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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T103 AWWMOT history

T103 AWW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 181,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
181,996 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T103 AWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T103 AWW was last recorded at 181,996 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,991 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,996 miles
  • 2025 – 172,182 miles
  • 2024 – 164,229 miles
  • 2023 – 157,940 miles
  • 2022 – 147,758 miles
  • 2021 – 143,529 miles
  • 2020 – 143,487 miles
  • 2019 – 139,398 miles
  • 2017 – 136,474 miles
  • 2015 – 133,459 miles
  • 2014 – 128,269 miles
  • 2013 – 120,853 miles
  • 2012 – 115,492 miles
  • 2011 – 109,170 miles
  • 2010 – 100,627 miles
  • 2009 – 90,406 miles
  • 2008 – 80,131 miles
  • 2007 – 65,059 miles
  • 2006 – 58,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,996 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,996 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    181,996 miles
    Test number
    860413601403
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail181,991 miles (+9,809)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,991 miles
    Test number
    466602027362
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass172,182 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    172,182 miles
    Test number
    349909156462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail172,179 miles (+7,950)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,179 miles
    Test number
    713224855795
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass164,229 miles (+27)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    164,229 miles
    Test number
    769313813148
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail164,202 miles (+6,262)9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,202 miles
    Test number
    204606974464
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis behind coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass157,940 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    157,940 miles
    Test number
    959712660869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front out rigger webbing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in vehicle
  8. Fail157,935 miles (+10,177)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,935 miles
    Test number
    395391831073
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component insecure steering box mounting bracket loose (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front out rigger webbing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in vehicle
  9. Pass147,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,758 miles
    Test number
    995428215511
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail147,758 miles (+4,229)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,758 miles
    Test number
    898003863937
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass143,529 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,529 miles
    Test number
    291369914729
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wheel bearings slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear One body mounting corroded but body secure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box tailpipe holed
  12. Fail143,487 miles (+4,089)3 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,487 miles
    Test number
    338061330917
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint 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 Track rod 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 Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  13. Pass139,398 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    139,398 miles
    Test number
    391749814802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  14. Fail139,398 miles (+2,924)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,398 miles
    Test number
    587437017185
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Out riggers (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Out riggers (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  15. Pass136,474 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    136,474 miles
    Test number
    351564489546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  16. Fail136,474 miles (+3,015)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,474 miles
    Test number
    111060373202
    • FailureCentral Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  17. Pass133,459 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    133,459 miles
    Test number
    128312433629
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Fail133,411 miles (+5,142)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,411 miles
    Test number
    534844824880
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  19. Pass128,269 miles (+7,416)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,269 miles
    Test number
    798202144388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    120,853 miles
    Test number
    928623533335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail120,853 miles (+5,361)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,853 miles
    Test number
    135592733307
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  22. Pass115,492 miles (+6,322)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,492 miles
    Test number
    688720852374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    585793551321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  24. Fail109,170 miles (+8,543)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    226961751362
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  25. Pass100,627 miles (+10,221)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    100,627 miles
    Test number
    630445150341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass90,406 miles (+10,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,406 miles
    Test number
    923682459329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  27. Pass80,131 miles (+15,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    560843658368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass65,059 miles (+1,471)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    65,059 miles
    Test number
    814943557312
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted inboad side
  29. Pass63,588 miles (+4,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,588 miles
    Test number
    130870947429
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass58,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    523078346060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail58,917 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    134677646408
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T103 AWW

Does T103 AWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T103 AWW is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T103 AWW?
The MOT on T103 AWW 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 T103 AWW done?
T103 AWW was recorded at 181,996 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 6,008 miles a year.
Has T103 AWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T103 AWW has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T103 AWW 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 T103 AWW find?
T103 AWW passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor, and 4 more.

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