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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T149 RDOMOT history

T149 RDO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
139,926 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T149 RDO
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
13 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T149 RDO was last recorded at 139,926 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 2,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,784 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,142 miles
Average per year
4,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,926 miles
  • 2024 – 137,784 miles
  • 2019 – 137,734 miles
  • 2018 – 133,011 miles
  • 2017 – 129,699 miles
  • 2016 – 125,612 miles
  • 2015 – 120,663 miles
  • 2014 – 119,947 miles
  • 2013 – 113,937 miles
  • 2012 – 106,203 miles
  • 2011 – 99,083 miles
  • 2010 – 92,939 miles
  • 2009 – 87,389 miles
  • 2008 – 80,351 miles
  • 2007 – 70,162 miles
  • 2006 – 61,927 miles
  • 2005 – 51,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,926 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,926 miles (+2,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    139,926 miles
    Test number
    375897386688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,784 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,784 miles
    Test number
    236437243242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail137,734 miles (+4,723)13 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,734 miles
    Test number
    164676090371
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn front radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering drop arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (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 Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner hub seal is leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner hub seal is leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  4. Pass133,011 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,011 miles
    Test number
    497135870693
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail132,998 miles (+3,299)3 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,998 miles
    Test number
    690562682747
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,699 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    129,699 miles
    Test number
    692377080626
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four springs (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Fail129,696 miles (+4,084)6 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,696 miles
    Test number
    628119203187
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four springs (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass125,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,612 miles
    Test number
    713302117627
    • AdvisoryFront tyres outer wall perished

  9. Fail125,606 miles (+4,943)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,606 miles
    Test number
    407119282778
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm joint (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres outer wall perished

  10. Pass120,663 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,663 miles
    Test number
    974211438270
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)

  11. Fail120,654 miles (+707)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,654 miles
    Test number
    588198412226
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)

  12. Pass119,947 miles (+6,010)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,947 miles
    Test number
    766051234310
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)

  13. Pass113,937 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    379011213351
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  14. Fail113,937 miles (+7,734)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    449601413459
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  15. Pass106,203 miles (+7,120)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,203 miles
    Test number
    346997222338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass99,083 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,083 miles
    Test number
    159895321366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail99,083 miles (+6,144)3 repaired9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,083 miles
    Test number
    988845121390
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass92,939 miles (+5,550)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    92,939 miles
    Test number
    434447700308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass87,389 miles (+7,038)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    87,389 miles
    Test number
    444827929438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (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)
    • NoteCoolant pipe chafing on O/s engine mount
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusty

  20. Pass80,351 miles (+10,189)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,351 miles
    Test number
    361633438342
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint gaiter split

  21. Pass70,162 miles (+8,235)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,162 miles
    Test number
    683761487213
    • NoteChips and cracks in windsreen
    • NoteCorrosion to chassis
    • NoteHandbrake travel requires adjusting
    • NotePlay in rear shockabsorbers top bushes

  22. Pass61,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    61,927 miles
    Test number
    663740976211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,927 miles (+10,333)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,927 miles
    Test number
    562688766235
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • NoteFront pads low †front tyres rubbing on inner wing on locks †washer action weak

  24. Pass51,594 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    51,594 miles
    Test number
    962722275288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail51,594 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,594 miles
    Test number
    984892175232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T149 RDO

Does T149 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T149 RDO is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T149 RDO?
The MOT on T149 RDO is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T149 RDO done?
T149 RDO was recorded at 139,926 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 4,391 miles a year.
Has T149 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T149 RDO has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T149 RDO 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 T149 RDO find?
T149 RDO passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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