632 miles
  • 2015 – 135,608 miles
  • 2013 – 131,915 miles
  • 2012 – 127,900 miles
  • 2011 – 127,885 miles
  • 2010 – 125,473 miles
  • 2008 – 119,207 miles
  • 2007 – 108,542 miles
  • 2006 – 101,827 miles
  • 2005 – 93,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,076 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,076 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    148,076 miles
    Test number
    369149048107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail148,053 miles (+1,118)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,053 miles
    Test number
    933124807591
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass146,935 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,935 miles
    Test number
    541278046074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail146,922 miles (+740)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,922 miles
    Test number
    333695955224
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg and body mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass146,182 miles (+1,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,182 miles
    Test number
    344316373721
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass144,662 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,662 miles
    Test number
    678908507011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail144,641 miles (+1,088)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,641 miles
    Test number
    810277424252
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass143,553 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    143,553 miles
    Test number
    389711417562
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail143,537 miles (+1,592)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,537 miles
    Test number
    544449284284
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust box rear mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass141,945 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    141,945 miles
    Test number
    454652417558
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Fail141,938 miles (+1,306)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,938 miles
    Test number
    751779682349
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bushes (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass140,632 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    140,632 miles
    Test number
    492316583498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower door hinge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear top shocker washer fitted wong
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower door hinge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear top shocker washer fitted wong
  13. Fail140,632 miles (+22)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,632 miles
    Test number
    984613013193
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower door hinge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear top shocker washer fitted wong
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower door hinge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear top shocker washer fitted wong
  14. Fail140,610 miles (+5,002)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,610 miles
    Test number
    474038744805
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower mount (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure lower bush (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower mount (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shocker bush lose.
    • AdvisoryRear axle has excessive play in pinion.
    • AdvisoryRear top shocker washers fitted Wong way round .
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle staring to corrode
  15. Fail135,608 miles3 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,608 miles
    Test number
    617156655057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront and rear springs very rusty
    • NoteRear cailpers rusty
    • NoteRear chassis has had major repair
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteSpare tyre removed leaving protruding bolts on rear door
  16. Pass135,608 miles (+3,693)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,608 miles
    Test number
    718926255041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront and rear springs very rusty
    • NoteRear cailpers rusty
    • NoteRear chassis has had major repair
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteSpare tyre removed leaving protruding bolts on rear door
  17. Pass131,915 miles (+4,015)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    131,915 miles
    Test number
    785182403141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusty
  18. Pass127,900 miles (+15)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    127,900 miles
    Test number
    788555092089
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDiesel filter rusty
    • NoteIndicators and fog lamp on towbar inoperative
    • NoteSide lights not working when brake light applied on tow bar electrics
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusty
  19. Fail127,885 miles (+2,412)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,885 miles
    Test number
    819629921335
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight play
  20. Pass125,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    125,473 miles
    Test number
    110446310343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail125,473 miles (+888)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,473 miles
    Test number
    594485610325
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass124,585 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    124,585 miles
    Test number
    160866350467
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  23. Fail124,585 miles (+5,378)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,585 miles
    Test number
    463085950022
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  24. Pass119,207 miles (+10,665)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    119,207 miles
    Test number
    284679528320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass108,542 miles (+6,715)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    108,542 miles
    Test number
    494918337343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass101,827 miles (+7,944)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    101,827 miles
    Test number
    722115636342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    460063635359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T797 BSL

Does T797 BSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T797 BSL expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T797 BSL?
The MOT on T797 BSL expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T797 BSL done?
T797 BSL was recorded at 148,076 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 3,066 miles a year.
Has T797 BSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T797 BSL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T797 BSL 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 T797 BSL find?
T797 BSL passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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