
Land Rover Defender
Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc
T120 MOFMOT history
T120 MOF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,598 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 2 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 141,598 mi
- At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 30
- 19 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 2,654 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T120 MOF
- 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
- 30 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T120 MOF was last recorded at 141,598 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 141,598 miles · 20 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 2,654 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 141,598 miles
- 2024 – 141,288 miles
- 2023 – 141,053 miles
- 2022 – 140,441 miles
- 2021 – 139,974 miles
- 2020 – 138,696 miles
- 2019 – 137,735 miles
- 2018 – 136,754 miles
- 2017 – 131,063 miles
- 2016 – 124,952 miles
- 2015 – 121,658 miles
- 2014 – 118,627 miles
- 2013 – 115,294 miles
- 2012 – 113,228 miles
- 2011 – 110,104 miles
- 2010 – 106,563 miles
- 2008 – 102,572 miles
- 2007 – 97,707 miles
- 2006 – 90,018 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016
Full MOT history
30 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass141,598 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 141,598 miles
- Test number
- 490619738834
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
Fail141,598 miles (+310)2 dangerous11 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,598 miles
- Test number
- 730263728589
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass141,288 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 141,288 miles
- Test number
- 955303201132
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Fail141,288 miles (+235)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,288 miles
- Test number
- 244177554032
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Pass141,053 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 141,053 miles
- Test number
- 121529548207
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail141,052 miles (+611)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,052 miles
- Test number
- 761093261733
- MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass140,441 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 140,441 miles
- Test number
- 435238686119
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Fail140,439 miles (+465)2 dangerous15 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,439 miles
- Test number
- 288105268565
- DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment front (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorCentral Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorCentral Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam stalk faulty (4.1.3 (b))
- MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail to rear crossmember holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Pass139,974 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 139,974 miles
- Test number
- 452469278337
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail139,968 miles (+1,272)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,968 miles
- Test number
- 405307863837
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass138,696 miles (+961)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 138,696 miles
- Test number
- 789529641056
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass137,735 miles (+981)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 137,735 miles
- Test number
- 738378808240
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass136,754 miles (+5,691)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2019
- Odometer
- 136,754 miles
- Test number
- 901562523272
- AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)
Pass131,063 miles (+6,111)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2018
- Odometer
- 131,063 miles
- Test number
- 705443726620
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint rear (2.5.B.2a)
Pass124,952 miles (+128)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2017
- Odometer
- 124,952 miles
- Test number
- 860213048561
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
- 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)
Fail124,824 miles (+3,166)3 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,824 miles
- Test number
- 689342147893
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) damper pin/bush (2.2.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
- 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)
Pass121,658 miles (+3,031)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2016
- Odometer
- 121,658 miles
- Test number
- 599348395063
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass118,627 miles7 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2015
- Odometer
- 118,627 miles
- Test number
- 265782024112
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- 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)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
Fail118,627 miles (+3,333)2 failures7 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,627 miles
- Test number
- 836512424177
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- 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)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
Pass115,294 miles (+2,066)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 115,294 miles
- Test number
- 109180943005
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass113,228 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 113,228 miles
- Test number
- 966715052027
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- 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)
Fail113,228 miles (+3,124)2 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,228 miles
- Test number
- 559354252013
- FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- 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)
Pass110,104 miles (+3,541)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 110,104 miles
- Test number
- 916621531080
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- NoteSlight wear steering damper bushes
Pass106,563 miles (+62)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 106,563 miles
- Test number
- 950974310026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail106,501 miles (+3,929)6 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,501 miles
- Test number
- 524215900097
- FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteStering box drop arm joint rubber gaiter split
Fail102,572 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,572 miles
- Test number
- 463375228376
- Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront prop shaft rear UJ slightly worn.
- NoteMain front to rear steel brake pipe slightly corroded.
- NoteRear axle steel brake pipes slightly corroded.
Pass102,572 miles (+4,865)4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 102,572 miles
- Test number
- 514205228368
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront prop shaft rear UJ slightly worn.
- NoteMain front to rear steel brake pipe slightly corroded.
- NoteRear axle steel brake pipes slightly corroded.
Pass97,707 miles (+7,689)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 97,707 miles
- Test number
- 402650387151
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteSteering box drop arm slight wear in joint
Fail90,018 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,018 miles
- Test number
- 202399576131
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass90,018 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 90,018 miles
- Test number
- 474349376113
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T120 MOF
- Does T120 MOF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T120 MOF is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T120 MOF?
- The MOT on T120 MOF is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T120 MOF done?
- T120 MOF was recorded at 141,598 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,654 miles a year.
- Has T120 MOF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T120 MOF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on T120 MOF 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 T120 MOF find?
- T120 MOF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component box.
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