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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T905 PABMOT history

T905 PAB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 199,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
199,645 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T905 PAB
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
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T905 PAB was last recorded at 199,645 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2012: 16,602 miles, lower than 159,887 miles on 28 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
199,639 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,645 miles
  • 2024 – 199,465 miles
  • 2023 – 199,300 miles
  • 2022 – 198,565 miles
  • 2021 – 197,697 miles
  • 2020 – 197,513 miles
  • 2017 – 193,998 miles
  • 2015 – 185,911 miles
  • 2014 – 179,845 miles
  • 2013 – 173,507 miles
  • 2012 – 16,602 miles
  • 2011 – 159,887 miles
  • 2010 – 153,294 miles
  • 2008 – 133,615 miles
  • 2007 – 121,414 miles
  • 2006 – 108,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,645 miles
  • AdvisoryWhole under vehicle covered in underseal rust protectionRecorded 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Chassis corroded througout

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,645 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    199,645 miles
    Test number
    870401267601
    • AdvisoryWhole under vehicle covered in underseal rust protection

  2. Fail199,639 miles (+174)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,639 miles
    Test number
    570589322243
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhole under vehicle covered in underseal rust protection

  3. Pass199,465 miles (+165)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    199,465 miles
    Test number
    539193144861
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass199,300 miles (+735)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    199,300 miles
    Test number
    605466517723
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder car covered with under sealer

  5. Pass198,565 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    198,565 miles
    Test number
    142942544579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass197,697 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    197,697 miles
    Test number
    834059265567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail197,677 miles (+164)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,677 miles
    Test number
    686450511846
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  8. Pass197,513 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    197,513 miles
    Test number
    322182548894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded througout

  9. Fail197,510 miles (+3,512)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,510 miles
    Test number
    854965649354
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded througout

  10. Pass193,998 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    193,998 miles
    Test number
    385072360789
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers do not self park

  11. Fail193,998 miles (+8,087)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,998 miles
    Test number
    310310756390
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers do not self park

  12. Pass185,911 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    185,911 miles
    Test number
    579994858536
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust system slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail185,906 miles (+6,061)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,906 miles
    Test number
    721711279984
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail179,845 miles4 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,845 miles
    Test number
    398938994178
    • Repaired at testNearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  15. Pass179,845 miles (+6,338)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    179,845 miles
    Test number
    686718694128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  16. Pass173,507 miles (+190)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    173,507 miles
    Test number
    125592173139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  17. Fail173,317 miles (+156,715)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,317 miles
    Test number
    575811043116
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail16,602 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,602 miles
    Test number
    145268632159
    • Repaired at testSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  19. Pass16,602 miles (-143,285)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,602 miles
    Test number
    897988632118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  20. Fail159,887 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,887 miles
    Test number
    545999051078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/s front upper steering joint has slight play

  21. Pass159,887 miles (+6,593)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    159,887 miles
    Test number
    585579751004
    • NoteO/s front upper steering joint has slight play

  22. Pass153,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    153,294 miles
    Test number
    241505710054
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Fail153,294 miles (+19,679)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,294 miles
    Test number
    422705610063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass133,615 miles (+12,201)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    133,615 miles
    Test number
    403422688221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass121,414 miles (+12,835)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    121,414 miles
    Test number
    910352047210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteHand brake effort on limit

  26. Pass108,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    108,579 miles
    Test number
    310278586138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T905 PAB

Does T905 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T905 PAB is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T905 PAB?
The MOT on T905 PAB is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T905 PAB done?
T905 PAB was recorded at 199,645 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,706 miles a year.
Has T905 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T905 PAB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T905 PAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T905 PAB find?
T905 PAB passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: whole under vehicle covered in underseal rust protection.

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