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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T328 RBCMOT history

T328 RBC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
177,021 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T328 RBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T328 RBC was last recorded at 177,021 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,702 miles · 15 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
319 miles
Average per year
5,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,021 miles
  • 2024 – 176,702 miles
  • 2022 – 174,647 miles
  • 2021 – 169,482 miles
  • 2020 – 167,349 miles
  • 2019 – 166,612 miles
  • 2018 – 166,516 miles
  • 2017 – 162,844 miles
  • 2016 – 155,053 miles
  • 2015 – 155,025 miles
  • 2014 – 154,070 miles
  • 2013 – 150,923 miles
  • 2012 – 145,945 miles
  • 2011 – 132,638 miles
  • 2010 – 118,620 miles
  • 2009 – 103,677 miles
  • 2008 – 90,313 miles
  • 2007 – 77,319 miles
  • 2005 – 64,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,021 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,021 miles (+319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    177,021 miles
    Test number
    462579327085
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass176,702 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    176,702 miles
    Test number
    571628628469
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail176,702 miles (+2,055)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,702 miles
    Test number
    611900234084
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle touching trailing arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose, has security pin to stop detachment (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle touching trailing arm on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass174,647 miles (+19)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    174,647 miles
    Test number
    882489336906
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front track arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear axle top stay ball joint boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded and holed rear chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail174,628 miles (+5,146)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,628 miles
    Test number
    139169955624
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear plate partially blocked by ladder (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear axle top stay ball joint boot split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded and holed rear chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNo flash for main beam or tell tale main only works when headlights are on
  6. Pass169,482 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    169,482 miles
    Test number
    764233124244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail169,479 miles (+2,130)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,479 miles
    Test number
    708236790527
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
  8. Pass167,349 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    167,349 miles
    Test number
    891748378926
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  9. Fail167,343 miles (+731)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,343 miles
    Test number
    402404691190
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box weld cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass166,612 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,612 miles
    Test number
    622192612463
    • AdvisoryFront hub swivels have slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket insecure
  11. Fail166,612 miles (+96)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,612 miles
    Test number
    864953607798
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront hub swivels have slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket insecure
  12. Pass166,516 miles (+3,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    166,516 miles
    Test number
    817882663393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass162,844 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    162,844 miles
    Test number
    363354660747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joint have oil leaks
  14. Fail162,844 miles (+7,791)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,844 miles
    Test number
    344915233189
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joint have oil leaks
  15. Pass155,053 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,053 miles
    Test number
    692325144877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail155,041 miles (+16)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,041 miles
    Test number
    118659021173
    • FailureEmissions not tested oil light flashing on and off , diesel leaking from 3 injectors (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front leaking grease / oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front leaking grease / oil
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass155,025 miles (+955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    155,025 miles
    Test number
    247414495011
    • NoteBoth front hubs leaking grease
  18. Pass154,070 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    979713664044
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail154,070 miles (+3,147)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    167742164017
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass150,923 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    150,923 miles
    Test number
    857272333008
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail150,923 miles (+4,978)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,923 miles
    Test number
    517702433019
    • FailureNearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass145,945 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    145,945 miles
    Test number
    246644722007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail145,938 miles (+13,300)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,938 miles
    Test number
    177997512060
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass132,638 miles (+14,018)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    132,638 miles
    Test number
    188778711411
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth seat belt stalk surrounds missing
    • NoteOffside seat belt webbing frayed
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteParking brake travel long
    • NotePlay in nearside front hub
    • NotePlay in rear axle beam foward mounting bushes
    • NoteRear brake pads worn
  25. Pass118,620 miles (+14,943)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    880589210034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
  26. Pass103,677 miles (+13,364)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    103,677 miles
    Test number
    881251929067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSite dirt on underside of vehicle
  27. Fail90,313 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,313 miles
    Test number
    263821328045
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  28. Pass90,313 miles (+12,994)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    90,313 miles
    Test number
    330211628091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass77,319 miles (+13,273)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,319 miles
    Test number
    754647217058
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre sidewall
  30. Pass64,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    380534385265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail64,046 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    901360285200
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about T328 RBC

Does T328 RBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T328 RBC expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T328 RBC?
The MOT on T328 RBC expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T328 RBC done?
T328 RBC was recorded at 177,021 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 5,712 miles a year.
Has T328 RBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T328 RBC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T328 RBC 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 T328 RBC find?
T328 RBC passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has surface corrosion.

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