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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T845 LNEMOT history

T845 LNE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 166,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,063 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T845 LNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T845 LNE was last recorded at 166,063 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 3,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jan 2016: 122,876 miles, lower than 209,100 miles on 26 Sept 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
162,359 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,704 miles
Average per year
3,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,063 miles
  • 2025 – 162,359 miles
  • 2024 – 158,950 miles
  • 2023 – 154,454 miles
  • 2022 – 148,897 miles
  • 2020 – 146,675 miles
  • 2018 – 130,601 miles
  • 2017 – 125,520 miles
  • 2016 – 122,876 miles
  • 2013 – 209,100 miles
  • 2012 – 194,451 miles
  • 2011 – 181,195 miles
  • 2010 – 166,498 miles
  • 2009 – 151,971 miles
  • 2008 – 137,079 miles
  • 2007 – 122,845 miles
  • 2006 – 105,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,063 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central wiring rubbing on handbrake drum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play lower tractor joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box to drag link ball joint dust cover split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,063 miles (+3,704)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    166,063 miles
    Test number
    156455419851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass162,359 miles (+12)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    162,359 miles
    Test number
    335380950387
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box to drag link ball joint dust cover split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral wiring rubbing on handbrake drum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play lower tractor joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tractor joint weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers not clearing complete arc

  3. Fail162,347 miles (+3,397)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,347 miles
    Test number
    461127381447
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger by body mount also short bolt fixing body to chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock absorber top mount cone (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis corroded through by front mount for rear axle tie rod (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box to drag link ball joint dust cover split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral wiring rubbing on handbrake drum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play lower tractor joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tractor joint weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers not clearing complete arc

  4. Pass158,950 miles (+4,496)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,950 miles
    Test number
    781236197176
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass154,454 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,454 miles
    Test number
    481003821207
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / spring cups nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre rear chassis a frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel little reserve

  6. Fail154,454 miles (+5,557)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,454 miles
    Test number
    350486906023
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis a fame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / spring cups nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre rear chassis a frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel little reserve

  7. Pass148,897 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,897 miles
    Test number
    924464376607
    • AdvisoryNearside bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on chassis

  8. Fail148,897 miles (+2,222)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,897 miles
    Test number
    917305213715
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on chassis

  9. Pass146,675 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,675 miles
    Test number
    835207869370
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail146,671 miles (+16,070)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,671 miles
    Test number
    777426677425
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass130,601 miles (+5,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    130,601 miles
    Test number
    837739137323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass125,520 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,520 miles
    Test number
    396805690587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,876 miles (-86,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    122,876 miles
    Test number
    247142433558
    • AdvisoryChassis, axles and brake pipes heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryEngine as slight oil leak

  14. Pass209,100 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    209,100 miles
    Test number
    319189063237
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail209,094 miles (+14,643)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,094 miles
    Test number
    807608663242
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass194,451 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    194,451 miles
    Test number
    647150652277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail194,446 miles (+13,251)1 dangerous9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,446 miles
    Test number
    385120452299
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass181,195 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    181,195 miles
    Test number
    976953671254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChilds seat osr
    • NoteComplete chassis/ rear cross member full of grease wax oil???
    • NoteNsr door check strap mounting rotten insecure
    • NoteOsf seat belt marked

  19. Fail181,195 miles (+14,697)10 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,195 miles
    Test number
    705442971263
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChilds seat osr
    • NoteComplete chassis/ rear cross member full of grease wax oil???
    • NoteNsr door check strap mounting rotten insecure
    • NoteOsf seat belt marked

  20. Fail166,498 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,498 miles
    Test number
    451428060211
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass166,498 miles (+14,527)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    166,498 miles
    Test number
    492448560260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass151,971 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    630638869210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail151,633 miles (+14,554)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,633 miles
    Test number
    580831969238
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass137,079 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    137,079 miles
    Test number
    331714068414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail137,073 miles (+14,228)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,073 miles
    Test number
    470393768296
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass122,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    122,845 miles
    Test number
    354737557235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail122,845 miles (+16,876)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,845 miles
    Test number
    483107757291
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteN/s rear hub oil seal leaking slightly

  28. Pass105,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    312205466447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,969 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    441305766246
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T845 LNE

Does T845 LNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T845 LNE is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T845 LNE?
The MOT on T845 LNE is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T845 LNE done?
T845 LNE was recorded at 166,063 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 3,041 miles a year.
Has T845 LNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T845 LNE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T845 LNE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T845 LNE find?
T845 LNE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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