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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T167 LDBMOT history

T167 LDB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 102,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,731 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T167 LDB
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T167 LDB was last recorded at 102,731 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2020: 84,434 miles, lower than 148,118 miles on 14 Aug 2008.

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
102,438 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,731 miles
  • 2025 – 102,438 miles
  • 2024 – 101,753 miles
  • 2023 – 100,405 miles
  • 2022 – 94,715 miles
  • 2021 – 86,179 miles
  • 2020 – 84,434 miles
  • 2008 – 148,118 miles
  • 2007 – 129,395 miles
  • 2006 – 122,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,731 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAll underbody undersealed

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Fluid leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,731 miles (+293)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,731 miles
    Test number
    257536623564
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody undersealed
  2. Pass102,438 miles (+685)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    102,438 miles
    Test number
    956205948657
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator dis coloured
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed
  3. Pass101,753 miles (+45)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    101,753 miles
    Test number
    788725879412
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play on diff (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed
  4. Fail101,708 miles (+1,303)7 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,708 miles
    Test number
    968452019042
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering box drop arm has alot of play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play on diff (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed
  5. Pass100,405 miles (+5,690)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    931838719496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,715 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,715 miles
    Test number
    943466836487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,708 miles (+8,529)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,708 miles
    Test number
    617491768421
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  8. Pass86,179 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    712278749632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,434 miles (-63,684)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,434 miles
    Test number
    625361615544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass148,118 miles (+18,723)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    148,118 miles
    Test number
    324017128280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass129,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    129,395 miles
    Test number
    243111727264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,395 miles (+7,244)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,395 miles
    Test number
    382484617283
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  13. Pass122,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    122,151 miles
    Test number
    664979476112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T167 LDB

Does T167 LDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T167 LDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T167 LDB?
The MOT on T167 LDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T167 LDB done?
T167 LDB was recorded at 102,731 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026.
Has T167 LDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T167 LDB has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T167 LDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 May 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T167 LDB find?
T167 LDB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coil spring corroded all 4; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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