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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T815 EESMOT history

T815 EES is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 174,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
174,360 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T815 EES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T815 EES was last recorded at 174,360 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 10,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,193 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,167 miles
Average per year
3,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,360 miles
  • 2025 – 164,193 miles
  • 2024 – 155,224 miles
  • 2023 – 146,719 miles
  • 2022 – 133,603 miles
  • 2021 – 130,540 miles
  • 2020 – 129,695 miles
  • 2019 – 127,920 miles
  • 2018 – 125,642 miles
  • 2017 – 123,196 miles
  • 2016 – 120,419 miles
  • 2015 – 116,785 miles
  • 2014 – 113,385 miles
  • 2013 – 108,339 miles
  • 2012 – 106,829 miles
  • 2011 – 104,956 miles
  • 2010 – 103,586 miles
  • 2009 – 101,705 miles
  • 2008 – 99,347 miles
  • 2007 – 97,973 miles
  • 2006 – 95,879 miles
  • 2005 – 94,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,360 miles
  • MinorFront Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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.

  • Central Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,360 miles (+10,167)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    174,360 miles
    Test number
    201496709134
    • MinorFront Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass164,193 miles (+8,969)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,193 miles
    Test number
    181872572715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,224 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    860786039225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,719 miles (+13,116)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    146,719 miles
    Test number
    170984115040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,603 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,603 miles
    Test number
    508335028093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,540 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,540 miles
    Test number
    207681011446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,695 miles (+1,775)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,695 miles
    Test number
    548674796574
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Out rigger behind front wheel holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic clasp outer missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear joint, front shaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass127,920 miles (+2,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    306242444919
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Stone chip in screen outside swept area

  9. Pass125,642 miles (+2,446)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    125,642 miles
    Test number
    898280527292
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt slightly damaged Plastic cover of clasp missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Area under outrigger behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,196 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    567322585421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,192 miles (+2,773)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,192 miles
    Test number
    766696990400
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass120,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    120,419 miles
    Test number
    132186076873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,409 miles (+3,624)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,409 miles
    Test number
    383250029860
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass116,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    116,785 miles
    Test number
    509118516107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,785 miles (+3,400)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,785 miles
    Test number
    449238244198
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  16. Pass113,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    409020344262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,385 miles (+5,046)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    945539134249
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  18. Pass108,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    108,339 miles
    Test number
    359449533276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,338 miles (+1,509)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    678929233225
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  20. Fail106,829 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,829 miles
    Test number
    157494542201
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass106,829 miles (+1,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    106,829 miles
    Test number
    307244642415
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass104,956 miles (+1,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,956 miles
    Test number
    306124531290
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass103,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,586 miles
    Test number
    254352830242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail103,586 miles (+1,881)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,586 miles
    Test number
    621622430297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass101,705 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    101,705 miles
    Test number
    213246029230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass99,347 miles (+1,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,347 miles
    Test number
    961385628257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass97,973 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    97,973 miles
    Test number
    412302127213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail95,879 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    642791426265
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass95,879 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    734751526211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass94,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    94,035 miles
    Test number
    862217435293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T815 EES

Does T815 EES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T815 EES is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T815 EES?
The MOT on T815 EES is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T815 EES done?
T815 EES was recorded at 174,360 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,826 miles a year.
Has T815 EES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T815 EES has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on T815 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 T815 EES find?
T815 EES passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: front prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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