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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T269 RYCMOT history

T269 RYC is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 62,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2025
Mileage
62,137 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T269 RYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T269 RYC was last recorded at 62,137 miles on 12 Sept 2025, 1,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,693 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,444 miles
Average per year
2,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,137 miles
  • 2024 – 60,693 miles
  • 2023 – 59,287 miles
  • 2022 – 58,069 miles
  • 2021 – 56,622 miles
  • 2020 – 55,694 miles
  • 2019 – 54,419 miles
  • 2018 – 52,617 miles
  • 2017 – 50,486 miles
  • 2016 – 48,507 miles
  • 2015 – 46,382 miles
  • 2014 – 45,629 miles
  • 2013 – 44,506 miles
  • 2012 – 43,202 miles
  • 2011 – 41,114 miles
  • 2010 – 37,048 miles
  • 2009 – 30,921 miles
  • 2008 – 21,757 miles
  • 2007 – 18,650 miles
  • 2006 – 16,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,137 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside wiper blade slightly split on ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail62,137 miles (+1,444)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,137 miles
    Test number
    953552249264
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass60,693 miles (+1,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    60,693 miles
    Test number
    946247789204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass59,287 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    682442120832
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail59,287 miles (+1,218)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    184397097778
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet blocked (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass58,069 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,069 miles
    Test number
    950002192291
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail58,069 miles (+1,447)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,069 miles
    Test number
    897464146135
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass56,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    56,622 miles
    Test number
    202204153003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail56,621 miles (+927)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,621 miles
    Test number
    694339905619
    • MajorSteering component deformed Track rod bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass55,694 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2021
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    214429643335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,688 miles (+1,269)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    465191034184
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter body corroded

  11. Pass54,419 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2020
    Odometer
    54,419 miles
    Test number
    154239051150
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade slightly split on ends
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail54,415 miles (+1,798)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,415 miles
    Test number
    573653272877
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm - front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade slightly split on ends
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass52,617 miles (+2,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,617 miles
    Test number
    248302181812
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass50,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    543554653011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,486 miles (+1,979)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    881004563681
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass48,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,507 miles
    Test number
    638372804780
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail48,507 miles (+2,125)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,507 miles
    Test number
    743802024381
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass46,382 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,382 miles
    Test number
    987063885039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,380 miles (+751)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,380 miles
    Test number
    269198775095
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  20. Fail45,629 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    195483234182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass45,629 miles (+1,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    305263134140
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass44,506 miles (+1,304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,506 miles
    Test number
    619170773199
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass43,202 miles (+2,088)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    356751772177
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWindscreen washer switch return sping faulty
    • NoteBody wheel arch trim insecure ( p.R.S )

  24. Pass41,114 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,114 miles
    Test number
    227039751181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,048 miles (+6,127)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,048 miles
    Test number
    163919060111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,921 miles (+9,164)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,921 miles
    Test number
    920566269180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,757 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,757 miles
    Test number
    773873368149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,650 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,650 miles
    Test number
    233266357175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,118 miles
    Test number
    260623366147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T269 RYC

Does T269 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T269 RYC expired on 19 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T269 RYC?
The MOT on T269 RYC expired on 19 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T269 RYC done?
T269 RYC was recorded at 62,137 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2025, an average of 2,390 miles a year.
Has T269 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T269 RYC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T269 RYC 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 T269 RYC find?
T269 RYC failed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2025 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis; offside rear vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis, and 1 more.

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