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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T164 MCAMOT history

T164 MCA is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
109,262 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
84 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T164 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T164 MCA was last recorded at 109,262 miles on 15 May 2026, 3,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Dec 2012: 80,840 miles, lower than 115,982 miles on 17 Dec 2008.
  • 11 Jan 2018: 65,468 miles, lower than 95,459 miles on 5 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,872 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,390 miles
Average per year
84 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,262 miles
  • 2025 – 105,872 miles
  • 2024 – 101,634 miles
  • 2023 – 100,927 miles
  • 2022 – 100,199 miles
  • 2021 – 99,055 miles
  • 2020 – 98,237 miles
  • 2019 – 97,134 miles
  • 2018 – 65,468 miles
  • 2016 – 93,150 miles
  • 2015 – 90,027 miles
  • 2014 – 87,537 miles
  • 2013 – 84,220 miles
  • 2012 – 80,840 miles
  • 2008 – 115,982 miles
  • 2006 – 107,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,262 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,262 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    5544772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,872 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,872 miles
    Test number
    4176743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,634 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,634 miles
    Test number
    2893069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,534 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,534 miles
    Test number
    2875914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,398 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,398 miles
    Test number
    2813196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,927 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,927 miles
    Test number
    850662755967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,199 miles (+1,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,199 miles
    Test number
    554964304040
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,055 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,055 miles
    Test number
    985450919509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,237 miles (+1,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    554345161439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,134 miles (+31,666)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,134 miles
    Test number
    881668824672
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass65,468 miles (-29,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,468 miles
    Test number
    476138843350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Fail95,459 miles (+2,309)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,459 miles
    Test number
    827124920889
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass93,150 miles (+3,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    93,150 miles
    Test number
    405440283736
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.71mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp

  14. Pass90,027 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,027 miles
    Test number
    437752515890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,003 miles (+2,466)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,003 miles
    Test number
    986619006874
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' Obstruction caused by wiper blade not parking in correct position (8.3.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Obstruction caused by wiper blade not parking in correct position (8.3.1e)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven wear, Inner Edge ON 2.04 MM (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass87,537 miles (+3,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,537 miles
    Test number
    977126834384
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass84,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,220 miles
    Test number
    459589913478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Fail84,220 miles (+3,380)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,220 miles
    Test number
    137487113377
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass80,840 miles (-35,142)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    319586652379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,982 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    115,982 miles
    Test number
    334532058346
    • NoteHole in drivers footwell not within prescribed area

  21. Fail115,982 miles (+8,374)2 dangerous10 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,982 miles
    Test number
    814531158341
    • DangerousNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteHole in drivers footwell not within prescribed area

  22. Pass107,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    107,608 miles
    Test number
    984023266228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T164 MCA

Does T164 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T164 MCA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T164 MCA?
The MOT on T164 MCA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T164 MCA done?
T164 MCA was recorded at 109,262 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 84 miles a year.
Has T164 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T164 MCA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T164 MCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T164 MCA find?
T164 MCA passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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