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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T843 PECMOT history

T843 PEC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 136,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2026
Mileage
136,751 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T843 PEC
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
2 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T843 PEC was last recorded at 136,751 miles on 15 Sept 2025, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,721 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
3,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,751 miles
  • 2024 – 134,596 miles
  • 2023 – 132,609 miles
  • 2022 – 127,993 miles
  • 2021 – 127,338 miles
  • 2020 – 126,056 miles
  • 2019 – 124,106 miles
  • 2018 – 118,364 miles
  • 2017 – 114,574 miles
  • 2016 – 114,339 miles
  • 2015 – 113,863 miles
  • 2014 – 113,211 miles
  • 2013 – 110,965 miles
  • 2012 – 104,720 miles
  • 2011 – 97,891 miles
  • 2010 – 90,188 miles
  • 2009 – 83,011 miles
  • 2008 – 76,223 miles
  • 2007 – 68,909 miles
  • 2006 – 61,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,751 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive t/box seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outrigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle ball joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,751 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    136,751 miles
    Test number
    818858872737
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail136,721 miles (+2,125)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,721 miles
    Test number
    237437973911
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass134,596 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,596 miles
    Test number
    291062628484
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both radius arm bushes worn x4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t/box seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail134,547 miles (+1,938)3 dangerous16 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,547 miles
    Test number
    207053138214
    • DangerousCentral Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired a frame crossmember corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorFront Power steering component leaking steeringbox (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm loose (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced battery box (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t/box seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,609 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,609 miles
    Test number
    215310771603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail132,603 miles (+4,610)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,603 miles
    Test number
    774910720614
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  7. Pass127,993 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    127,993 miles
    Test number
    151964942957
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Fail127,985 miles (+171)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,985 miles
    Test number
    577413562734
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both suspension turrets (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low headlight been glued in, no adjustment (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSide repeater not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear chassis by rear axle tie bar mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember mounting chassis corroded and nearside in-adequately repaired outside prescribed areas and if a tow bar is fitted this would fail the test.
  9. Pass127,814 miles (+476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,814 miles
    Test number
    317001389071
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass127,338 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    127,338 miles
    Test number
    809704478850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,324 miles (+1,268)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,324 miles
    Test number
    353421304197
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced behind fuel tank (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
  12. Pass126,056 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,056 miles
    Test number
    460570811718
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail126,055 miles (+1,949)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,055 miles
    Test number
    687922576754
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass124,106 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,106 miles
    Test number
    283568269858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail123,958 miles (+5,594)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,958 miles
    Test number
    361447805989
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  16. Pass118,364 miles (+3,790)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,364 miles
    Test number
    406867983999
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  17. Pass114,574 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    114,574 miles
    Test number
    294960302906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,339 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,339 miles
    Test number
    197860275274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Fail114,329 miles (+466)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    268582531398
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
  20. Pass113,863 miles (+652)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    113,863 miles
    Test number
    146844425433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass113,211 miles (+2,246)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    113,211 miles
    Test number
    436608134029
    • NoteOffside headlight pattern
  22. Pass110,965 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    110,965 miles
    Test number
    157338253012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
  23. Fail110,955 miles (+6,235)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,955 miles
    Test number
    147357153046
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
  24. Pass104,720 miles (+6,829)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    104,720 miles
    Test number
    267252072029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,891 miles (+7,703)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,891 miles
    Test number
    789776471008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass90,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,188 miles
    Test number
    971599970039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail90,188 miles (+7,177)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,188 miles
    Test number
    872389570070
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. Pass83,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,011 miles
    Test number
    354697279071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail83,008 miles (+6,785)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,008 miles
    Test number
    673207579073
    • FailureFront Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteGear box to transfer box oil leak
  30. Pass76,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    602100488001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail76,223 miles (+7,314)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    102480488409
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
  32. Pass68,909 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    193779577054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass61,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,794 miles
    Test number
    560832356028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T843 PEC

Does T843 PEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T843 PEC expired on 14 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T843 PEC?
The MOT on T843 PEC expired on 14 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T843 PEC done?
T843 PEC was recorded at 136,751 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2025, an average of 3,831 miles a year.
Has T843 PEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T843 PEC has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T843 PEC 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 T843 PEC find?
T843 PEC passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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