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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T196 XYAMOT history

T196 XYA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
136,885 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T196 XYA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T196 XYA was last recorded at 136,885 miles on 16 Jul 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,879 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,885 miles
  • 2024 – 136,879 miles
  • 2023 – 136,879 miles
  • 2022 – 136,873 miles
  • 2020 – 136,863 miles
  • 2019 – 134,702 miles
  • 2018 – 124,965 miles
  • 2016 – 122,679 miles
  • 2015 – 115,499 miles
  • 2014 – 110,747 miles
  • 2013 – 106,571 miles
  • 2012 – 98,586 miles
  • 2011 – 90,066 miles
  • 2010 – 80,658 miles
  • 2009 – 69,212 miles
  • 2008 – 62,629 miles
  • 2007 – 57,609 miles
  • 2006 – 52,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,885 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,885 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,885 miles
    Test number
    357619774474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,879 miles
    Test number
    992704875522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,879 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,879 miles
    Test number
    995674035961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,873 miles
    Test number
    245156504523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,873 miles (+10)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,873 miles
    Test number
    886349585899
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Fail136,863 miles (+2,161)2 dangerous14 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,863 miles
    Test number
    591166889625
    • DangerousFront Power steering component modified and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment steering UJ not fitted correctly (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near / behind suspension spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering arm boot /cover split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass134,702 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,702 miles
    Test number
    353655062458
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail134,702 miles (+9,737)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,702 miles
    Test number
    353862760381
    • DangerousSteering rack likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass124,965 miles (+2,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    124,965 miles
    Test number
    414882993758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass122,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,679 miles
    Test number
    120039435696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,679 miles (+7,180)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,679 miles
    Test number
    100446292039
    • Repaired at testFront Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  12. Pass115,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    766017975138
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail115,499 miles (+4,752)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    669185675113
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass110,747 miles (+4,176)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    618726674166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  15. Pass106,571 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,571 miles
    Test number
    677359163126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brakes are worn !
    • NoteRadiator has a small leak

  16. Fail106,571 miles (+7,985)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,571 miles
    Test number
    905878063101
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brakes are worn !
    • NoteOil level is low
    • NoteRadiator has a small leak

  17. Pass98,586 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,586 miles
    Test number
    319485462150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside shock absorber housing corroded

  18. Fail98,585 miles (+8,519)3 dangerous9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    337773962197
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousOffside front shock absorber housing corroded
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake servo excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside shock absorber housing corroded

  19. Pass90,066 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    295756861470
    • NoteRear of vehicle chassis rusty

  20. Fail90,066 miles (+9,408)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    865916761148
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteRear of vehicle chassis rusty

  21. Pass80,658 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,658 miles
    Test number
    554459160195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteLower drivers door hinge worn

  22. Fail80,654 miles (+11,442)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,654 miles
    Test number
    234099860447
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteLower drivers door hinge worn

  23. Pass69,212 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,212 miles
    Test number
    880667429123
    • NoteVery slight leak to power steering box

  24. Fail69,212 miles (+6,583)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,212 miles
    Test number
    590052029101
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteVery slight leak to power steering box

  25. Pass62,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,629 miles
    Test number
    202916938134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,624 miles (+5,015)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,624 miles
    Test number
    202076938113
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass57,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,609 miles
    Test number
    110317337105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,609 miles (+5,178)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,609 miles
    Test number
    311517937164
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  29. Pass52,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,431 miles
    Test number
    664059536118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T196 XYA

Does T196 XYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T196 XYA expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T196 XYA?
The MOT on T196 XYA expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T196 XYA done?
T196 XYA was recorded at 136,885 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2025, an average of 4,408 miles a year.
Has T196 XYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T196 XYA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T196 XYA 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 XYA find?
T196 XYA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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