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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T7 BLDMOT history

T7 BLD is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 152,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
152,626 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 BLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 BLD was last recorded at 152,626 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,626 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,626 miles
  • 2025 – 151,532 miles
  • 2024 – 150,436 miles
  • 2023 – 148,393 miles
  • 2022 – 146,637 miles
  • 2021 – 144,169 miles
  • 2020 – 141,857 miles
  • 2019 – 139,214 miles
  • 2018 – 135,625 miles
  • 2017 – 132,884 miles
  • 2016 – 129,455 miles
  • 2015 – 127,121 miles
  • 2014 – 121,881 miles
  • 2013 – 119,082 miles
  • 2012 – 114,652 miles
  • 2011 – 110,522 miles
  • 2010 – 104,654 miles
  • 2009 – 99,825 miles
  • 2008 – 87,159 miles
  • 2007 – 78,978 miles
  • 2006 – 60,283 miles
  • 2005 – 44,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,626 miles
  • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySome dampness around nearside front hub oil sealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Wheels and tyres incorrect size for vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced advance corrosion of rear x member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear x member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,626 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    152,626 miles
    Test number
    568459373662
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome dampness around nearside front hub oil seal

  2. Fail152,626 miles (+1,094)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,626 miles
    Test number
    199421131672
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome dampness around nearside front hub oil seal

  3. Pass151,532 miles (+1,096)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    151,532 miles
    Test number
    278187161535
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle top ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass150,436 miles (+2,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    150,436 miles
    Test number
    168055943018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower shockabsorber bushes worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower shockabsorber bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle arm balljoint cover condition

  5. Pass148,393 miles (+1,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,393 miles
    Test number
    958279407915
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass146,637 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    146,637 miles
    Test number
    612328768726
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheels and tyres incorrect size for vehicle

  7. Fail146,637 miles (+2,468)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,637 miles
    Test number
    787279219185
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted front pads not compatable with discs (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps not marked with correct codes
    • AdvisoryWheels and tyres incorrect size for vehicle

  8. Pass144,169 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,169 miles
    Test number
    181259439466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced advance corrosion of rear x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail144,138 miles (+2,281)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,138 miles
    Test number
    779425895068
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced advance corrosion of rear x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass141,857 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    141,857 miles
    Test number
    590119899010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    139,214 miles
    Test number
    878121371381
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  12. Fail139,214 miles (+3,589)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,214 miles
    Test number
    254896795573
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing split pin in trackrod end castle nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  13. Pass135,625 miles (+2,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,625 miles
    Test number
    260394166504
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass132,884 miles (+3,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    132,884 miles
    Test number
    696320155100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axel to hub swivel joint slight misting of oil

  15. Pass129,455 miles (+2,334)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,455 miles
    Test number
    658204876709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass127,121 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    127,121 miles
    Test number
    126582875099
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail127,086 miles (+5,205)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,086 miles
    Test number
    827524065049
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass121,881 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,881 miles
    Test number
    587589654034
    • NoteBoth registration plates deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  19. Fail121,840 miles (+2,758)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    378529054083
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front swivel joint leaking grease
    • NoteNearside front tyre running close to suspension arm on full lock

  20. Pass119,082 miles (+4,430)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,082 miles
    Test number
    647925873092
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass114,652 miles (+4,130)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,652 miles
    Test number
    467817562059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    379890081025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,522 miles (+5,868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    185600981417
    • FailureNearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

  24. Pass104,654 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,654 miles
    Test number
    764195550000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail104,654 miles (+4,829)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,654 miles
    Test number
    142073950003
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass99,825 miles (+12,666)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    99,825 miles
    Test number
    604089859038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,159 miles
    Test number
    734056518106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,159 miles (+8,181)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,159 miles
    Test number
    553732818149
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass78,978 miles (+18,695)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    78,978 miles
    Test number
    972881667224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteScreen damaged zone b

  30. Pass60,283 miles (+15,939)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    60,283 miles
    Test number
    532294846225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    44,344 miles
    Test number
    344629765268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 BLD

Does T7 BLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 BLD is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 BLD?
The MOT on T7 BLD is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 BLD done?
T7 BLD was recorded at 152,626 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 5,288 miles a year.
Has T7 BLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 BLD has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 BLD 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 T7 BLD find?
T7 BLD passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on rear axle; central vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; fluid leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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