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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T132 RBSMOT history

T132 RBS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 48,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
48,101 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T132 RBS
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
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T132 RBS was last recorded at 48,101 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,833 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
268 miles
Average per year
1,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,101 miles
  • 2025 – 47,833 miles
  • 2024 – 47,407 miles
  • 2023 – 46,591 miles
  • 2022 – 46,022 miles
  • 2021 – 44,946 miles
  • 2020 – 44,894 miles
  • 2019 – 43,551 miles
  • 2018 – 42,825 miles
  • 2017 – 42,043 miles
  • 2016 – 40,836 miles
  • 2015 – 39,809 miles
  • 2014 – 37,099 miles
  • 2013 – 37,091 miles
  • 2012 – 34,266 miles
  • 2011 – 32,636 miles
  • 2010 – 30,754 miles
  • 2009 – 29,288 miles
  • 2008 – 25,993 miles
  • 2007 – 23,075 miles
  • 2006 – 20,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,101 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside front swivel hub weeping oil

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside front hub weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering damper lower bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,101 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    48,101 miles
    Test number
    576167037745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front swivel hub weeping oil

  2. Fail48,098 miles (+265)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,098 miles
    Test number
    290818993063
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front swivel hub weeping oil

  3. Pass47,833 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    47,833 miles
    Test number
    683578879647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub weeping
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush worn

  4. Fail47,830 miles (+423)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,830 miles
    Test number
    818096030142
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub weeping
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush worn

  5. Pass47,407 miles (+71)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    47,407 miles
    Test number
    613157689954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering dampener has a worn bush

  6. Fail47,336 miles (+745)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,336 miles
    Test number
    418342041496
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering dampener has a worn bush

  7. Pass46,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,591 miles
    Test number
    898462506651
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail46,591 miles (+569)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,591 miles
    Test number
    874684442285
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass46,022 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    46,022 miles
    Test number
    756834972177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,021 miles (+1,075)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,021 miles
    Test number
    501462736992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested not tested due to potential break pipe failure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  11. Pass44,946 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,946 miles
    Test number
    842114875343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail44,894 miles (+1,343)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,894 miles
    Test number
    959393181703
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested Both dipped beam not working. (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulkhead/floor area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside components very corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis outrigger very corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis outrigger very corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Pass43,551 miles (+726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,551 miles
    Test number
    331242502990
    • AdvisoryAll four suspension coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Rear flexible pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass42,825 miles (+782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    42,825 miles
    Test number
    865203577061
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter has slight misting

  15. Pass42,043 miles (+1,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,043 miles
    Test number
    568561410961
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis & Suspension components
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryUpper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass40,836 miles (+76)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    207836396327
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs rusty.
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play Pitman arm balljoint. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside components.

  17. Fail40,760 miles (+951)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    540836395898
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release Bench seat forward-most belt. (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working X1 bulb not working. (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs rusty.
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play Pitman arm balljoint. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside components.

  18. Pass39,809 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,809 miles
    Test number
    258436545196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail39,809 miles (+2,710)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,809 miles
    Test number
    639775935141
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass37,099 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    37,099 miles
    Test number
    676942344126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,091 miles (+2,825)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,091 miles
    Test number
    747422673042
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  22. Pass34,266 miles (+1,630)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,266 miles
    Test number
    699016872051
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorated

  23. Pass32,636 miles (+1,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,636 miles
    Test number
    188611281431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass30,754 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,754 miles
    Test number
    660218280029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  25. Fail30,745 miles (+1,457)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    231258560088
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  26. Pass29,288 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,288 miles
    Test number
    614865079082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail29,288 miles (+3,295)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,288 miles
    Test number
    714635279019
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass25,993 miles (+2,918)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,993 miles
    Test number
    952043478015
    • NoteNearside front wiper arm boss slightly worn but still clearing windscreen effectively
    • NoteOffside front wiper arm boss slightly worn but still clearing windscreen effectively

  29. Pass23,075 miles (+2,293)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,075 miles
    Test number
    121462877093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside wiper boss slighty worn but ok at time of test

  30. Pass20,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,782 miles
    Test number
    564022576049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail20,782 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,782 miles
    Test number
    890305166068
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Questions about T132 RBS

Does T132 RBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T132 RBS is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T132 RBS?
The MOT on T132 RBS is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T132 RBS done?
T132 RBS was recorded at 48,101 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 1,350 miles a year.
Has T132 RBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T132 RBS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T132 RBS 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 T132 RBS find?
T132 RBS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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