
Land Rover Defender
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc
T830 MHBMOT history
T830 MHB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 157,789 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 157,789 mi
- At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 4,435 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T830 MHB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,500 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 30 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T830 MHB was last recorded at 157,789 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 157,752 miles · 29 May 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 37 miles
- Average per year
- 4,435 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 157,789 miles
- 2025 – 157,752 miles
- 2024 – 156,320 miles
- 2023 – 155,364 miles
- 2022 – 153,990 miles
- 2021 – 153,047 miles
- 2020 – 150,996 miles
- 2019 – 148,885 miles
- 2018 – 144,220 miles
- 2017 – 136,351 miles
- 2016 – 134,887 miles
- 2015 – 131,107 miles
- 2014 – 120,614 miles
- 2013 – 115,912 miles
- 2012 – 112,140 miles
- 2011 – 106,448 miles
- 2010 – 96,094 miles
- 2009 – 88,968 miles
- 2008 – 80,494 miles
- 2007 – 71,181 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryUNDERSIDE UNDERSEALED
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.
Underseal not allowing full inspection
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Full MOT history
31 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass157,789 miles (+37)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 157,789 miles
- Test number
- 368046479984
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUNDERSIDE UNDERSEALED
Fail157,752 miles (+1,432)4 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,752 miles
- Test number
- 783196918525
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Central (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint leaking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Pass156,320 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 156,320 miles
- Test number
- 751748309707
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel leaking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Fail156,319 miles (+955)1 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,319 miles
- Test number
- 753741330359
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel leaking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Pass155,364 miles (+1,374)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 155,364 miles
- Test number
- 707573551408
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryAll coil spring are corroded
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryHeavy underseal not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel has a minor leak
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll tyres perished cracking
Pass153,990 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 153,990 miles
- Test number
- 553926215606
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Fail153,990 miles (+943)1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,990 miles
- Test number
- 162074799454
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Pass153,047 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 153,047 miles
- Test number
- 946152219652
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Fail153,044 miles (+2,048)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,044 miles
- Test number
- 970969706142
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderseal not allowing full inspection
Pass150,996 miles (+2,111)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 150,996 miles
- Test number
- 220764427077
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass148,885 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 148,885 miles
- Test number
- 753084814918
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail148,885 miles (+4,665)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,885 miles
- Test number
- 989305842174
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Pass144,220 miles (+122)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 144,220 miles
- Test number
- 235528162600
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm gaiter is deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HEAVILY UNDER SEALED UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT
Fail144,098 miles (+7,747)10 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,098 miles
- Test number
- 613501946465
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings CHASSIS RAIL (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings CHASSIS RAIL (6.1.B.2)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HEAVILY UNDER SEALED UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT
Pass136,351 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 136,351 miles
- Test number
- 427978713167
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail136,351 miles (+1,464)12 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,351 miles
- Test number
- 592306252048
- FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
- FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Pass134,887 miles (+3,780)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 134,887 miles
- Test number
- 190200189002
- AdvisoryCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint axle (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion body outrigger (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Pass131,107 miles (+83)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 131,107 miles
- Test number
- 415965805236
- AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail131,024 miles (+10,410)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,024 miles
- Test number
- 497924505283
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Pass120,614 miles (+4,702)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 120,614 miles
- Test number
- 658315004228
- NoteExcessive play in rear most prop u/joint
- NoteHand brake effort low
Pass115,912 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 115,912 miles
- Test number
- 956628293185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail115,909 miles (+3,769)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,909 miles
- Test number
- 886567393104
- FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Pass112,140 miles (+5,692)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 112,140 miles
- Test number
- 927611202257
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass106,448 miles (+10,354)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2012
- Odometer
- 106,448 miles
- Test number
- 448246231101
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Pass96,094 miles6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2011
- Odometer
- 96,094 miles
- Test number
- 520612530112
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteOil leak
Fail96,083 miles (+7,115)2 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,083 miles
- Test number
- 230212330471
- FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteOil leak
Pass88,968 miles (+8,474)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2010
- Odometer
- 88,968 miles
- Test number
- 803036239174
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass80,494 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 80,494 miles
- Test number
- 934607058095
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail80,494 miles (+9,313)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,494 miles
- Test number
- 724657258039
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
Pass71,181 miles (+18)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 71,181 miles
- Test number
- 821166667043
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,163 miles9 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,163 miles
- Test number
- 933820267080
- FailureFront Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- NoteN/s front tyre on legal limit and worn away on edges
Questions about T830 MHB
- Does T830 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T830 MHB is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T830 MHB?
- The MOT on T830 MHB is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T830 MHB done?
- T830 MHB was recorded at 157,789 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,435 miles a year.
- Has T830 MHB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T830 MHB has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on T830 MHB 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 T830 MHB find?
- T830 MHB passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs; exhaust mounting defective; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.
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