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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T272 SDSMOT history

T272 SDS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 238,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
238,150 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T272 SDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T272 SDS was last recorded at 238,150 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 8,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,439 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,711 miles
Average per year
5,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 238,150 miles
  • 2024 – 229,439 miles
  • 2023 – 220,654 miles
  • 2022 – 213,854 miles
  • 2021 – 205,307 miles
  • 2020 – 193,671 miles
  • 2019 – 180,417 miles
  • 2018 – 174,572 miles
  • 2017 – 168,122 miles
  • 2016 – 162,131 miles
  • 2015 – 158,447 miles
  • 2014 – 155,700 miles
  • 2013 – 153,690 miles
  • 2012 – 148,951 miles
  • 2011 – 143,752 miles
  • 2010 – 138,362 miles
  • 2009 – 136,074 miles
  • 2008 – 132,851 miles
  • 2007 – 127,728 miles
  • 2006 – 121,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,150 miles
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBulk head corroded

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass238,150 miles (+8,711)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    238,150 miles
    Test number
    912100754803
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulk head corroded

  2. Pass229,439 miles (+8,785)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    229,439 miles
    Test number
    323717861079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded

  3. Pass220,654 miles (+6,800)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    220,654 miles
    Test number
    852938123692
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front turret corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop both joints (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass213,854 miles (+8,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    213,854 miles
    Test number
    905749489647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front turret corroded and holed

  5. Pass205,307 miles (+11,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    205,307 miles
    Test number
    452223611176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop front UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass193,671 miles (+13,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,671 miles
    Test number
    120764260877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass180,417 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,417 miles
    Test number
    838553466468
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail180,410 miles (+5,838)8 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,410 miles
    Test number
    874311741455
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass174,572 miles (+202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    174,572 miles
    Test number
    522210329039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft uj slight wear

  10. Fail174,370 miles (+6,248)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,370 miles
    Test number
    261373226202
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft uj slight wear

  11. Pass168,122 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    168,122 miles
    Test number
    969898122424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering box input shaft (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn front propshaft rear most joint worn
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt has slight damage to webbing
    • AdvisoryNo tow bar fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear chassis crossmember has corrosion

  12. Fail168,122 miles (+5,991)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,122 miles
    Test number
    671749373388
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering box input shaft (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn front propshaft rear most joint worn
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt has slight damage to webbing
    • AdvisoryNo tow bar fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear chassis crossmember has corrosion

  13. Pass162,131 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    162,131 miles
    Test number
    281709147696
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail162,131 miles (+3,684)9 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,131 miles
    Test number
    667787438271
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass158,447 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    158,447 miles
    Test number
    816051515185
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail158,447 miles (+2,747)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,447 miles
    Test number
    695250115192
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass155,700 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    155,700 miles
    Test number
    235411714420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail155,700 miles (+2,010)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,700 miles
    Test number
    987399904192
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass153,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    153,690 miles
    Test number
    157475403198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail153,690 miles (+4,739)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,690 miles
    Test number
    237625703474
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass148,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    148,951 miles
    Test number
    689904212124
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  22. Fail148,951 miles (+5,199)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,951 miles
    Test number
    935544812177
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  23. Pass143,752 miles (+5,390)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    143,752 miles
    Test number
    928078101114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail138,362 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,362 miles
    Test number
    151531910143
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

  25. Pass138,362 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    138,362 miles
    Test number
    161471110116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass136,074 miles (+3,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    136,074 miles
    Test number
    402965819185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass132,851 miles (+5,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    132,851 miles
    Test number
    404213918158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass127,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    127,728 miles
    Test number
    571794917152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail127,728 miles (+5,759)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,728 miles
    Test number
    102454017174
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  30. Pass121,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    121,969 miles
    Test number
    372522916148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T272 SDS

Does T272 SDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T272 SDS is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T272 SDS?
The MOT on T272 SDS is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T272 SDS done?
T272 SDS was recorded at 238,150 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 5,953 miles a year.
Has T272 SDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T272 SDS has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T272 SDS 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 SDS find?
T272 SDS passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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