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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T119 VAOMOT history

T119 VAO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 183,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
183,858 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T119 VAO
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T119 VAO was last recorded at 183,858 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,120 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
738 miles
Average per year
5,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,858 miles
  • 2025 – 183,120 miles
  • 2024 – 179,618 miles
  • 2023 – 179,602 miles
  • 2022 – 176,700 miles
  • 2021 – 170,879 miles
  • 2020 – 166,787 miles
  • 2018 – 155,355 miles
  • 2016 – 153,814 miles
  • 2015 – 151,323 miles
  • 2014 – 147,251 miles
  • 2013 – 143,445 miles
  • 2012 – 139,259 miles
  • 2011 – 134,336 miles
  • 2010 – 128,247 miles
  • 2009 – 121,014 miles
  • 2008 – 110,976 miles
  • 2007 – 98,151 miles
  • 2006 – 84,209 miles
  • 2005 – 71,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,858 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,858 miles (+738)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    183,858 miles
    Test number
    581593525584
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass183,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    183,120 miles
    Test number
    271226774327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail183,120 miles (+86)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,120 miles
    Test number
    122166744597
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail183,034 miles (+3,416)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,034 miles
    Test number
    170796067753
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  5. Pass179,618 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    179,618 miles
    Test number
    115599245713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail179,613 miles (+11)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,613 miles
    Test number
    477131124499
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail179,602 miles (+2,902)10 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,602 miles
    Test number
    434983699553
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass176,700 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    176,700 miles
    Test number
    286573168411
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Fail176,695 miles (+5,816)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,695 miles
    Test number
    580537585639
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting chalked up (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near bump stop mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Pass170,879 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    170,879 miles
    Test number
    223049898973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass166,787 miles (+11,432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    166,787 miles
    Test number
    597287870704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass155,355 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    155,355 miles
    Test number
    891206869137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass153,814 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    153,814 miles
    Test number
    283371817619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass151,323 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    151,323 miles
    Test number
    928383729825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,251 miles (+3,806)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    147,251 miles
    Test number
    187475144241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass143,445 miles (+4,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    143,445 miles
    Test number
    347816443244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass139,259 miles (+4,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    139,259 miles
    Test number
    107667542259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass134,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    366095831498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,332 miles (+6,085)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,332 miles
    Test number
    569815431208
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass128,247 miles (+7,233)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    128,247 miles
    Test number
    373060730467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass121,014 miles (+10,038)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    121,014 miles
    Test number
    492981439292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    110,976 miles
    Test number
    200685378102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,976 miles (+12,825)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,976 miles
    Test number
    833925378183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass98,151 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    471016377176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail98,023 miles (+13,814)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,023 miles
    Test number
    221942377450
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass84,209 miles (+12,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    84,209 miles
    Test number
    142058176147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    994018465103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T119 VAO

Does T119 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T119 VAO is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T119 VAO?
The MOT on T119 VAO is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T119 VAO done?
T119 VAO was recorded at 183,858 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 5,323 miles a year.
Has T119 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T119 VAO has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T119 VAO 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 T119 VAO find?
T119 VAO passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame joint.

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