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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T260 BCUMOT history

T260 BCU is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 36,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
36,690 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T260 BCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T260 BCU was last recorded at 36,690 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Sept 2016: 33,153 miles, lower than 228,189 miles on 3 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
36,221 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
469 miles
Average per year
1,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,690 miles
  • 2024 – 36,221 miles
  • 2023 – 35,682 miles
  • 2022 – 34,898 miles
  • 2021 – 34,574 miles
  • 2020 – 33,496 miles
  • 2019 – 33,191 miles
  • 2016 – 33,153 miles
  • 2014 – 228,189 miles
  • 2013 – 20,353 miles
  • 2012 – 17,617 miles
  • 2011 – 17,320 miles
  • 2010 – 16,730 miles
  • 2008 – 13,958 miles
  • 2007 – 12,146 miles
  • 2006 – 11,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,690 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.

  • Front and rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • O/s centre chassis leg corroded and holed, not within prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play Rear A frame to axle ball joint has slight play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from exhaust box.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,690 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    36,690 miles
    Test number
    417114652490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass36,221 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    36,221 miles
    Test number
    732645179961
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chassis corroded

  3. Fail36,183 miles (+501)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,183 miles
    Test number
    807068999400
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chassis corroded

  4. Pass35,682 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    35,682 miles
    Test number
    481813754531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,898 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    34,898 miles
    Test number
    504284836666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass34,574 miles (+1,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,574 miles
    Test number
    438822588453
    • AdvisoryChassis Heavily waxoyled

  7. Pass33,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,496 miles
    Test number
    851951697616
    • AdvisoryO/s centre chassis leg corroded and holed, not within prescribed area

  8. Fail33,496 miles (+305)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,496 miles
    Test number
    735526844213
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s front chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s centre chassis leg corroded and holed, not within prescribed area

  9. Pass33,191 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    33,191 miles
    Test number
    421018280493
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play Rear A frame to axle ball joint has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from exhaust box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust through out.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail33,176 miles (+23)2 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,176 miles
    Test number
    526482834512
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leg plate insecure.
    • DangerousOffside Front Leg plate insecure.
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn to axle. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn to axle. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis corroded and holed next to o/s axle arm. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Many rust holes through out o/s chassis due to bad rust. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play Rear A frame to axle ball joint has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from exhaust box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust through out.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoof lining hanging down badly.

  11. Pass33,153 miles (-195,036)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    33,153 miles
    Test number
    451978040390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass228,189 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    228,189 miles
    Test number
    345006074410
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteGrease leakage from nearside rear grease cap
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall is cut

  13. Fail228,189 miles (+207,836)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,189 miles
    Test number
    459276974221
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteGrease leakage from nearside rear grease cap
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall is cut

  14. Pass20,353 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    20,353 miles
    Test number
    115061483203
    • NoteChassis has corroison patches but not within perscribed areas
    • NoteNearside front tyre has perished sidewalls
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has perished sidewalls

  15. Fail20,353 miles (+2,736)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,353 miles
    Test number
    459743373218
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChassis has corroison patches but not within perscribed areas
    • NoteNearside front tyre has perished sidewalls
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has perished sidewalls

  16. Pass17,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,617 miles
    Test number
    459360872233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail17,617 miles (+297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,617 miles
    Test number
    129180372272
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass17,320 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    629628441392
    • NoteCOIL SPRINGS HEAVILY CORRODED
    • NoteHYDRAULIC OIL LEAK AT REAR FROM CHERRY PICKER

  19. Fail17,317 miles (+587)7 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,317 miles
    Test number
    897746641329
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBRAKE DISCS GETTING PITTED
    • NoteCOIL SPRINGS HEAVILY CORRODED
    • NoteEXHAUST TAILPIPE CORRODED AND STARTING TO BLOW AROUND HANGER
    • NoteHYDRAULIC OIL LEAK AT REAR FROM CHERRY PICKER

  20. Pass16,730 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    16,730 miles
    Test number
    553997050335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,377 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    15,377 miles
    Test number
    942095400010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,958 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    13,958 miles
    Test number
    340492358376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,146 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    12,146 miles
    Test number
    994794057394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,074 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,074 miles
    Test number
    584687546342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    9,232 miles
    Test number
    102620916481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T260 BCU

Does T260 BCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T260 BCU is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T260 BCU?
The MOT on T260 BCU is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T260 BCU done?
T260 BCU was recorded at 36,690 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 1,379 miles a year.
Has T260 BCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T260 BCU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T260 BCU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T260 BCU find?
T260 BCU passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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