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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T914 HFVMOT history

T914 HFV is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 191,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
191,935 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T914 HFV
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
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T914 HFV was last recorded at 191,935 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 4,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,302 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,633 miles
Average per year
6,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,935 miles
  • 2024 – 187,302 miles
  • 2023 – 182,346 miles
  • 2022 – 174,649 miles
  • 2021 – 168,434 miles
  • 2020 – 167,415 miles
  • 2019 – 165,401 miles
  • 2015 – 159,338 miles
  • 2014 – 154,156 miles
  • 2013 – 148,496 miles
  • 2012 – 136,207 miles
  • 2011 – 120,680 miles
  • 2010 – 104,323 miles
  • 2009 – 89,183 miles
  • 2008 – 80,927 miles
  • 2007 – 73,698 miles
  • 2006 – 64,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,935 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • ALL TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Steering arm bushes split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,935 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    191,935 miles
    Test number
    261211859830
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Fail191,928 miles (+4,626)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,928 miles
    Test number
    140331075165
    • DangerousRear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  3. Pass187,302 miles (+4,956)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    187,302 miles
    Test number
    691111624638
    • AdvisoryALL TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  4. Pass182,346 miles (+7,697)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    182,346 miles
    Test number
    710894365926
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across the rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  5. Pass174,649 miles (+6,215)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    174,649 miles
    Test number
    786747749797
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Corroded

  6. Pass168,434 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,434 miles
    Test number
    753086812756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,433 miles (+1,018)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,433 miles
    Test number
    879119896079
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger to chassis (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 outrigger to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass167,415 miles (+2,014)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    167,415 miles
    Test number
    248964866414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass165,401 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    165,401 miles
    Test number
    376861771095
    • AdvisorySteering arm bushes split

  10. Fail165,394 miles (+6,056)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,394 miles
    Test number
    732240231596
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering arm bushes split

  11. Pass159,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    159,338 miles
    Test number
    967108885147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail159,338 miles (+5,182)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,338 miles
    Test number
    596987985172
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass154,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    154,156 miles
    Test number
    998787774112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail154,156 miles (+5,660)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,156 miles
    Test number
    268357474404
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass148,496 miles (+12,289)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    509856973192
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass136,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    136,207 miles
    Test number
    467782372112
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Fail136,206 miles (+15,526)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,206 miles
    Test number
    266922472466
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Pass120,680 miles (+16,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    120,680 miles
    Test number
    197742181174
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass104,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    104,323 miles
    Test number
    320336770184
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail104,323 miles (+15,140)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,323 miles
    Test number
    950354170103
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass89,183 miles (+8,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,183 miles
    Test number
    273095489412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass80,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,927 miles
    Test number
    443683478135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,927 miles (+7,229)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,927 miles
    Test number
    541423878178
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  24. Fail73,698 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    673272397105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass73,698 miles (+8,845)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    682352697109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    510391106220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T914 HFV

Does T914 HFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T914 HFV is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T914 HFV?
The MOT on T914 HFV is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T914 HFV done?
T914 HFV was recorded at 191,935 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,333 miles a year.
Has T914 HFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T914 HFV has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T914 HFV 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 T914 HFV find?
T914 HFV passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both, and 1 more.

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