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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T883 AVYMOT history

T883 AVY is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 111,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
111,157 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T883 AVY
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T883 AVY was last recorded at 111,157 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,852 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
305 miles
Average per year
3,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,157 miles
  • 2025 – 110,852 miles
  • 2024 – 110,530 miles
  • 2023 – 108,502 miles
  • 2022 – 105,724 miles
  • 2021 – 102,579 miles
  • 2020 – 98,812 miles
  • 2019 – 98,406 miles
  • 2018 – 97,618 miles
  • 2017 – 96,924 miles
  • 2016 – 95,069 miles
  • 2015 – 92,084 miles
  • 2014 – 89,344 miles
  • 2013 – 88,035 miles
  • 2012 – 86,145 miles
  • 2011 – 83,086 miles
  • 2010 – 78,807 miles
  • 2009 – 70,999 miles
  • 2008 – 61,317 miles
  • 2007 – 53,503 miles
  • 2006 – 45,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,157 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

36 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,157 miles (+305)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,157 miles
    Test number
    504820326147
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass110,852 miles (+322)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,852 miles
    Test number
    636997205256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass110,530 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,530 miles
    Test number
    342848250606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail110,530 miles (+2,028)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,530 miles
    Test number
    521785045373
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass108,502 miles (+41)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,502 miles
    Test number
    105642815569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis complete (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail108,461 miles (+2,737)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    787143724429
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage likely to become detached forward most (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel hose insecure filler hose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength A frame mounting, forward and rear faces (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower, outer and inner chassis faces (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,724 miles (+9)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,724 miles
    Test number
    121193296248
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,715 miles (+3,136)4 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,715 miles
    Test number
    358894064641
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,579 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,579 miles
    Test number
    454958274446
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt forwardmost (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield corroded

  10. Fail102,579 miles (+3,767)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,579 miles
    Test number
    287437664942
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt forwardmost (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield corroded

  11. Pass98,812 miles (+406)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    443076125277
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre + tyre slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield corroded

  12. Pass98,406 miles (+788)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,406 miles
    Test number
    747352533764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both bump stops missing

  13. Pass97,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,618 miles
    Test number
    290229920867
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail97,618 miles (+694)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,618 miles
    Test number
    678594971271
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting on chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass96,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    745374852151
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  16. Fail96,924 miles (+1,855)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    296080004546
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  17. Pass95,069 miles (+2,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,069 miles
    Test number
    595230059493
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  18. Pass92,084 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,084 miles
    Test number
    674876483698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,083 miles (+2,739)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,083 miles
    Test number
    960884628144
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Pass89,344 miles (+1,309)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,344 miles
    Test number
    676473254211
    • NoteO/r bump stop missing

  21. Pass88,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    155005753203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,034 miles (+1,889)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,034 miles
    Test number
    647515553272
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass86,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    355945962499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,142 miles (+3,056)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,142 miles
    Test number
    308375262411
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass83,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,086 miles
    Test number
    955853261246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,086 miles (+4,279)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,086 miles
    Test number
    996163961213
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass78,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,807 miles
    Test number
    442430360215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,807 miles (+7,808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,807 miles
    Test number
    473890360208
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Pass70,999 miles (+9,682)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,999 miles
    Test number
    743654659263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,317 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    481894098092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail61,316 miles (+7,813)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,316 miles
    Test number
    282603798009
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass53,503 miles (+7,989)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,503 miles
    Test number
    172869587449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass45,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,514 miles
    Test number
    560434496089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail45,514 miles (+236)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,514 miles
    Test number
    702720196048
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront and rear diff oil leaks

  35. Pass45,278 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,278 miles
    Test number
    292278466079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail45,215 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,215 miles
    Test number
    762747066056
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T883 AVY

Does T883 AVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T883 AVY is valid until 13 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T883 AVY?
The MOT on T883 AVY is valid until 13 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T883 AVY done?
T883 AVY was recorded at 111,157 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,204 miles a year.
Has T883 AVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T883 AVY has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T883 AVY 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 T883 AVY find?
T883 AVY failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drag link end ball joint has excessive play; offside front upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside rear outer vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 1 more.

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