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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T864 VEUMOT history

T864 VEU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 172,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
172,547 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T864 VEU
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
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T864 VEU was last recorded at 172,547 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 3,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,070 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,477 miles
Average per year
5,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,547 miles
  • 2025 – 169,070 miles
  • 2024 – 165,245 miles
  • 2023 – 161,333 miles
  • 2022 – 157,606 miles
  • 2021 – 154,067 miles
  • 2020 – 150,431 miles
  • 2019 – 145,219 miles
  • 2018 – 141,388 miles
  • 2017 – 136,814 miles
  • 2016 – 132,326 miles
  • 2015 – 126,593 miles
  • 2014 – 120,529 miles
  • 2013 – 115,226 miles
  • 2012 – 110,765 miles
  • 2011 – 105,116 miles
  • 2010 – 97,577 miles
  • 2009 – 90,834 miles
  • 2008 – 83,579 miles
  • 2007 – 75,322 miles
  • 2006 – 65,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,547 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass172,547 miles (+3,477)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    172,547 miles
    Test number
    657178651510
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass169,070 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,070 miles
    Test number
    994865037692
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake drum hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail169,070 miles (+3,825)2 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,070 miles
    Test number
    772656823981
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake drum hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass165,245 miles (+3,912)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,245 miles
    Test number
    728111503255
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass161,333 miles (+3,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,333 miles
    Test number
    391244316498
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,606 miles (+3,539)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,606 miles
    Test number
    876602564969
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass154,067 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    154,067 miles
    Test number
    845769394283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    150,431 miles
    Test number
    906972954506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail150,431 miles (+5,212)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,431 miles
    Test number
    989461927139
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass145,219 miles (+3,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,219 miles
    Test number
    944830147680
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    141,388 miles
    Test number
    124690106870
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail141,381 miles (+4,567)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,381 miles
    Test number
    713264163362
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass136,814 miles (+4,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    136,814 miles
    Test number
    391700584128
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass132,326 miles (+5,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,326 miles
    Test number
    386153581123
    • AdvisoryOffside Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass126,593 miles (+6,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    126,593 miles
    Test number
    426167525118
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteDrop arm joint has slight wear

  16. Pass120,529 miles (+5,303)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,529 miles
    Test number
    198040034159
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight wear off side front axle bush

  17. Pass115,226 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    115,226 miles
    Test number
    277418933404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass110,765 miles (+5,649)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    188693832176
    • NoteNear side rear disc slighty pitted
    • NoteOff side axle stabarior bush slight wear

  19. Pass105,116 miles (+7,539)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,116 miles
    Test number
    207740641418
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight wear off side pan arm bush
    • NoteSlight wear steering arm drop arm joint

  20. Pass97,577 miles (+6,743)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    97,577 miles
    Test number
    880211740135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,834 miles (+7,255)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,834 miles
    Test number
    951068029194
    • NoteSlight wear steering damper bush

  22. Pass83,579 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,579 miles
    Test number
    522527828137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Fail83,574 miles (+8,252)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,574 miles
    Test number
    900944128100
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass75,322 miles (+9,495)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    830018737166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,827 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    232753336448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front seat belt buckle cover missing

Questions about T864 VEU

Does T864 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T864 VEU is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T864 VEU?
The MOT on T864 VEU is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T864 VEU done?
T864 VEU was recorded at 172,547 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,275 miles a year.
Has T864 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T864 VEU has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T864 VEU 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 T864 VEU find?
T864 VEU passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 6 more.

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