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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T272 CSBMOT history

T272 CSB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
121,018 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T272 CSB
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T272 CSB was last recorded at 121,018 miles on 29 May 2026, 2,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,715 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,303 miles
Average per year
2,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,018 miles
  • 2025 – 118,715 miles
  • 2024 – 117,258 miles
  • 2023 – 116,229 miles
  • 2022 – 113,725 miles
  • 2021 – 113,359 miles
  • 2020 – 112,123 miles
  • 2019 – 111,191 miles
  • 2018 – 110,755 miles
  • 2017 – 109,395 miles
  • 2016 – 108,169 miles
  • 2015 – 107,096 miles
  • 2014 – 106,241 miles
  • 2013 – 105,186 miles
  • 2012 – 104,008 miles
  • 2011 – 100,894 miles
  • 2010 – 97,082 miles
  • 2009 – 95,310 miles
  • 2008 – 93,488 miles
  • 2007 – 91,594 miles
  • 2006 – 77,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,018 miles
  • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box area (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside front swivel joint has seepage of oil

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • All steering joint gaiters perished cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion to front to rear metal brake pipe union rea axle end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,018 miles (+2,303)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,018 miles
    Test number
    194972510611
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front swivel joint has seepage of oil

  2. Pass118,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    612229503846
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail118,715 miles (+1,457)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,715 miles
    Test number
    844196374691
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass117,258 miles (+1,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    117,258 miles
    Test number
    402714290535
    • AdvisoryAll suspension ball joint dust covers perished

  5. Pass116,229 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,229 miles
    Test number
    802864440851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,725 miles (+366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,725 miles
    Test number
    242304549537
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside centre body mount coroded
    • AdvisorySurface corosion on chassis and susp components

  7. Pass113,359 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,359 miles
    Test number
    611852343630
    • AdvisoryAll steering joint gaiters perished cracking
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front to rear metal brake pipe union rea axle end

  8. Fail113,359 miles (+1,236)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,359 miles
    Test number
    198032028263
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger [ both sides ] (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering joint gaiters perished cracking
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front to rear metal brake pipe union rea axle end

  9. Pass112,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,123 miles
    Test number
    619758415792
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside lower body side step missing

  10. Fail112,123 miles (+932)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,123 miles
    Test number
    659154247834
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view wing mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside lower body side step missing

  11. Pass111,191 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,191 miles
    Test number
    253806266404
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail111,188 miles (+433)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,188 miles
    Test number
    377855791608
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber bush perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass110,755 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,755 miles
    Test number
    187822578990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,742 miles (+1,347)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,742 miles
    Test number
    191500044589
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened anti roll bar mount (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened anti roll bar mount (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear of vehicle suspension components and other mounting points.

  15. Pass109,395 miles (+1,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    109,395 miles
    Test number
    105628122447
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber bushes worn
    • AdvisoryVehicle very muddy underneath

  16. Pass108,169 miles (+1,073)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,169 miles
    Test number
    789076170959
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen but not in view of the road.
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Under-shield(s) fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass107,096 miles (+855)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,096 miles
    Test number
    669532655146
    • NoteCorrosion to rear chassis both sides

  18. Pass106,241 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,241 miles
    Test number
    835365034191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail106,236 miles (+1,050)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,236 miles
    Test number
    987864734172
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn perished cracking in tread

  20. Pass105,186 miles (+1,178)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,186 miles
    Test number
    247947933466
    • NoteAll tyres perished cracking
    • NoteCorrosion to offside and nearside front metal brake pipes
    • NotePlay at steering to road wheels
    • NoteRear lower shock absorbers bushes weak

  21. Pass104,008 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,008 miles
    Test number
    146916542145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,004 miles (+3,110)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,004 miles
    Test number
    465612842150
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

  23. Pass100,894 miles (+3,812)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,894 miles
    Test number
    107467461114
    • NoteCorrosion started to rear crossmember
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside front metal brake pipe

  24. Pass97,082 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,082 miles
    Test number
    902819560158
    • NoteCorrosion to complete rear crosssmember
    • NoteCorrosion to rear anti roll bar bracket/ platform fixing point
    • NoteOffside step montig corroded

  25. Fail97,080 miles (+1,770)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,080 miles
    Test number
    190898460140
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to complete rear crosssmember
    • NoteCorrosion to rear anti roll bar bracket/ platform fixing point
    • NoteOffside step montig corroded

  26. Pass95,310 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    95,310 miles
    Test number
    973070389170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,488 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,488 miles
    Test number
    752972888136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail91,594 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,594 miles
    Test number
    240760287419
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass91,594 miles (+13,987)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,594 miles
    Test number
    780600187197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass77,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    77,607 miles
    Test number
    202851266488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T272 CSB

Does T272 CSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T272 CSB is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T272 CSB?
The MOT on T272 CSB is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T272 CSB done?
T272 CSB was recorded at 121,018 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 2,174 miles a year.
Has T272 CSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T272 CSB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T272 CSB 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 T272 CSB find?
T272 CSB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box area, and 2 more.

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