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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

T889 MUDMOT history

T889 MUD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 274,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
274,187 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 MUD was last recorded at 274,187 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,169 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
11,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 274,187 miles
  • 2025 – 271,262 miles
  • 2024 – 268,495 miles
  • 2023 – 263,045 miles
  • 2022 – 256,580 miles
  • 2021 – 248,419 miles
  • 2020 – 241,637 miles
  • 2019 – 231,634 miles
  • 2018 – 225,375 miles
  • 2017 – 216,984 miles
  • 2016 – 209,430 miles
  • 2015 – 203,258 miles
  • 2014 – 193,775 miles
  • 2013 – 182,827 miles
  • 2012 – 172,153 miles
  • 2011 – 141,066 miles
  • 2010 – 110,611 miles
  • 2009 – 78,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,187 miles
  • AdvisoryBRake pipes corrodedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear cross member weakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt clasp damagedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,187 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    274,187 miles
    Test number
    418944296313
    • AdvisoryBRake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member weak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt clasp damaged

  2. Fail274,169 miles (+2,907)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,169 miles
    Test number
    358803767357
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member weak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt clasp damaged

  3. Pass271,262 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    271,262 miles
    Test number
    229380760979
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember weak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seatbelt clasp cover missing

  4. Fail271,257 miles (+2,762)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,257 miles
    Test number
    184337235156
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember weak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seatbelt clasp cover missing

  5. Pass268,495 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    268,495 miles
    Test number
    107597626593
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded and weak

  6. Fail268,478 miles (+5,433)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,478 miles
    Test number
    372617941909
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/f footwell (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded and weak

  7. Pass263,045 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    263,045 miles
    Test number
    112233131038
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  8. Fail263,037 miles (+6,457)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,037 miles
    Test number
    411227639317
    • MajorExhaust system insecure both middle and rear mounting brackets are broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailgate (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass256,580 miles (+18)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    256,580 miles
    Test number
    396958030294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Fail256,562 miles (+8,143)2 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,562 miles
    Test number
    924662188079
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  11. Pass248,419 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    248,419 miles
    Test number
    404228525631
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member by electrical tow bar socket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket about to break (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine/gearbox have oil leaks

  12. Fail248,410 miles (+6,773)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,410 miles
    Test number
    454215736214
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member by electrical tow bar socket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket about to break (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine/gearbox have oil leaks

  13. Pass241,637 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    241,637 miles
    Test number
    714622143125
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Fail241,628 miles (+9,994)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,628 miles
    Test number
    376099438618
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  15. Pass231,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    231,634 miles
    Test number
    749061496046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  16. Fail231,625 miles (+6,250)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,625 miles
    Test number
    406740803684
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play cross rod ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  17. Pass225,375 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    225,375 miles
    Test number
    412039540138
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Fail225,367 miles (+8,383)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,367 miles
    Test number
    951650789837
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass216,984 miles (+7,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    216,984 miles
    Test number
    141782833764
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  20. Pass209,430 miles (+6,172)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    209,430 miles
    Test number
    904973076018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass203,258 miles (+9,483)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    203,258 miles
    Test number
    569017305147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass193,775 miles (+10,948)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    193,775 miles
    Test number
    487616104111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass182,827 miles4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    182,827 miles
    Test number
    798505903110
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tracta joint seal weeping
    • NoteO/s/f tracta joint seal leaking
    • NoteSlight underbody corrosion above rear axle

  24. Fail182,827 miles (+10,674)1 failure4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,827 miles
    Test number
    676575403124
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tracta joint seal weeping
    • NoteO/s/f tracta joint seal leaking
    • NoteSlight underbody corrosion above rear axle

  25. Fail172,153 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,153 miles
    Test number
    266242222176
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm joint.
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  26. Pass172,153 miles (+31,087)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    172,153 miles
    Test number
    579082722176
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm joint.
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  27. Pass141,066 miles (+30,455)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    141,066 miles
    Test number
    856370311198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass110,611 miles (+32,096)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    110,611 miles
    Test number
    302248990010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,515 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,515 miles
    Test number
    774799129072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T889 MUD

Does T889 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 MUD is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T889 MUD?
The MOT on T889 MUD is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 MUD done?
T889 MUD was recorded at 274,187 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 11,174 miles a year.
Has T889 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 MUD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T889 MUD 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 T889 MUD find?
T889 MUD passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipes corroded; rear cross member weak; o/s/f seat belt clasp damaged.

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