
Land Rover Defender
Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc
T194 ONVMOT history
T194 ONV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,664 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 98,664 mi
- At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 2,366 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T194 ONV
- 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
- 31 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T194 ONV was last recorded at 98,664 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 96,519 miles · 26 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,145 miles
- Average per year
- 2,366 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 98,664 miles
- 2025 – 96,519 miles
- 2024 – 93,475 miles
- 2023 – 90,820 miles
- 2022 – 87,050 miles
- 2021 – 84,381 miles
- 2020 – 81,876 miles
- 2018 – 77,598 miles
- 2017 – 73,179 miles
- 2015 – 65,528 miles
- 2014 – 62,848 miles
- 2013 – 59,518 miles
- 2012 – 59,462 miles
- 2010 – 59,440 miles
- 2009 – 57,933 miles
- 2008 – 56,115 miles
- 2007 – 52,891 miles
- 2006 – 50,159 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
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
Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front HUB OIL SEAL LEAKING
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
28 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass98,664 miles (+2,145)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 98,664 miles
- Test number
- 183746174308
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass96,519 miles (+92)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 96,519 miles
- Test number
- 294248730797
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front HUB OIL SEAL LEAKING
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front HUB OIL SEAL LEAKING
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail96,427 miles (+2,952)1 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,427 miles
- Test number
- 465158148109
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front HUB OIL SEAL LEAKING
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front HUB OIL SEAL LEAKING
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass93,475 miles (+2,655)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 93,475 miles
- Test number
- 868310268233
- AdvisoryCentral Front Slight play in steering damper
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass90,820 miles (+11)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 90,820 miles
- Test number
- 858850947200
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail90,809 miles (+3,759)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,809 miles
- Test number
- 505778692456
- MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front 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))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass87,050 miles (+76)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 87,050 miles
- Test number
- 621930424045
- AdvisoryHeavy dampness around steering box requires attention
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySigns of nearside front tyre fouling suspension component on left full lock requires attention
Fail86,974 miles (+2,593)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,974 miles
- Test number
- 426381283522
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front 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))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryHeavy dampness around steering box requires attention
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySigns of nearside front tyre fouling suspension component on left full lock requires attention
Pass84,381 miles (+2,505)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 84,381 miles
- Test number
- 791912930645
- MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil requires attention (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass81,876 miles (+81)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 81,876 miles
- Test number
- 865577357203
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,795 miles (+4,197)4 major3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,795 miles
- Test number
- 228276912234
- MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hockey stick bushes detattched (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
- MajorOffside Front 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))
- MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Axle ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryDrivers door corroded
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front light intensity on main beam is poor
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryWiper switch insecure
Pass77,598 miles (+4,419)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 77,598 miles
- Test number
- 548936062162
- AdvisoryRear Both rear brake pipes across rear axle poor condition.
Pass73,179 miles (+39)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2018
- Odometer
- 73,179 miles
- Test number
- 329082302083
- AdvisoryFRONT TO REAR BRAKE CORRODED IN CLIP
- AdvisoryNOISE FROM FRONT O/S OUTER DRIVE SHAFT JOINT
- AdvisoryREAR AXLE BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
- AdvisorySTEERING BOX LEAK
Fail73,140 miles (+7,612)7 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,140 miles
- Test number
- 643692949747
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam SPOT LAMP (1.7.5a)
- FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately supported AXLE (3.6.B.1)
- FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush BOTH (2.7.4)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFRONT TO REAR BRAKE CORRODED IN CLIP
- AdvisoryNOISE FROM FRONT O/S OUTER DRIVE SHAFT JOINT
- AdvisoryREAR AXLE BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
- AdvisorySTEERING BOX LEAK
Pass65,528 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 65,528 miles
- Test number
- 979114094853
- AdvisoryN/s/f spotlamp not working
Pass62,848 miles (+36)5 advisories8 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2015
- Odometer
- 62,848 miles
- Test number
- 448277534134
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
- NoteAge cracking and deep cuts to all tyres
- NoteExhaust corroded
- NoteHeavy dampness around pas box close to limits
- NoteOsf tractor joint leaking
- NotePas noisey
- NoteStone chips in windscreen
- NoteUnderside and inner wheel arches somewhat muddy
Fail62,812 miles (+3,294)3 failures5 advisories8 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,812 miles
- Test number
- 217135734447
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
- NoteAge cracking and deep cuts to all tyres
- NoteExhaust corroded
- NoteHeavy dampness around pas box close to limits
- NoteOsf tractor joint leaking
- NotePas noisey
- NoteStone chips in windscreen
- NoteUnderside and inner wheel arches somewhat muddy
Fail59,518 miles2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,518 miles
- Test number
- 309888103189
- Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Repaired at testRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteFront steering damper worn rubber bush
- NoteNearside rear tyre perished in tread
Pass59,518 miles (+56)5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 59,518 miles
- Test number
- 369978903158
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteFront steering damper worn rubber bush
- NoteNearside rear tyre perished in tread
Pass59,462 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 59,462 miles
- Test number
- 518743772099
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteSurface corrosion to underside components.
Pass59,440 miles (+1,507)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 59,440 miles
- Test number
- 450257130432
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteN/s front wiper blade has small split
- NoteSurface rust on exhaust
Pass57,933 miles (+1,818)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 57,933 miles
- Test number
- 941535129382
- NoteOil dampness around bottom of steering box
Pass56,115 miles (+3,224)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 56,115 miles
- Test number
- 384320428383
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass52,891 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 52,891 miles
- Test number
- 440079017369
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,887 miles (+1,200)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,887 miles
- Test number
- 971268117345
- FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
Pass51,687 miles (+1,528)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 51,687 miles
- Test number
- 743047887013
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass50,159 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 50,159 miles
- Test number
- 764952986059
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail50,151 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,151 miles
- Test number
- 160341886432
- FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
- FailureRear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Questions about T194 ONV
- Does T194 ONV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T194 ONV is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T194 ONV?
- The MOT on T194 ONV is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T194 ONV done?
- T194 ONV was recorded at 98,664 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,366 miles a year.
- Has T194 ONV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T194 ONV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on T194 ONV 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 T194 ONV find?
- T194 ONV passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive transmission; power steering pump has slight seepage, and 1 more.
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