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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T168 RYCMOT history

T168 RYC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
137,999 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T168 RYC
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
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T168 RYC was last recorded at 137,999 miles on 13 May 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,965 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
6,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,999 miles
  • 2025 – 125,604 miles
  • 2024 – 115,044 miles
  • 2023 – 103,935 miles
  • 2022 – 92,897 miles
  • 2020 – 83,096 miles
  • 2018 – 82,666 miles
  • 2017 – 80,826 miles
  • 2016 – 75,500 miles
  • 2015 – 65,230 miles
  • 2014 – 57,827 miles
  • 2013 – 50,627 miles
  • 2012 – 43,588 miles
  • 2011 – 37,833 miles
  • 2010 – 31,598 miles
  • 2009 – 26,683 miles
  • 2008 – 20,810 miles
  • 2007 – 18,201 miles
  • 2006 – 15,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,999 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,999 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,999 miles
    Test number
    988266554454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail137,965 miles (+12,361)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,965 miles
    Test number
    968867981099
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wear in wiper linkage affecting vision (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass125,604 miles (+10,560)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    125,604 miles
    Test number
    172974015288
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass115,044 miles (+11,109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,044 miles
    Test number
    605981672486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Just Acceptable (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,935 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,935 miles
    Test number
    155526993658
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail103,934 miles (+11,037)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,934 miles
    Test number
    272686209213
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass92,897 miles (+118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,897 miles
    Test number
    723027090620
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  8. Fail92,779 miles (+9,683)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,779 miles
    Test number
    828554001818
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security middle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  9. Pass83,096 miles (+430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,096 miles
    Test number
    454135153243
    • AdvisoryMovement in O/S/F axle swivel pins
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis corroded

  10. Pass82,666 miles (+1,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,666 miles
    Test number
    743473890689
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on rear chassis, slight leak from offside front steering swivel, wiper linkages worn, clutch stiff to operate.

  11. Pass80,826 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,826 miles
    Test number
    488489783085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  12. Fail80,823 miles (+5,323)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    904685320041
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  13. Pass75,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,500 miles
    Test number
    790651430623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail75,500 miles (+10,270)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,500 miles
    Test number
    334540381784
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass65,230 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,230 miles
    Test number
    679415705206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail65,204 miles (+7,377)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,204 miles
    Test number
    848418295153
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass57,827 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,827 miles
    Test number
    209855384448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,627 miles (+7,039)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,627 miles
    Test number
    908512193118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,588 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,588 miles
    Test number
    209639692457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,833 miles (+6,235)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,833 miles
    Test number
    958805591136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake travel long
    • NoteNearside and offside rear brake pads worn low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass cracked
    • NotePower steering box lower seal damp

  21. Fail31,598 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,598 miles
    Test number
    362448680173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteHandbrake travel long
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread slightly perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread has slight perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread slightly perished
    • NotePower steering box slightly damp

  22. Pass31,598 miles (+4,915)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,598 miles
    Test number
    992208380119
    • NoteHandbrake travel long
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread slightly perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread has slight perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread slightly perished
    • NotePower steering box slightly damp

  23. Pass26,683 miles (+5,873)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    26,683 miles
    Test number
    580791199122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,810 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,810 miles
    Test number
    404330008217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,796 miles (+2,595)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,796 miles
    Test number
    170899898108
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass18,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,201 miles
    Test number
    693042397111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail18,201 miles (+2,903)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,201 miles
    Test number
    851131697186
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront axle tie bar offside bush showing slight play

  28. Pass15,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,298 miles
    Test number
    144201796165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T168 RYC

Does T168 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T168 RYC is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T168 RYC?
The MOT on T168 RYC is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T168 RYC done?
T168 RYC was recorded at 137,999 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 6,184 miles a year.
Has T168 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T168 RYC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T168 RYC 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 T168 RYC find?
T168 RYC passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member.

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