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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T851 ASBMOT history

T851 ASB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 128,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
128,575 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T851 ASB
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
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T851 ASB was last recorded at 128,575 miles on 21 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,572 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,575 miles
  • 2025 – 126,064 miles
  • 2024 – 124,383 miles
  • 2023 – 120,760 miles
  • 2022 – 118,625 miles
  • 2021 – 115,426 miles
  • 2020 – 113,964 miles
  • 2019 – 112,623 miles
  • 2018 – 110,134 miles
  • 2017 – 106,642 miles
  • 2016 – 103,546 miles
  • 2015 – 93,586 miles
  • 2014 – 88,095 miles
  • 2013 – 82,379 miles
  • 2010 – 78,482 miles
  • 2009 – 72,441 miles
  • 2008 – 66,924 miles
  • 2007 – 58,946 miles
  • 2006 – 51,598 miles
  • 2005 – 44,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,575 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside side step corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,575 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,575 miles
    Test number
    947776763497
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side step corroded

  2. Fail128,572 miles (+2,508)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,572 miles
    Test number
    889566880141
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side step corroded

  3. Pass126,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,064 miles
    Test number
    715492333535
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,064 miles (+1,681)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,064 miles
    Test number
    883628642290
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,383 miles (+3,623)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,383 miles
    Test number
    150883267419
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass120,760 miles (+2,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,760 miles
    Test number
    547715986406
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass118,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,625 miles
    Test number
    783992129169
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail118,625 miles (+3,199)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,625 miles
    Test number
    189493231284
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering locking device ineffective steering drop arm nut loose (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass115,426 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,426 miles
    Test number
    314266843111
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail115,426 miles (+1,462)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,426 miles
    Test number
    382156367966
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition main box removed (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass113,964 miles (+1,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    228233932594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass112,623 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,623 miles
    Test number
    197458195584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,134 miles
    Test number
    662795527791
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail110,134 miles (+3,492)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,134 miles
    Test number
    400308911493
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn and hub slightly leaking (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass106,642 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,642 miles
    Test number
    961981074724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,546 miles (+9,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,546 miles
    Test number
    585020845489
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass93,586 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,586 miles
    Test number
    881471530494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,095 miles (+5,716)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,095 miles
    Test number
    565394824226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,379 miles (+1)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,379 miles
    Test number
    105452653243
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper is smearing the screen slightly
    • NoteBonnet release deteriorated but bonnet can still be readily opened
    • NoteFront wipers not parking correctly
    • NoteHole in floor at rear of vehicle
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  20. Fail82,378 miles (+3,896)1 dangerous13 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    388350943450
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteBonnet release deteriorated but bonnet can still be readily opened
    • NoteFront wipers not parking correctly
    • NoteHole in floor at rear of vehicle
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  21. Pass78,482 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,482 miles
    Test number
    152301520243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail78,361 miles (+5,920)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,361 miles
    Test number
    453514710262
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass72,441 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,441 miles
    Test number
    443629009258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,440 miles (+5,516)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,440 miles
    Test number
    911295709263
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteO/s/r chassis slightly corroded

  25. Pass66,924 miles (+7,978)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,924 miles
    Test number
    974492118223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    691008007283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,946 miles (+7,348)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    252817107263
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Fail51,598 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,598 miles
    Test number
    281314816280
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  29. Pass51,598 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,598 miles
    Test number
    800084816232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,108 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    44,108 miles
    Test number
    393634815220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail44,100 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    194253715256
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T851 ASB

Does T851 ASB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T851 ASB is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T851 ASB?
The MOT on T851 ASB is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T851 ASB done?
T851 ASB was recorded at 128,575 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,061 miles a year.
Has T851 ASB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T851 ASB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T851 ASB 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 T851 ASB find?
T851 ASB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall; offside side step corroded.

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