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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T271 SFGMOT history

T271 SFG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,928 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T271 SFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T271 SFG was last recorded at 79,928 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,720 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
208 miles
Average per year
1,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,928 miles
  • 2024 – 79,720 miles
  • 2023 – 79,494 miles
  • 2022 – 79,089 miles
  • 2021 – 78,443 miles
  • 2020 – 77,714 miles
  • 2019 – 76,906 miles
  • 2018 – 75,321 miles
  • 2017 – 73,476 miles
  • 2016 – 71,393 miles
  • 2015 – 69,342 miles
  • 2014 – 66,964 miles
  • 2013 – 64,192 miles
  • 2012 – 61,184 miles
  • 2011 – 58,261 miles
  • 2010 – 54,766 miles
  • 2009 – 52,130 miles
  • 2008 – 49,526 miles
  • 2007 – 45,925 miles
  • 2006 – 41,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,928 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Above rear diff(A Frame) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,928 miles (+208)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    310068303066
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Above rear diff(A Frame) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,720 miles (+226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,720 miles
    Test number
    873543823847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,494 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,494 miles
    Test number
    943767160865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,089 miles
    Test number
    340920986740
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail79,089 miles (+646)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,089 miles
    Test number
    142003170611
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass78,443 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,443 miles
    Test number
    383302850776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,714 miles (+808)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,714 miles
    Test number
    990121842215
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass76,906 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,906 miles
    Test number
    544798016833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,321 miles (+1,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,321 miles
    Test number
    463579933773
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,476 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    701921248927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,458 miles (+2,065)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,458 miles
    Test number
    505956607243
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  12. Pass71,393 miles (+2,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    206073867669
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts condition

  13. Pass69,342 miles (+2,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,342 miles
    Test number
    431088881610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDamper bush worn

  14. Pass66,964 miles (+2,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,964 miles
    Test number
    348936414305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass64,192 miles (+3,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    879727913382
    • NoteCut at nearside front tyre tread

  16. Pass61,184 miles (+2,923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,184 miles
    Test number
    488019912437
    • NoteWear at steering box link arm balljoint

  17. Pass58,261 miles (+3,495)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,261 miles
    Test number
    509120421329
    • NoteCorrosion at front shock absorber top mount cones
    • NoteCorrosion at nearside front brake pipe

  18. Pass54,766 miles (+2,636)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    231925690201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel filter damp no obvious leak present

  19. Pass52,130 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,130 miles
    Test number
    521712329374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,526 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,526 miles
    Test number
    753984528298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,925 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,925 miles
    Test number
    431822227229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,754 miles
    Test number
    951473326266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T271 SFG

Does T271 SFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T271 SFG is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T271 SFG?
The MOT on T271 SFG is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T271 SFG done?
T271 SFG was recorded at 79,928 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 1,987 miles a year.
Has T271 SFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T271 SFG has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T271 SFG 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 T271 SFG find?
T271 SFG passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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