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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T104 NCSMOT history

T104 NCS is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 199,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
199,001 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T104 NCS
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T104 NCS was last recorded at 199,001 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,266 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
735 miles
Average per year
4,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,001 miles
  • 2025 – 198,266 miles
  • 2024 – 197,453 miles
  • 2023 – 196,535 miles
  • 2022 – 195,186 miles
  • 2021 – 193,435 miles
  • 2020 – 192,265 miles
  • 2019 – 191,268 miles
  • 2018 – 187,777 miles
  • 2017 – 179,029 miles
  • 2016 – 168,754 miles
  • 2015 – 158,863 miles
  • 2014 – 149,460 miles
  • 2013 – 146,470 miles
  • 2012 – 127,532 miles
  • 2011 – 121,404 miles
  • 2010 – 118,399 miles
  • 2006 – 108,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,001 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • 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 engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,001 miles (+735)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    199,001 miles
    Test number
    380039708224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass198,266 miles (+813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    198,266 miles
    Test number
    155818769745
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four (5.2.3 (f))

  3. Pass197,453 miles (+918)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    197,453 miles
    Test number
    426261399198
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass196,535 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    196,535 miles
    Test number
    930569631563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail196,522 miles (+307)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,522 miles
    Test number
    537410173845
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn rear shaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Fail196,215 miles (+1,029)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,215 miles
    Test number
    272473794757
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass195,186 miles (+1,751)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    195,186 miles
    Test number
    382800822412
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass193,435 miles (+1,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    193,435 miles
    Test number
    766692275396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Pass192,265 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    192,265 miles
    Test number
    215918493435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass191,268 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    191,268 miles
    Test number
    971537668354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass187,777 miles (+8,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    187,777 miles
    Test number
    224521862954
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass179,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    179,029 miles
    Test number
    726043066266
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured and Offside (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly worn but serviceable

  13. Fail179,023 miles (+10,269)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,023 miles
    Test number
    384504715287
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured and Offside (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly worn but serviceable

  14. Pass168,754 miles (+113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    168,754 miles
    Test number
    798424851516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail168,641 miles (+9,778)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,641 miles
    Test number
    675201375017
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Fuel system component leaking above gearbox (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass158,863 miles (+9,403)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    158,863 miles
    Test number
    358658545027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass149,460 miles (+2,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    149,460 miles
    Test number
    376274144055
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail146,470 miles (+8,664)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,470 miles
    Test number
    848972203368
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  19. Pass137,806 miles (+10,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    137,806 miles
    Test number
    635157553024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass127,532 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    127,532 miles
    Test number
    476385662052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail127,403 miles (+5,999)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,403 miles
    Test number
    725591862025
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass121,404 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    121,404 miles
    Test number
    137541561474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass118,399 miles (+9,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    118,399 miles
    Test number
    283435150050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass108,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    108,501 miles
    Test number
    444464066134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T104 NCS

Does T104 NCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T104 NCS is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T104 NCS?
The MOT on T104 NCS is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T104 NCS done?
T104 NCS was recorded at 199,001 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 4,583 miles a year.
Has T104 NCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T104 NCS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T104 NCS 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 T104 NCS find?
T104 NCS passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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