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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T116 BWWMOT history

T116 BWW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 156,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
156,781 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T116 BWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T116 BWW was last recorded at 156,781 miles on 20 May 2025, 951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,830 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
951 miles
Average per year
4,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,781 miles
  • 2024 – 155,830 miles
  • 2023 – 151,683 miles
  • 2022 – 143,709 miles
  • 2021 – 135,699 miles
  • 2020 – 130,294 miles
  • 2019 – 126,252 miles
  • 2018 – 123,927 miles
  • 2017 – 123,199 miles
  • 2016 – 121,211 miles
  • 2015 – 118,079 miles
  • 2014 – 116,528 miles
  • 2013 – 113,708 miles
  • 2012 – 108,944 miles
  • 2011 – 103,919 miles
  • 2010 – 98,828 miles
  • 2009 – 93,734 miles
  • 2008 – 87,843 miles
  • 2007 – 80,738 miles
  • 2006 – 73,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,781 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play front pitman

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,781 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    156,781 miles
    Test number
    443124537843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,830 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,830 miles
    Test number
    983571160682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail155,806 miles (+4,123)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,806 miles
    Test number
    655451048084
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass151,683 miles (+7,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    151,683 miles
    Test number
    623106155791
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal general vehicle underbody undersealed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass143,709 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    143,709 miles
    Test number
    958609427882
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal general vehicle underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail143,709 miles (+8,010)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,709 miles
    Test number
    967687850954
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play as marked (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal general vehicle underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass135,699 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    484416240579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play front pitman (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail135,614 miles (+5,320)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,614 miles
    Test number
    826787425894
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated hub seal failed. (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear main feeds (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play front pitman (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass130,294 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,294 miles
    Test number
    142028752733
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail130,294 miles (+4,042)2 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,294 miles
    Test number
    742162252526
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings Loose on steering box (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired Cracked (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective No key (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inside of rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Middle outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel ball corroded seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake performance very low
  11. Pass126,252 miles (+2,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    126,252 miles
    Test number
    806265306482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis outrigger corroded
  12. Pass123,927 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    123,927 miles
    Test number
    807065394662
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  13. Fail123,927 miles (+728)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,927 miles
    Test number
    549821745737
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  14. Pass123,199 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,199 miles
    Test number
    193370032305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail123,184 miles (+1,973)13 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,184 miles
    Test number
    781192438957
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release seat belt clasp not locking (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis holed and corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour needs new lens (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger holed and corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour needs new lens (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak on front axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed in 2 places and corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade worn
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
  16. Pass121,211 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,211 miles
    Test number
    363374707613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass118,079 miles (+1,551)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,079 miles
    Test number
    656580405128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    116,528 miles
    Test number
    458500324117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail116,528 miles (+2,820)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,528 miles
    Test number
    839469914119
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake pad material breaking up advise replace as soon as possible
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded
  20. Pass113,708 miles (+33)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    113,708 miles
    Test number
    325438793242
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail113,675 miles (+4,731)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    345327993445
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass108,944 miles (+5,025)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    108,944 miles
    Test number
    248846792213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass103,919 miles (+5,091)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,919 miles
    Test number
    546733991270
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass98,828 miles (+243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    98,828 miles
    Test number
    771176480269
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  25. Fail98,585 miles (+4,851)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    334842570262
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  26. Pass93,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    93,734 miles
    Test number
    890985699278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,734 miles (+5,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,734 miles
    Test number
    280395799213
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  28. Pass87,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,843 miles
    Test number
    601229408370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail87,843 miles (+7,105)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,843 miles
    Test number
    372779608388
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  30. Pass80,738 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    320888097465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass73,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,949 miles
    Test number
    640068496221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail73,949 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,949 miles
    Test number
    454236196271
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T116 BWW

Does T116 BWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T116 BWW expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T116 BWW?
The MOT on T116 BWW expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T116 BWW done?
T116 BWW was recorded at 156,781 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 4,460 miles a year.
Has T116 BWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T116 BWW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T116 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 T116 BWW find?
T116 BWW passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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