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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T116 AOJMOT history

T116 AOJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 122,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
122,904 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T116 AOJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T116 AOJ was last recorded at 122,904 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,942 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,962 miles
Average per year
2,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,904 miles
  • 2025 – 120,942 miles
  • 2024 – 118,505 miles
  • 2019 – 117,191 miles
  • 2018 – 115,723 miles
  • 2017 – 113,649 miles
  • 2016 – 111,906 miles
  • 2015 – 108,214 miles
  • 2014 – 105,226 miles
  • 2013 – 98,986 miles
  • 2012 – 91,941 miles
  • 2011 – 84,409 miles
  • 2010 – 79,213 miles
  • 2009 – 77,523 miles
  • 2008 – 76,040 miles
  • 2007 – 73,989 miles
  • 2006 – 72,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,904 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front brake caliper brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Temporary fuel cap fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,904 miles (+1,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    122,904 miles
    Test number
    158634224579
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,942 miles
    Test number
    103683854587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,942 miles (+2,437)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,942 miles
    Test number
    653916868244
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,505 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    118,505 miles
    Test number
    741737670978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,191 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,191 miles
    Test number
    106742780906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,723 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,723 miles
    Test number
    626800867924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,649 miles (+1,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,649 miles
    Test number
    413467732357
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass111,906 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,906 miles
    Test number
    277039000305
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front brake caliper brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  9. Fail111,906 miles (+3,692)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,906 miles
    Test number
    742075300127
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working wrong bulb fitted (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' wipers dont park (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front brake caliper brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  10. Pass108,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,214 miles
    Test number
    725111634709
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs in poor condition

  11. Fail108,214 miles (+2,988)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,214 miles
    Test number
    937377301127
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.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)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs in poor condition

  12. Pass105,226 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,226 miles
    Test number
    588514084285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,986 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    98,986 miles
    Test number
    599807593258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,941 miles (+7,532)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,941 miles
    Test number
    146490392288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,409 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,409 miles
    Test number
    229175401373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,213 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,213 miles
    Test number
    424657900432
    • NoteFront discs coroding
    • NoteRear discs coroding

  17. Fail79,211 miles (+1,688)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,211 miles
    Test number
    473095400358
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDrop arm balljoint gaiter split
    • NoteFront discs coroding
    • NoteRear discs coroding

  18. Pass77,523 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,523 miles
    Test number
    361421439234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,040 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,040 miles
    Test number
    871723458227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,989 miles (+1,950)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    991388147262
    • NoteSteering damper o/s bush worn

  21. Pass72,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,039 miles
    Test number
    961124956236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T116 AOJ

Does T116 AOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T116 AOJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T116 AOJ?
The MOT on T116 AOJ is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T116 AOJ done?
T116 AOJ was recorded at 122,904 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,533 miles a year.
Has T116 AOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T116 AOJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T116 AOJ 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 T116 AOJ find?
T116 AOJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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