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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

V2 TAEMOT history

V2 TAE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

V2 TAE blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,162 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 TAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 TAE was last recorded at 154,162 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,703 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,459 miles
Average per year
7,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,162 miles
  • 2025 – 151,703 miles
  • 2024 – 149,408 miles
  • 2023 – 147,273 miles
  • 2022 – 146,083 miles
  • 2021 – 142,915 miles
  • 2020 – 137,319 miles
  • 2019 – 130,077 miles
  • 2018 – 120,080 miles
  • 2017 – 115,290 miles
  • 2016 – 105,309 miles
  • 2015 – 94,469 miles
  • 2014 – 83,967 miles
  • 2013 – 75,760 miles
  • 2012 – 64,165 miles
  • 2011 – 49,383 miles
  • 2010 – 34,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,162 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low and heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,162 miles (+2,459)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,162 miles
    Test number
    804353930885
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low and heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass151,703 miles (+2,295)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    151,703 miles
    Test number
    676367289161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low/perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust section flanges corroded

  3. Pass149,408 miles (+2,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,408 miles
    Test number
    696173518912
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low on tread/both perished/cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,273 miles (+1,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,273 miles
    Test number
    981913455614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,083 miles (+1)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,083 miles
    Test number
    973494668435
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront bumper Nearside end cap missing. bumper is corroded and has a sharp edge, but not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail146,082 miles (+3,167)10 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,082 miles
    Test number
    827429364342
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A - Frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn A - Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront bumper Nearside end cap missing. bumper is corroded and has a sharp edge, but not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexi, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,915 miles (+5,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,915 miles
    Test number
    959170752623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass137,319 miles (+7,242)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,319 miles
    Test number
    415171736168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight knock in top of steering coloum, no excessive play found

  9. Pass130,077 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,077 miles
    Test number
    786453760899
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Fail130,075 miles (+9,995)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    905669810628
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play all 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass120,080 miles (+4,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,080 miles
    Test number
    137557405382
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass115,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,290 miles
    Test number
    238494949273
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower bushes (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail115,290 miles (+9,981)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,290 miles
    Test number
    469738303821
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower bushes (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass105,309 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    630485654993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail105,309 miles (+10,840)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    989746244764
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust cracked out weld (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass94,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,469 miles
    Test number
    835711265110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,968 miles (+11,001)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,968 miles
    Test number
    625471165155
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass83,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    345178464143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail83,967 miles (+8,207)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    596327164166
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass75,760 miles (+11,595)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,760 miles
    Test number
    288061663406
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass64,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,165 miles
    Test number
    219705062495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,165 miles (+14,782)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,165 miles
    Test number
    257625162491
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass49,383 miles (+15,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,383 miles
    Test number
    497498161140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail34,110 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,110 miles
    Test number
    212342960445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,110 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,110 miles
    Test number
    904012760119
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V2 TAE

Does V2 TAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V2 TAE is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V2 TAE?
The MOT on V2 TAE is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V2 TAE done?
V2 TAE was recorded at 154,162 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 7,432 miles a year.
Has V2 TAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 TAE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on V2 TAE 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 V2 TAE find?
V2 TAE passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased; nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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