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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T842 MHBMOT history

T842 MHB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 161,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
161,990 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T842 MHB
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T842 MHB was last recorded at 161,990 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 2,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2010: 96,868 miles, lower than 170,980 miles on 20 Mar 2009.
  • 2 Mar 2015: 102,607 miles, lower than 122,584 miles on 8 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,821 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,169 miles
Average per year
5,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,990 miles
  • 2025 – 159,821 miles
  • 2024 – 157,284 miles
  • 2023 – 154,413 miles
  • 2022 – 151,049 miles
  • 2021 – 145,732 miles
  • 2020 – 138,948 miles
  • 2019 – 132,618 miles
  • 2018 – 129,808 miles
  • 2017 – 128,146 miles
  • 2016 – 126,008 miles
  • 2015 – 102,611 miles
  • 2013 – 122,584 miles
  • 2012 – 119,564 miles
  • 2011 – 110,701 miles
  • 2010 – 97,021 miles
  • 2009 – 170,980 miles
  • 2008 – 65,374 miles
  • 2007 – 61,201 miles
  • 2006 – 54,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,990 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D shape bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both front swivel joint's slight seepage slightly damp.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,990 miles (+2,169)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    161,990 miles
    Test number
    747844825289
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass159,821 miles (+2,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    159,821 miles
    Test number
    390368218143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,284 miles (+2,871)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    157,284 miles
    Test number
    468749584140
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass154,413 miles (+3,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    154,413 miles
    Test number
    454936472097
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass151,049 miles (+5,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,049 miles
    Test number
    411070944967
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust

  6. Pass145,732 miles (+6,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    145,732 miles
    Test number
    934164875807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,948 miles (+6,330)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,948 miles
    Test number
    445970835155
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D shape bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joint's slight seepage slightly damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,618 miles (+2,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    132,618 miles
    Test number
    190222463041
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D shape bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joint's slight seepage slightly damp.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,808 miles (+1,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    129,808 miles
    Test number
    839961420101
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front tractor joints

  10. Pass128,146 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,146 miles
    Test number
    699684099503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,008 miles (+23,397)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,008 miles
    Test number
    935016572228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,611 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    809821665003
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s front/n/s rear tyres starting to perish on outer sidewalls

  13. Fail102,607 miles (-19,977)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,607 miles
    Test number
    916151365096
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s front/n/s rear tyres starting to perish on outer sidewalls

  14. Pass122,584 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,584 miles
    Test number
    998852113347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,564 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    119,564 miles
    Test number
    268543002141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail119,542 miles (+8,841)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,542 miles
    Test number
    258212472081
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteNear side swivel jiont seal slightly leaking
    • NoteTow bar trailer socket not illuminating off side indicator

  17. Pass110,701 miles (+13,680)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,701 miles
    Test number
    855292781074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,021 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,021 miles
    Test number
    201392880089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,868 miles (-74,112)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,868 miles
    Test number
    550045770036
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • DangerousSeat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  20. Pass170,980 miles (+105,606)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    170,980 miles
    Test number
    464229479052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,374 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,374 miles
    Test number
    330487548004
    • NoteO/s seat belt cover missing

  22. Fail65,374 miles (+4,173)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,374 miles
    Test number
    173047048479
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass61,201 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,201 miles
    Test number
    813051897189
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Fail61,174 miles (+6,624)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,174 miles
    Test number
    471550797100
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass54,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,550 miles
    Test number
    520739426286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail54,550 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,550 miles
    Test number
    682809626298
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T842 MHB

Does T842 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T842 MHB is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T842 MHB?
The MOT on T842 MHB is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T842 MHB done?
T842 MHB was recorded at 161,990 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,491 miles a year.
Has T842 MHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T842 MHB has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on T842 MHB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T842 MHB find?
T842 MHB passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front; offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front; nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play rear, and 2 more.

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