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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T805 MLEMOT history

T805 MLE is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 170,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2024
Mileage
170,161 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T805 MLE
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T805 MLE was last recorded at 170,161 miles on 2 Oct 2023, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,144 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
7,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,161 miles
  • 2022 – 162,839 miles
  • 2021 – 156,274 miles
  • 2019 – 143,152 miles
  • 2018 – 132,844 miles
  • 2017 – 124,944 miles
  • 2016 – 117,571 miles
  • 2015 – 109,059 miles
  • 2014 – 101,037 miles
  • 2013 – 92,919 miles
  • 2012 – 85,169 miles
  • 2010 – 80,894 miles
  • 2009 – 74,778 miles
  • 2008 – 69,067 miles
  • 2007 – 63,844 miles
  • 2006 – 55,016 miles
  • 2005 – 42,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,161 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Seat belt slightly damaged Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear axle fulcrum joint gaiter detereated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,161 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    170,161 miles
    Test number
    800383526377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail170,144 miles (+7,305)1 dangerous2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,144 miles
    Test number
    264477027504
    • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached in places (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s and n/s rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  3. Pass162,839 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    162,839 miles
    Test number
    980485452126
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both front (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,838 miles (+6,564)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,838 miles
    Test number
    571665659963
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn Both rear links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both front (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,274 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,274 miles
    Test number
    268964472932
    • AdvisoryRear axle fulcrum joint gaiter detereated

  6. Fail156,271 miles (+13,119)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,271 miles
    Test number
    375829641395
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle fulcrum joint gaiter detereated

  7. Pass143,152 miles (+3,099)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    143,152 miles
    Test number
    411598228059
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All steering joints (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail140,053 miles (+7,209)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,053 miles
    Test number
    882946382839
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure Mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Cross (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass132,844 miles (+7,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    132,844 miles
    Test number
    882511785317
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount and centre exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  10. Pass124,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,944 miles
    Test number
    757103870413
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All joints (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Fail124,944 miles (+7,373)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,944 miles
    Test number
    422490765476
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All joints (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass117,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,571 miles
    Test number
    416492980047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,571 miles (+8,512)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,571 miles
    Test number
    472632771779
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play Steering box arm joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

  14. Pass109,059 miles (+8,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,059 miles
    Test number
    519975865092
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass101,037 miles (+8,118)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,037 miles
    Test number
    587303474016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,919 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,919 miles
    Test number
    289747363049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    428780072095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,169 miles (+4,275)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    847820972029
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass80,894 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    613560370278
    • NoteCover missing from n/s/r front seatbelt stalk
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper bushes

  20. Fail80,893 miles (+6,115)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,893 miles
    Test number
    660637060242
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCover missing from n/s/r front seatbelt stalk
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper bushes

  21. Pass74,778 miles (+5,711)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,778 miles
    Test number
    724211779284
    • NoteOil leak from transfer box
    • NoteSeatbelt cover missing n/s/r front seat
    • NoteSmall splits o/s wiper

  22. Pass69,067 miles (+5,223)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    69,067 miles
    Test number
    510126368279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,844 miles (+8,828)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,844 miles
    Test number
    241670297231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    443879686234
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Fail55,016 miles (+12,836)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    943656986224
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass42,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    314403025440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about T805 MLE

Does T805 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T805 MLE expired on 1 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T805 MLE?
The MOT on T805 MLE expired on 1 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T805 MLE done?
T805 MLE was recorded at 170,161 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2023, an average of 7,055 miles a year.
Has T805 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T805 MLE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T805 MLE 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 T805 MLE find?
T805 MLE passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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