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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T199 TREMOT history

T199 TRE is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 73,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
73,559 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T199 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T199 TRE was last recorded at 73,559 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,677 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
882 miles
Average per year
1,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,559 miles
  • 2024 – 71,632 miles
  • 2023 – 70,437 miles
  • 2021 – 69,599 miles
  • 2019 – 67,726 miles
  • 2017 – 65,872 miles
  • 2016 – 65,848 miles
  • 2015 – 63,994 miles
  • 2014 – 59,691 miles
  • 2013 – 57,292 miles
  • 2012 – 54,977 miles
  • 2011 – 51,308 miles
  • 2010 – 49,869 miles
  • 2009 – 48,414 miles
  • 2008 – 45,516 miles
  • 2007 – 43,604 miles
  • 2006 – 39,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,559 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,559 miles (+882)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,559 miles
    Test number
    117021343703
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,677 miles (+1,045)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    72,677 miles
    Test number
    390517144521
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass71,632 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,632 miles
    Test number
    568229468969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,437 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,437 miles
    Test number
    740328345354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,599 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,599 miles
    Test number
    403710897706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,894 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,894 miles
    Test number
    938926878185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,726 miles (+1,839)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,726 miles
    Test number
    839940163548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,887 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    65,887 miles
    Test number
    485170450387
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear chassis members

  9. Pass65,872 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,872 miles
    Test number
    795876246806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  10. Fail65,872 miles (+24)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,872 miles
    Test number
    922561620227
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  11. Pass65,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    902287986670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,848 miles (+1,854)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    948874294061
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Fail63,994 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,994 miles
    Test number
    225313375106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass63,994 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,994 miles
    Test number
    767793275168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass59,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,691 miles
    Test number
    155368184193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,691 miles (+2,399)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,691 miles
    Test number
    347183484181
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass57,292 miles (+142)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    405945083152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle underside dirty

  18. Fail57,150 miles (+2,173)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,150 miles
    Test number
    206062883401
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle underside dirty

  19. Pass54,977 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    335158552146
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail54,977 miles (+3,669)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    185698552157
    • FailureCentre Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass51,308 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,308 miles
    Test number
    596594771157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteWiper linkage has play
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing slight niose

  22. Fail51,308 miles (+1,439)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,308 miles
    Test number
    957053971189
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteWiper linkage has play

  23. Pass49,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    664623370146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,869 miles (+1,455)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    343333770119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  25. Pass48,414 miles (+2,898)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,414 miles
    Test number
    100852589192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,516 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,516 miles
    Test number
    310931078116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,604 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,604 miles
    Test number
    274456667490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    293892306116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T199 TRE

Does T199 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T199 TRE is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T199 TRE?
The MOT on T199 TRE is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T199 TRE done?
T199 TRE was recorded at 73,559 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 1,720 miles a year.
Has T199 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T199 TRE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on T199 TRE 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 T199 TRE find?
T199 TRE passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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