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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T291 DCCMOT history

T291 DCC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,896 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T291 DCC
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
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T291 DCC was last recorded at 115,896 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,895 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,896 miles
  • 2025 – 115,445 miles
  • 2024 – 114,985 miles
  • 2023 – 114,637 miles
  • 2022 – 109,686 miles
  • 2021 – 103,876 miles
  • 2020 – 98,546 miles
  • 2019 – 93,696 miles
  • 2018 – 88,099 miles
  • 2017 – 82,067 miles
  • 2016 – 77,050 miles
  • 2015 – 70,697 miles
  • 2014 – 66,350 miles
  • 2013 – 62,977 miles
  • 2012 – 59,475 miles
  • 2011 – 55,874 miles
  • 2010 – 52,958 miles
  • 2009 – 48,162 miles
  • 2008 – 42,626 miles
  • 2007 – 38,133 miles
  • 2006 – 33,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,896 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm/drag link ball joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,896 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,896 miles
    Test number
    379721885938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,895 miles (+450)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,895 miles
    Test number
    752106045275
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,445 miles (+460)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,445 miles
    Test number
    706807493246
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass114,985 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,985 miles
    Test number
    564911305729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,984 miles (+347)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,984 miles
    Test number
    342766634612
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass114,637 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,637 miles
    Test number
    234993202259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,686 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    952888795702
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm/drag link ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Fail109,686 miles (+5,810)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    366682789122
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded on both sides along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm/drag link ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass103,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,876 miles
    Test number
    595828345533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,876 miles (+5,330)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,876 miles
    Test number
    858075730780
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass98,546 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,546 miles
    Test number
    138826415507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,696 miles (+5,597)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,696 miles
    Test number
    786686918274
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Connection between chassis rail and center cross member showing signs of corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass88,099 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,099 miles
    Test number
    965887094118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,067 miles (+5,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,067 miles
    Test number
    532300525528
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s bush on steering damper

  15. Pass77,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    605789878451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,050 miles (+6,353)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    597158547395
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass70,697 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    759442838604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,350 miles (+3,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,350 miles
    Test number
    148232534217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass62,977 miles (+3,502)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    947993433238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass59,475 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    328036232487
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail59,448 miles (+3,574)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,448 miles
    Test number
    335450732260
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass55,874 miles (+2,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,874 miles
    Test number
    707268521202
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass52,958 miles (+4,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,958 miles
    Test number
    903590130224
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass48,162 miles (+5,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,162 miles
    Test number
    711446029208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass42,626 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,626 miles
    Test number
    372806428435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,133 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,133 miles
    Test number
    683168427223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,345 miles
    Test number
    700609926283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T291 DCC

Does T291 DCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T291 DCC is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T291 DCC?
The MOT on T291 DCC is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T291 DCC done?
T291 DCC was recorded at 115,896 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has T291 DCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T291 DCC has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T291 DCC 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 T291 DCC find?
T291 DCC passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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