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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,401 cc

T797 EESMOT history

T797 EES is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 186,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
186,736 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T797 EES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T797 EES was last recorded at 186,736 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 4,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,901 miles · 8 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,835 miles
Average per year
2,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,736 miles
  • 2024 – 181,901 miles
  • 2023 – 181,594 miles
  • 2022 – 180,933 miles
  • 2021 – 180,075 miles
  • 2020 – 178,772 miles
  • 2019 – 176,585 miles
  • 2018 – 174,582 miles
  • 2016 – 174,263 miles
  • 2015 – 171,528 miles
  • 2014 – 167,866 miles
  • 2013 – 165,512 miles
  • 2012 – 164,476 miles
  • 2011 – 163,389 miles
  • 2009 – 161,372 miles
  • 2008 – 154,030 miles
  • 2007 – 148,062 miles
  • 2006 – 134,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,736 miles
  • AdvisoryA frame ball joint rubber
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
  • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracking
  • AdvisorySteering box leaking

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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear seat missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre has cracked sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Centre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,736 miles (+4,835)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    186,736 miles
    Test number
    950758367013
    • AdvisoryA frame ball joint rubber
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre cracking
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking

  2. Pass181,901 miles (+307)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    181,901 miles
    Test number
    770772025214
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass181,594 miles (+661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    181,594 miles
    Test number
    547737572865
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,933 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    180,933 miles
    Test number
    782669250010
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Fail180,933 miles (+858)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,933 miles
    Test number
    843287021777
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass180,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    180,075 miles
    Test number
    216410033181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail180,075 miles (+1,303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,075 miles
    Test number
    625091800386
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass178,772 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    178,772 miles
    Test number
    199268939668
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Fail178,772 miles (+2,187)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,772 miles
    Test number
    499080503893
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component insecure steering box nut loose (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Pass176,585 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    176,585 miles
    Test number
    793809807179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass174,582 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    174,582 miles
    Test number
    748035125568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cracked sidewall

  12. Fail174,580 miles (+317)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,580 miles
    Test number
    104408948017
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cracked sidewall

  13. Fail174,263 miles (+2,735)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,263 miles
    Test number
    335343392720
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Centre cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Centre outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Centre cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass171,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    171,528 miles
    Test number
    616380385178
    • AdvisoryCentre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal steering box weaping (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail171,528 miles (+3,662)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,528 miles
    Test number
    397333301761
    • FailureCentre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering out rigger (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal steering box weaping (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass167,866 miles (+2,354)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    167,866 miles
    Test number
    335001244420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteO/S front and N/S rear tyre perished
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  17. Pass165,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    165,512 miles
    Test number
    499569223245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail165,512 miles (+1,036)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,512 miles
    Test number
    949364523289
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass164,476 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    164,476 miles
    Test number
    815011802255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass163,389 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    163,389 miles
    Test number
    637081431247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCentre row seat backs seem insecure
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working
    • NoteO/s/f outer track rod end boot split

  21. Fail163,389 miles (+2,017)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,389 miles
    Test number
    316357121434
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCentre row seat backs seem insecure
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working
    • NoteO/s/f outer track rod end boot split
    • NoteO/s/r door very stiff im operation

  22. Pass161,372 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    161,372 miles
    Test number
    613454539383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail161,358 miles (+7,328)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,358 miles
    Test number
    973242809291
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass154,030 miles (+5,968)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    154,030 miles
    Test number
    553029468138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass148,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    148,062 miles
    Test number
    391648197170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail148,062 miles (+13,461)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,062 miles
    Test number
    831878197141
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass134,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    134,601 miles
    Test number
    642706706242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T797 EES

Does T797 EES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T797 EES is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T797 EES?
The MOT on T797 EES is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T797 EES done?
T797 EES was recorded at 186,736 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 2,671 miles a year.
Has T797 EES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T797 EES has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T797 EES 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 EES find?
T797 EES passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: a frame ball joint rubber; exhaust corroded; front and rear brake discs corroded, and 2 more.

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