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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T878 HTSMOT history

T878 HTS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
196,374 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T878 HTS
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T878 HTS was last recorded at 196,374 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 6,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,065 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,309 miles
Average per year
6,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,374 miles
  • 2024 – 190,065 miles
  • 2023 – 183,586 miles
  • 2021 – 180,696 miles
  • 2020 – 179,433 miles
  • 2019 – 178,899 miles
  • 2018 – 172,883 miles
  • 2017 – 166,085 miles
  • 2016 – 153,913 miles
  • 2015 – 143,789 miles
  • 2013 – 138,512 miles
  • 2012 – 129,467 miles
  • 2011 – 117,854 miles
  • 2010 – 107,101 miles
  • 2009 – 95,300 miles
  • 2008 – 85,474 miles
  • 2007 – 73,723 miles
  • 2006 – 63,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,374 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,374 miles (+6,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    196,374 miles
    Test number
    758239633390
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass190,065 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    190,065 miles
    Test number
    967290993446
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm dust cover severely deteriorated.

  3. Fail190,064 miles (+6,478)2 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,064 miles
    Test number
    543298465046
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm dust cover severely deteriorated.

  4. Pass183,586 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    183,586 miles
    Test number
    384200563294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass180,696 miles (+1,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,696 miles
    Test number
    834416995377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass179,433 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    179,433 miles
    Test number
    481423770716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail179,424 miles (+525)5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,424 miles
    Test number
    513856530381
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass178,899 miles (+6,016)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,899 miles
    Test number
    753549806038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass172,883 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    172,883 miles
    Test number
    243679338744
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Front differential pinion seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail172,882 miles (+6,797)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,882 miles
    Test number
    528174919026
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Nearside chassis/out rigger corroded within 30 cm of body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside chassis/out rigger corroded within 30 cm of body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Front differential pinion seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside and Offside inner swivel seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass166,085 miles (+12,172)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    166,085 miles
    Test number
    484892137817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,913 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    153,913 miles
    Test number
    775660233678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail153,868 miles (+10,079)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,868 miles
    Test number
    478204264432
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure top mounting (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering arm at steering box loose & insecure (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre tread.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass143,789 miles (+5,277)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    143,789 miles
    Test number
    857865635074
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass138,512 miles (+64)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    138,512 miles
    Test number
    666175753145
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail138,448 miles (+8,981)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,448 miles
    Test number
    648966703137
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass129,467 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    129,467 miles
    Test number
    886904912108
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail129,457 miles (+11,603)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,457 miles
    Test number
    327566692020
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass117,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    117,854 miles
    Test number
    906901721012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail117,854 miles (+10,753)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,854 miles
    Test number
    797279011072
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass107,101 miles (+11,801)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    107,101 miles
    Test number
    801813410071
    • NoteSmell of fuel but no visible leaks

  22. Pass95,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    95,300 miles
    Test number
    760142429069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,297 miles (+9,823)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,297 miles
    Test number
    943322429071
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass85,474 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,474 miles
    Test number
    824508318001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,472 miles (+11,749)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,472 miles
    Test number
    834447218085
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  26. Pass73,723 miles (+9,900)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,723 miles
    Test number
    874820417043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,823 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    63,823 miles
    Test number
    154313516049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail63,816 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,816 miles
    Test number
    712152616038
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T878 HTS

Does T878 HTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T878 HTS is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T878 HTS?
The MOT on T878 HTS is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T878 HTS done?
T878 HTS was recorded at 196,374 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 6,618 miles a year.
Has T878 HTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T878 HTS has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T878 HTS 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 T878 HTS find?
T878 HTS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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