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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T897 STTMOT history

T897 STT is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 214,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
214,500 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 STT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T897 STT was last recorded at 214,500 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,433 miles · 17 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,067 miles
Average per year
3,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,500 miles
  • 2024 – 212,433 miles
  • 2023 – 210,052 miles
  • 2022 – 207,847 miles
  • 2021 – 207,792 miles
  • 2020 – 204,522 miles
  • 2019 – 199,559 miles
  • 2018 – 194,596 miles
  • 2017 – 189,737 miles
  • 2016 – 184,088 miles
  • 2015 – 177,424 miles
  • 2013 – 169,721 miles
  • 2012 – 165,696 miles
  • 2011 – 160,131 miles
  • 2010 – 156,489 miles
  • 2009 – 151,691 miles
  • 2008 – 148,537 miles
  • 2007 – 143,670 miles
  • 2006 – 137,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,500 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass214,500 miles (+2,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    214,500 miles
    Test number
    766204559266
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass212,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    212,433 miles
    Test number
    252746640022
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail212,433 miles (+2,381)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,433 miles
    Test number
    233267206067
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass210,052 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    210,052 miles
    Test number
    168935801881
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front king pin

  5. Fail210,032 miles (+2,185)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,032 miles
    Test number
    261818407339
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front king pin

  6. Pass207,847 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    207,847 miles
    Test number
    313299989829
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail207,792 miles (+3,270)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,792 miles
    Test number
    897772220925
    • DangerousCentral Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected cross member (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass204,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    204,522 miles
    Test number
    997917134745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail204,522 miles (+4,963)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,522 miles
    Test number
    838490248970
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass199,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    199,559 miles
    Test number
    880810297629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail199,559 miles (+4,963)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,559 miles
    Test number
    361450788215
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  12. Pass194,596 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    194,596 miles
    Test number
    124322576413
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail194,590 miles (+4,853)2 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,590 miles
    Test number
    378635592318
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass189,737 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    189,737 miles
    Test number
    837435082486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass184,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    184,088 miles
    Test number
    459840337137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail184,088 miles (+6,664)14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,088 miles
    Test number
    162513909428
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass177,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    177,424 miles
    Test number
    106351885144
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail177,424 miles (+7,703)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,424 miles
    Test number
    936870885165
    • FailureCentre Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass169,721 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    169,721 miles
    Test number
    356039453158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail169,721 miles (+4,025)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,721 miles
    Test number
    796458553116
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass165,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    165,696 miles
    Test number
    248128552418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail165,696 miles (+5,565)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,696 miles
    Test number
    776838952135
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass160,131 miles (+3,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    160,131 miles
    Test number
    898177431169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass156,489 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    156,489 miles
    Test number
    493611360197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Fail156,442 miles (+4,751)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,442 miles
    Test number
    152339650123
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass151,691 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    151,691 miles
    Test number
    480191669187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail151,661 miles (+3,124)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,661 miles
    Test number
    302396259128
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass148,537 miles (+4,867)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    148,537 miles
    Test number
    422565168159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass143,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    143,670 miles
    Test number
    850854667168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail143,660 miles (+6,400)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,660 miles
    Test number
    373754567126
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  31. Pass137,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    137,260 miles
    Test number
    272093666142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T897 STT

Does T897 STT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T897 STT is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T897 STT?
The MOT on T897 STT is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T897 STT done?
T897 STT was recorded at 214,500 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 3,982 miles a year.
Has T897 STT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 STT has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T897 STT 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 T897 STT find?
T897 STT passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; oil leak, but not excessive.

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