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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T103 BWWMOT history

T103 BWW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 215,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
215,921 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T103 BWW
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
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T103 BWW was last recorded at 215,921 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 2,073 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,848 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,073 miles
Average per year
4,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,921 miles
  • 2025 – 213,848 miles
  • 2021 – 210,960 miles
  • 2020 – 208,573 miles
  • 2019 – 206,630 miles
  • 2017 – 202,308 miles
  • 2016 – 196,975 miles
  • 2014 – 189,230 miles
  • 2013 – 180,894 miles
  • 2012 – 171,667 miles
  • 2011 – 164,690 miles
  • 2010 – 157,974 miles
  • 2009 – 147,535 miles
  • 2008 – 140,918 miles
  • 2006 – 132,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,921 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion upper bulkhead mounting bracket (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of B pillor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,921 miles (+2,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    215,921 miles
    Test number
    936127412403
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass213,848 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    213,848 miles
    Test number
    712446593216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass210,960 miles (+2,387)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    210,960 miles
    Test number
    857237936848
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass208,573 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    208,573 miles
    Test number
    548001394594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass206,630 miles (+4,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    206,630 miles
    Test number
    607869444864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass202,308 miles (+5,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    202,308 miles
    Test number
    231994435017
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Pass196,975 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    196,975 miles
    Test number
    879895817101
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion upper bulkhead mounting bracket (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of B pillor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides, foot wells (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f swivel has play in lower bearing
    • AdvisoryWipers don't park
  8. Fail196,975 miles (+7,745)9 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,975 miles
    Test number
    316885782622
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePassenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. o/s rear and center rear (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion upper bulkhead mounting bracket (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of B pillor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides, foot wells (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f swivel has play in lower bearing
    • AdvisoryWipers don't park
  9. Pass189,230 miles (+8,336)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    189,230 miles
    Test number
    768517564146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
  10. Pass180,894 miles (+9,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    180,894 miles
    Test number
    738056693038
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  11. Pass171,667 miles (+6,977)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    171,667 miles
    Test number
    467447892005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass164,690 miles (+6,716)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    164,690 miles
    Test number
    327632251023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass157,974 miles (+10,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    157,974 miles
    Test number
    540263860035
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass147,535 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    147,535 miles
    Test number
    192532079484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Fail147,535 miles (+6,617)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,535 miles
    Test number
    362983669039
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass140,918 miles (+8,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    140,918 miles
    Test number
    250776368031
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass132,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    132,423 miles
    Test number
    343270286115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T103 BWW

Does T103 BWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T103 BWW is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T103 BWW?
The MOT on T103 BWW is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T103 BWW done?
T103 BWW was recorded at 215,921 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 4,186 miles a year.
Has T103 BWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T103 BWW has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2016.
Has the mileage on T103 BWW 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 BWW find?
T103 BWW passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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