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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T186 RDOMOT history

T186 RDO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 181,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
181,382 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T186 RDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T186 RDO was last recorded at 181,382 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,382 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,382 miles
  • 2025 – 180,266 miles
  • 2024 – 178,756 miles
  • 2022 – 176,089 miles
  • 2021 – 174,043 miles
  • 2020 – 171,961 miles
  • 2019 – 166,744 miles
  • 2018 – 163,243 miles
  • 2017 – 160,071 miles
  • 2016 – 157,624 miles
  • 2015 – 154,948 miles
  • 2014 – 151,108 miles
  • 2013 – 144,482 miles
  • 2012 – 140,664 miles
  • 2011 – 138,344 miles
  • 2010 – 136,785 miles
  • 2009 – 134,542 miles
  • 2008 – 132,489 miles
  • 2007 – 130,028 miles
  • 2006 – 121,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,382 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,382 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    181,382 miles
    Test number
    130167506126
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail181,382 miles (+1,116)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,382 miles
    Test number
    807913196983
    • MajorFront Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass180,266 miles (+1,510)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    180,266 miles
    Test number
    868163196567
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass178,756 miles (+2,667)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    178,756 miles
    Test number
    407425150246
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass176,089 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    176,089 miles
    Test number
    135645380371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail176,089 miles (+2,046)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,089 miles
    Test number
    299961949945
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass174,043 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    174,043 miles
    Test number
    267202714351
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  8. Fail174,043 miles (+2,082)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,043 miles
    Test number
    473154258740
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  9. Pass171,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,961 miles
    Test number
    243634677147
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail171,961 miles (+5,217)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,961 miles
    Test number
    753031503698
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass166,744 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    166,744 miles
    Test number
    997513510945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail166,744 miles (+3,501)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,744 miles
    Test number
    469574957130
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass163,243 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    163,243 miles
    Test number
    213758554288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Fail163,238 miles (+3,167)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,238 miles
    Test number
    160400880146
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass160,071 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    160,071 miles
    Test number
    923072647356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass157,624 miles (+2,676)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    157,624 miles
    Test number
    351954108419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass154,948 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    154,948 miles
    Test number
    568562085050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail154,936 miles (+3,828)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,936 miles
    Test number
    579317875053
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass151,108 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    151,108 miles
    Test number
    636680834073
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres perrished in tread and side wall

  20. Fail151,108 miles (+6,626)21 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,108 miles
    Test number
    967502524013
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)
    • FailureOffside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureRear Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureRear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass144,482 miles (+3,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    144,482 miles
    Test number
    905610233038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass140,664 miles (+2,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,664 miles
    Test number
    616388942056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass138,344 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    138,344 miles
    Test number
    176016871438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail138,343 miles (+1,558)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,343 miles
    Test number
    527444371063
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass136,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    136,785 miles
    Test number
    191069340047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail136,785 miles (+2,243)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,785 miles
    Test number
    851299140056
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass134,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    250656459091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail134,542 miles (+2,053)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    632896359036
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  29. Pass132,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    461836668077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail132,489 miles (+2,461)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    463947458028
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass130,028 miles (+8,453)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    130,028 miles
    Test number
    263528217053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass121,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    121,575 miles
    Test number
    304448936027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T186 RDO

Does T186 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T186 RDO is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T186 RDO?
The MOT on T186 RDO is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T186 RDO done?
T186 RDO was recorded at 181,382 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 2,958 miles a year.
Has T186 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T186 RDO has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T186 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 T186 RDO find?
T186 RDO passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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