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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T179 CSAMOT history

T179 CSA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 88,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,205 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 CSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 CSA was last recorded at 88,205 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,934 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
271 miles
Average per year
2,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,205 miles
  • 2025 – 87,934 miles
  • 2024 – 87,571 miles
  • 2023 – 87,169 miles
  • 2022 – 86,884 miles
  • 2020 – 86,548 miles
  • 2019 – 85,786 miles
  • 2018 – 84,977 miles
  • 2017 – 84,452 miles
  • 2016 – 84,077 miles
  • 2015 – 82,981 miles
  • 2014 – 82,141 miles
  • 2013 – 79,928 miles
  • 2012 – 78,295 miles
  • 2011 – 75,078 miles
  • 2010 – 71,142 miles
  • 2009 – 67,422 miles
  • 2007 – 56,952 miles
  • 2006 – 47,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,205 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Both Hinges worn (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box lower spindle seal (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,205 miles (+271)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,205 miles
    Test number
    188172623460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Both Hinges worn (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box lower spindle seal (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass87,934 miles (+363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    87,934 miles
    Test number
    645107073124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box drop arm seal (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass87,571 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,571 miles
    Test number
    985073127178
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail87,570 miles (+401)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,570 miles
    Test number
    198707810632
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outrigger corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis mounting point corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outrigger corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis mounting point corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rearpipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass87,169 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,169 miles
    Test number
    659551325142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail87,167 miles (+283)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,167 miles
    Test number
    579209267108
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam Does not switch to main beam. (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced At trailing arm mounting point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind coil spring. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind coil spring. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bolt on cross member is corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. Advise replacing. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass86,884 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,884 miles
    Test number
    929893374897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,548 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    108006797299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery box floor holed but battery unlikley to fall out. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail86,544 miles (+758)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,544 miles
    Test number
    435716792303
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis holed by trailing arm bracket. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis holed by trailing arm bracket. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery box floor holed but battery unlikley to fall out. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush on trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush on trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass85,786 miles (+809)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,786 miles
    Test number
    405603469418
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Triangle bush on rear tie bar is starting to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Triangle bush on rear tie bar is starting to perish. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass84,977 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,977 miles
    Test number
    829285245766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Fail84,967 miles (+515)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,967 miles
    Test number
    544956020953
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass84,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,452 miles
    Test number
    708260702046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,452 miles (+375)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,452 miles
    Test number
    214817309739
    • FailureFront Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering damper rubber bush worn (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s front trailing arm bushed at front axle worn (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  15. Pass84,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    160584031497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,077 miles (+1,096)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    127341091404
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play at steering box (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass82,981 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,981 miles
    Test number
    416082525009
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail82,975 miles (+834)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,975 miles
    Test number
    248209005031
    • FailureFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteRear joint on front propshaft heavily worn!
  19. Pass82,141 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,141 miles
    Test number
    838097724051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,136 miles (+2,208)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    379291824025
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass79,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    505133323038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,925 miles (+1,630)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,925 miles
    Test number
    485923523003
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  23. Pass78,295 miles (+3,217)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,295 miles
    Test number
    446425022003
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteTrack rod end on steering box arm has slight play
  24. Pass75,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    569991231094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,078 miles (+3,936)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,078 miles
    Test number
    376450131082
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
  26. Pass71,142 miles (+3,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,142 miles
    Test number
    323465820061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
  27. Pass67,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    762247939003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,421 miles (+10,469)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    654077539031
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  29. Pass56,952 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,952 miles
    Test number
    711615417218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail56,950 miles (+9,875)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    293034217250
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  31. Pass47,075 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,075 miles
    Test number
    764799806299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail47,073 miles5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,073 miles
    Test number
    223956306253
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T179 CSA

Does T179 CSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T179 CSA is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T179 CSA?
The MOT on T179 CSA is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T179 CSA done?
T179 CSA was recorded at 88,205 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 2,105 miles a year.
Has T179 CSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 CSA has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T179 CSA 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 T179 CSA find?
T179 CSA passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed both hinges worn; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front lower power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box lower spindle seal, and 2 more.

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