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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T209 MCAMOT history

T209 MCA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,906 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T209 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T209 MCA was last recorded at 83,906 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,885 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
1,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,906 miles
  • 2025 – 82,725 miles
  • 2021 – 81,726 miles
  • 2018 – 79,924 miles
  • 2017 – 77,098 miles
  • 2016 – 74,002 miles
  • 2015 – 71,673 miles
  • 2014 – 69,222 miles
  • 2013 – 66,810 miles
  • 2012 – 64,248 miles
  • 2011 – 61,572 miles
  • 2010 – 59,028 miles
  • 2009 – 56,424 miles
  • 2008 – 53,620 miles
  • 2007 – 51,269 miles
  • 2006 – 46,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,906 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt clip cover missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,906 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,906 miles
    Test number
    608885169184
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt clip cover missing

  2. Fail83,885 miles (+1,160)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,885 miles
    Test number
    410727888021
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt At steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt clip cover missing

  3. Pass82,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    838064473166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,710 miles (+984)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,710 miles
    Test number
    706050970095
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,726 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    495881047583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,691 miles (+1,767)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,691 miles
    Test number
    755177524003
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam On Both head lamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Out Rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Gearbox End (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover Missing (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Pass79,924 miles (+2,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    759592001154
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front propshaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass77,098 miles (+3,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,098 miles
    Test number
    133833692468
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on both front outriggers

  9. Pass74,002 miles (+2,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,002 miles
    Test number
    460413609665
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded but not with in a prescribed area

  10. Pass71,673 miles (+2,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,673 miles
    Test number
    869679777608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass69,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,222 miles
    Test number
    916080934277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,222 miles (+2,412)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,222 miles
    Test number
    505077224293
    • FailureOuter Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass66,810 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,810 miles
    Test number
    118317613227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,248 miles (+2,676)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,248 miles
    Test number
    778766722202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,572 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,572 miles
    Test number
    549623721281
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail61,572 miles (+2,544)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,572 miles
    Test number
    656083421212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass59,028 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,028 miles
    Test number
    281356010211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,424 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,424 miles
    Test number
    710994629281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,620 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,620 miles
    Test number
    822451128216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,269 miles (+4,671)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,269 miles
    Test number
    951747127298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,598 miles
    Test number
    132371256093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T209 MCA

Does T209 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T209 MCA is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T209 MCA?
The MOT on T209 MCA is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T209 MCA done?
T209 MCA was recorded at 83,906 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 1,820 miles a year.
Has T209 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T209 MCA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T209 MCA 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 T209 MCA find?
T209 MCA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front seatbelt clip cover missing.

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