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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T286 MOAMOT history

T286 MOA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 179,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
179,027 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T286 MOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T286 MOA was last recorded at 179,027 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 6,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,331 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,696 miles
Average per year
6,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,027 miles
  • 2025 – 172,331 miles
  • 2024 – 165,962 miles
  • 2023 – 160,438 miles
  • 2022 – 154,358 miles
  • 2021 – 148,039 miles
  • 2020 – 140,416 miles
  • 2019 – 132,436 miles
  • 2018 – 124,969 miles
  • 2017 – 118,295 miles
  • 2016 – 111,419 miles
  • 2015 – 103,294 miles
  • 2014 – 96,114 miles
  • 2011 – 88,659 miles
  • 2010 – 82,061 miles
  • 2009 – 76,316 miles
  • 2008 – 71,000 miles
  • 2007 – 63,939 miles
  • 2006 – 57,923 miles
  • 2005 – 50,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,027 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,027 miles (+6,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    179,027 miles
    Test number
    876312026241
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass172,331 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    172,331 miles
    Test number
    828876001121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail172,306 miles (+6,344)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,306 miles
    Test number
    404370500320
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.68 PLATE 3.20 AVERAGE (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass165,962 miles (+5,524)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    165,962 miles
    Test number
    907648756310
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear UJ. (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,438 miles (+6,080)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,438 miles
    Test number
    765412641790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,358 miles (+6,319)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,358 miles
    Test number
    415382209220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass148,039 miles (+7,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    148,039 miles
    Test number
    396374136145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,416 miles (+7,980)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    140,416 miles
    Test number
    654270447052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,436 miles (+7,467)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,436 miles
    Test number
    969392940258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,969 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    124,969 miles
    Test number
    617856531228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,295 miles (+6,876)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    118,295 miles
    Test number
    842919481280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,419 miles (+8,125)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    111,419 miles
    Test number
    845907135985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,294 miles (+7,180)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,294 miles
    Test number
    765503035004
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear brake hub seal sweating,not on brakes when inspected
    • NoteWhen turning steering wheel steering feels dry,possible column bushes,wound need stripping down to pin-point

  14. Pass96,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,114 miles
    Test number
    276784524087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail96,114 miles (+7,455)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,114 miles
    Test number
    997074224019
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass88,659 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    236521641352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,630 miles (+6,569)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,630 miles
    Test number
    396706731383
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass82,061 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    82,061 miles
    Test number
    250884020342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail82,033 miles (+5,717)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    253234110371
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass76,316 miles (+5,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,316 miles
    Test number
    853520019337
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass71,000 miles (+7,061)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    71,000 miles
    Test number
    690389208348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,939 miles (+6,016)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,939 miles
    Test number
    282302587261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,923 miles (+7,468)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,923 miles
    Test number
    721342386277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    50,455 miles
    Test number
    613844685221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T286 MOA

Does T286 MOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T286 MOA is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T286 MOA?
The MOT on T286 MOA is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T286 MOA done?
T286 MOA was recorded at 179,027 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 6,267 miles a year.
Has T286 MOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T286 MOA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T286 MOA 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 T286 MOA find?
T286 MOA passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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