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Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T196 UCFMOT history

T196 UCF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 84,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,189 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T196 UCF
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
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T196 UCF was last recorded at 84,189 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,189 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,189 miles
  • 2025 – 84,053 miles
  • 2024 – 83,853 miles
  • 2023 – 83,738 miles
  • 2022 – 83,382 miles
  • 2021 – 82,729 miles
  • 2019 – 81,533 miles
  • 2018 – 79,307 miles
  • 2017 – 79,137 miles
  • 2016 – 79,052 miles
  • 2015 – 78,800 miles
  • 2014 – 77,971 miles
  • 2013 – 76,074 miles
  • 2012 – 75,294 miles
  • 2011 – 74,263 miles
  • 2010 – 72,048 miles
  • 2008 – 55,282 miles
  • 2007 – 51,037 miles
  • 2006 – 49,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,189 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded front to rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise rear axle ball joint gaiter deteriorated.

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coil spring corroded ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,189 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,189 miles
    Test number
    703888250744
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail84,189 miles (+136)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,189 miles
    Test number
    350267219380
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass84,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    566025656162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,053 miles (+200)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    990922902369
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  5. Pass83,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,853 miles
    Test number
    214836682994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,853 miles (+115)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,853 miles
    Test number
    612956217669
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,738 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,738 miles
    Test number
    972546943975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,382 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,382 miles
    Test number
    210784881559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,369 miles (+640)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,369 miles
    Test number
    336661203668
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at abs module (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass82,729 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,729 miles
    Test number
    294598529805
    • DangerousAdvise rear axle ball joint gaiter deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail82,729 miles (+1,196)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,729 miles
    Test number
    145271222268
    • DangerousAdvise rear axle ball joint gaiter deteriorated.
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel leak from rear of cylinder head area, (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass81,533 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,533 miles
    Test number
    401081362876
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering drop arm ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail81,531 miles (+1,990)4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    818289387314
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.56 Plate limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer jet missing (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering drop arm ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter/housing damp
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass79,541 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,541 miles
    Test number
    327756022886
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported on axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail79,532 miles (+225)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    354588529739
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Nearside of rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Outer face of NSR chassis at crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear of offside chassis at rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass79,307 miles (+170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,307 miles
    Test number
    328256495596
    • AdvisoryBoth Front and Rear Brake Discs Slightly Worn but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear Coil Springs Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass79,137 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,137 miles
    Test number
    123686866769
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriated
    • AdvisoryFront springs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty

  18. Pass79,052 miles (+252)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,052 miles
    Test number
    269692241207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing O/S and N/S (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded O/S and N/S (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass78,800 miles (+829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,800 miles
    Test number
    598139595086
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass77,971 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,971 miles
    Test number
    425553494027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,074 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,074 miles
    Test number
    117804693436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,294 miles (+1,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,294 miles
    Test number
    195975992453
    • NoteBoth Rear Brake Discs Slightly Corroded but not considered excessive

  23. Pass74,263 miles (+2,215)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    849879281028
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  24. Pass72,048 miles (+16,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,048 miles
    Test number
    994750990066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,282 miles (+2,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,282 miles
    Test number
    462867298257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass52,919 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,919 miles
    Test number
    602438678194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,037 miles (+1,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,037 miles
    Test number
    490450577108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass49,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,342 miles
    Test number
    502922006169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T196 UCF

Does T196 UCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T196 UCF is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T196 UCF?
The MOT on T196 UCF is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T196 UCF done?
T196 UCF was recorded at 84,189 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 1,745 miles a year.
Has T196 UCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T196 UCF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T196 UCF 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 T196 UCF find?
T196 UCF passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: central stop lamp(s) insecure.

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