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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T850 MHBMOT history

T850 MHB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 141,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2026
Mileage
141,748 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T850 MHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T850 MHB was last recorded at 141,748 miles on 5 Sept 2025, 1,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2015: 105,712 miles, lower than 995,488 miles on 13 Mar 2014.
  • 2 Jul 2020: 125,093 miles, lower than 130,579 miles on 26 Jun 2019.

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
140,054 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,694 miles
Average per year
3,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,748 miles
  • 2024 – 140,054 miles
  • 2023 – 139,270 miles
  • 2022 – 136,966 miles
  • 2021 – 132,069 miles
  • 2020 – 125,221 miles
  • 2019 – 130,579 miles
  • 2018 – 115,768 miles
  • 2017 – 110,845 miles
  • 2016 – 109,711 miles
  • 2015 – 105,712 miles
  • 2014 – 995,488 miles
  • 2013 – 92,624 miles
  • 2012 – 85,654 miles
  • 2011 – 84,157 miles
  • 2010 – 79,905 miles
  • 2009 – 76,575 miles
  • 2008 – 74,087 miles
  • 2007 – 70,603 miles
  • 2006 – 64,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,748 miles
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

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 Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,748 miles (+1,694)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,748 miles
    Test number
    342527340974
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  2. Pass140,054 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,054 miles
    Test number
    450255400371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail140,034 miles (+764)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,034 miles
    Test number
    530085941870
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass139,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,270 miles
    Test number
    680821966576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,270 miles (+2,304)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,270 miles
    Test number
    627542091077
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass136,966 miles (+4,897)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    136,966 miles
    Test number
    856913709163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,069 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    132,069 miles
    Test number
    269885903640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,067 miles (+6,846)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,067 miles
    Test number
    270792675953
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass125,221 miles (+128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,221 miles
    Test number
    603909756454
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlight aim slightly diffused
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Front and Rear

  10. Fail125,093 miles (-5,486)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,093 miles
    Test number
    605267981215
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Front headlight aim slightly diffused
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer recirculating ball leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

  11. Pass130,579 miles (+14,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,579 miles
    Test number
    596588893283
    • AdvisoryFront All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp When position lamps are switched on, dip beam illuminates (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Front wiper linkage worn
    • AdvisoryFront Headlight aim slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass115,768 miles (+4,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,768 miles
    Test number
    550690436064
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass110,845 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,845 miles
    Test number
    877355313488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,711 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,711 miles
    Test number
    132546669525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,712 miles
    Test number
    295993785492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail105,712 miles (-889,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,712 miles
    Test number
    809983885165
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass995,488 miles (+902,864)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    995,488 miles
    Test number
    708672374053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,624 miles
    Test number
    967802273004
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail92,622 miles (+6,968)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,622 miles
    Test number
    418882173031
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass85,654 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,654 miles
    Test number
    236807842086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,157 miles (+4,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    998756661041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail79,905 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,905 miles
    Test number
    192337250073
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass79,905 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,905 miles
    Test number
    610177450074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,575 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    701605739033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,524 miles (+2,437)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,524 miles
    Test number
    413960629086
    • FailureFront Drag link end deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn control insecure (1.6.1)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass74,087 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,087 miles
    Test number
    381286738006
    • NoteFront steering tie rod has slight play in pin/bush

  27. Fail74,058 miles (+3,455)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,058 miles
    Test number
    441680138043
    • DangerousNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteFront steering tie rod has slight play in pin/bush

  28. Pass70,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,603 miles
    Test number
    504480537057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail70,603 miles (+6,426)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,603 miles
    Test number
    343362527021
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front axle swivel joints leaking slightly
    • NoteExcessive play in steering damper bush

  30. Pass64,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    64,177 miles
    Test number
    540104646024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail64,177 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,177 miles
    Test number
    900784846062
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T850 MHB

Does T850 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T850 MHB expired on 4 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T850 MHB?
The MOT on T850 MHB expired on 4 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T850 MHB done?
T850 MHB was recorded at 141,748 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2025, an average of 3,966 miles a year.
Has T850 MHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T850 MHB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T850 MHB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 2 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T850 MHB find?
T850 MHB passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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