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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T273 SFGMOT history

T273 SFG is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
101,982 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 SFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 SFG was last recorded at 101,982 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,972 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,982 miles
  • 2025 – 100,683 miles
  • 2024 – 98,673 miles
  • 2023 – 96,726 miles
  • 2022 – 94,614 miles
  • 2021 – 91,857 miles
  • 2020 – 90,507 miles
  • 2019 – 88,720 miles
  • 2018 – 86,957 miles
  • 2017 – 84,439 miles
  • 2016 – 81,092 miles
  • 2015 – 78,949 miles
  • 2014 – 75,823 miles
  • 2013 – 73,117 miles
  • 2012 – 69,849 miles
  • 2011 – 65,866 miles
  • 2009 – 60,649 miles
  • 2008 – 53,896 miles
  • 2007 – 49,741 miles
  • 2006 – 43,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,982 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished, 15 years oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Central body support out-rigger from chassis heavily corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,982 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    101,982 miles
    Test number
    655271789334
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished, 15 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Central body support out-rigger from chassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,972 miles (+1,289)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,972 miles
    Test number
    569187435080
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 1.56 + 0.05 =1.61 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished, 15 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Central body support out-rigger from chassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven wear across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,683 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    100,683 miles
    Test number
    537354333477
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member above diff mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section of pipe just in front of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Fail100,673 miles (+2,000)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    571090707279
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member above diff mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section of pipe just in front of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass98,673 miles (+1,947)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,673 miles
    Test number
    120415411377
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nsr outrigger
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass96,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,726 miles
    Test number
    875685797851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,726 miles (+2,112)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,726 miles
    Test number
    698534327731
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working 380 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,614 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    618237025383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,608 miles (+2,751)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,608 miles
    Test number
    290340483731
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass91,857 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,857 miles
    Test number
    608670799413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,507 miles
    Test number
    995057395871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,504 miles (+1,784)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,504 miles
    Test number
    409315674887
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  13. Pass88,720 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,720 miles
    Test number
    993417541980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,957 miles (+2,518)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,957 miles
    Test number
    677279187433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,439 miles (+3,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    734297361279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,092 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,092 miles
    Test number
    618129061626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,949 miles (+3,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,949 miles
    Test number
    928861545127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass75,823 miles (+2,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,823 miles
    Test number
    289196824142
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass73,117 miles (+3,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,117 miles
    Test number
    965996503178
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Pass69,849 miles (+3,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,849 miles
    Test number
    916387102171
    • NoteSlight oil leak from power steering box

  21. Pass65,866 miles (+5,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,866 miles
    Test number
    149299061052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass60,649 miles (+6,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,649 miles
    Test number
    640549409353
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass53,896 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,896 miles
    Test number
    604693238180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,741 miles
    Test number
    692866687101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,741 miles (+5,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,741 miles
    Test number
    894956687143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass43,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    531822736113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T273 SFG

Does T273 SFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T273 SFG is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T273 SFG?
The MOT on T273 SFG is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T273 SFG done?
T273 SFG was recorded at 101,982 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,888 miles a year.
Has T273 SFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 SFG has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T273 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 T273 SFG find?
T273 SFG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: steering box leaking oil; all four tyres perished, 15 years old; nearside central body support out-rigger from chassis heavily corroded, and 2 more.

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