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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T126 AWWMOT history

T126 AWW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
82,280 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T126 AWW
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
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T126 AWW was last recorded at 82,280 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,163 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
1,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,280 miles
  • 2025 – 82,163 miles
  • 2024 – 80,158 miles
  • 2023 – 77,613 miles
  • 2022 – 75,315 miles
  • 2021 – 72,917 miles
  • 2020 – 71,084 miles
  • 2019 – 69,331 miles
  • 2018 – 68,946 miles
  • 2017 – 68,720 miles
  • 2016 – 68,390 miles
  • 2015 – 67,930 miles
  • 2014 – 67,118 miles
  • 2013 – 66,311 miles
  • 2012 – 64,798 miles
  • 2011 – 63,248 miles
  • 2010 – 61,388 miles
  • 2009 – 59,843 miles
  • 2008 – 58,193 miles
  • 2007 – 55,729 miles
  • 2006 – 53,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,280 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Box (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Steering box leaking oil

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,280 miles (+117)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    82,280 miles
    Test number
    360670174561
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail82,163 miles (+2,005)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,163 miles
    Test number
    204292645350
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,158 miles (+2,545)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,158 miles
    Test number
    152817984076
    • 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 Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting X member. (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,613 miles (+2,298)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    846363947280
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle balljoint boot. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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 Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced X member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass75,315 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    442604965257
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear b (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail75,315 miles (+2,398)1 repaired4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    113599333438
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear b (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass72,917 miles (+1,833)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    242223284926
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  8. Pass71,084 miles (+1,753)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,084 miles
    Test number
    561333871630
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle ball joint boot. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass69,331 miles (+385)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,331 miles
    Test number
    862031197292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass68,946 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,946 miles
    Test number
    444539914030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,720 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,720 miles
    Test number
    717525836107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)

  12. Fail68,720 miles (+330)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,720 miles
    Test number
    628817712055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)

  13. Pass68,390 miles (+460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,390 miles
    Test number
    419247394342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)

  14. Pass67,930 miles (+812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,930 miles
    Test number
    984298291608
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play Steering box drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass67,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,118 miles
    Test number
    697527084264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail67,118 miles (+807)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,118 miles
    Test number
    479177284209
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass66,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    535247783257
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail66,311 miles (+1,513)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    557317383226
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass64,798 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,798 miles
    Test number
    305505372411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,248 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,248 miles
    Test number
    387343191469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,388 miles
    Test number
    901284480244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,388 miles (+1,545)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,388 miles
    Test number
    273774080242
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass59,843 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,843 miles
    Test number
    791052409344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,193 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,193 miles
    Test number
    823368088240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,729 miles (+2,286)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,729 miles
    Test number
    352134677273
    • NoteSmell of diesel around engine compartment advise investigation

  26. Pass53,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,443 miles
    Test number
    334808666240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T126 AWW

Does T126 AWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T126 AWW is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T126 AWW?
The MOT on T126 AWW is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T126 AWW done?
T126 AWW was recorded at 82,280 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 1,486 miles a year.
Has T126 AWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T126 AWW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T126 AWW 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 T126 AWW find?
T126 AWW passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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