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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T319 RBCMOT history

T319 RBC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 177,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,180 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T319 RBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T319 RBC was last recorded at 177,180 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 49,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2025: 127,702 miles, lower than 170,152 miles on 9 Apr 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,702 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
49,478 miles
Average per year
6,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,180 miles
  • 2025 – 127,702 miles
  • 2024 – 170,152 miles
  • 2023 – 167,958 miles
  • 2022 – 165,037 miles
  • 2021 – 163,064 miles
  • 2020 – 157,263 miles
  • 2019 – 150,125 miles
  • 2018 – 146,698 miles
  • 2017 – 143,497 miles
  • 2016 – 139,636 miles
  • 2015 – 135,599 miles
  • 2014 – 129,194 miles
  • 2013 – 123,374 miles
  • 2012 – 116,694 miles
  • 2011 – 106,459 miles
  • 2009 – 95,290 miles
  • 2008 – 73,269 miles
  • 2007 – 63,738 miles
  • 2006 – 60,706 miles
  • 2005 – 51,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,180 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear prop shaft UJ worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,180 miles (+49,478)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,180 miles
    Test number
    788218685551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,702 miles (-42,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,702 miles
    Test number
    726486761548
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion

  3. Pass170,152 miles (+2,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    170,152 miles
    Test number
    258536700042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,958 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    167,958 miles
    Test number
    229574119808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail167,774 miles (+29)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,774 miles
    Test number
    657952737582
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Fail167,745 miles (+2,708)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,745 miles
    Test number
    155975542180
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass165,037 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    165,037 miles
    Test number
    594875217307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail165,033 miles (+1,969)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,033 miles
    Test number
    481334504398
    • MajorFuel hose leaking At injectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover missing At pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play At pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass163,064 miles (+5,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,064 miles
    Test number
    322514625574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass157,263 miles (+7,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    157,263 miles
    Test number
    598138497165
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft UJ worn

  11. Pass150,125 miles (+3,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    150,125 miles
    Test number
    197855997011
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass146,698 miles (+3,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    146,698 miles
    Test number
    478952967436
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass143,497 miles (+3,861)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    143,497 miles
    Test number
    948271606247
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront radius arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear shock lower bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in pitman arm BJ

  14. Pass139,636 miles (+4,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    139,636 miles
    Test number
    241437656422
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft UJ worn

  15. Pass135,599 miles (+6,405)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,599 miles
    Test number
    118175745010
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leaks

  16. Pass129,194 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    129,194 miles
    Test number
    787725204011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,374 miles (+6,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    123,374 miles
    Test number
    816136403024
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass116,694 miles (+10,235)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    116,694 miles
    Test number
    717428702002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    106,459 miles
    Test number
    928307201084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,459 miles (+11,169)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,459 miles
    Test number
    727097601038
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  21. Pass95,290 miles (+10,304)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,290 miles
    Test number
    992292259346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    84,986 miles
    Test number
    863999609049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,986 miles (+11,717)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,986 miles
    Test number
    774109009038
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass73,269 miles (+9,531)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,269 miles
    Test number
    740911118019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,738 miles (+3,032)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,738 miles
    Test number
    982372117071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,706 miles (+9,182)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,706 miles
    Test number
    704051786192
    • NoteFront seat belts showing marks
    • NoteHandbrake lever travel long/excessive
    • NoteHeadlight dip switch feels weak
    • NoteSlight play noted at O/S/F hub

  27. Pass51,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    51,524 miles
    Test number
    322847885180
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail51,524 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,524 miles
    Test number
    922175885106
    • FailureOffside Front Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront axle pinion seal area oily
    • NoteHandbrake lever travel high and handbrake back plate slightly damp

Questions about T319 RBC

Does T319 RBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T319 RBC is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T319 RBC?
The MOT on T319 RBC 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 T319 RBC done?
T319 RBC was recorded at 177,180 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,047 miles a year.
Has T319 RBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T319 RBC has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T319 RBC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Apr 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T319 RBC find?
T319 RBC passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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