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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T359 SDEMOT history

T359 SDE is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 173,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
173,140 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 SDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 SDE was last recorded at 173,140 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 2,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,858 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,282 miles
Average per year
4,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,140 miles
  • 2025 – 170,858 miles
  • 2024 – 169,854 miles
  • 2023 – 168,067 miles
  • 2022 – 166,204 miles
  • 2021 – 164,624 miles
  • 2020 – 162,822 miles
  • 2019 – 161,491 miles
  • 2018 – 160,431 miles
  • 2017 – 159,524 miles
  • 2016 – 157,471 miles
  • 2014 – 147,256 miles
  • 2013 – 138,459 miles
  • 2012 – 131,848 miles
  • 2011 – 118,659 miles
  • 2010 – 109,909 miles
  • 2009 – 102,905 miles
  • 2008 – 95,772 miles
  • 2007 – 88,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,140 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,140 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    173,140 miles
    Test number
    720695765351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475722553710
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass170,858 miles (+1,004)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    170,858 miles
    Test number
    262500193822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass169,854 miles (+1,787)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    169,854 miles
    Test number
    162954704475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing not affecting use (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle been waxed oiled/undersealed

  5. Pass168,067 miles (+30)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    168,067 miles
    Test number
    583369640901
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail168,037 miles (+1,833)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,037 miles
    Test number
    168303374638
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to "Wheel bearing" condition (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Swivel housing hub (5.1.3 (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,204 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,204 miles
    Test number
    268413289610
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail166,201 miles (+1,577)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,201 miles
    Test number
    213421919295
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel O/S & N/S (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outrigger tubes corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass164,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    164,624 miles
    Test number
    383417002756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail164,624 miles (+1,802)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,624 miles
    Test number
    219308372252
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass162,822 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,822 miles
    Test number
    651818614833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass162,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,800 miles
    Test number
    567368608959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,800 miles (+1,309)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,800 miles
    Test number
    119608842867
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front To Rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  14. Pass161,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    161,491 miles
    Test number
    239452858631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail161,491 miles (+1,060)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,491 miles
    Test number
    140340628549
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass160,431 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    160,431 miles
    Test number
    956403111657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass159,524 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    159,524 miles
    Test number
    922442030938
    • AdvisoryO/S/F hub seal fixing ring corroded and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut turret inner surface (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail159,523 miles (+2,052)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,523 miles
    Test number
    970730011709
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryDrop arm slightly loose at fixing with steering box
    • AdvisoryO/S/F hub seal fixing ring corroded and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play @ Drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut turret inner surface (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass157,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    157,471 miles
    Test number
    826000009881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  20. Fail157,471 miles (+10,215)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,471 miles
    Test number
    364815140916
    • FailureFront Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  21. Pass147,256 miles (+8,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    147,256 miles
    Test number
    289262094015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass138,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    138,459 miles
    Test number
    468156183048
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail138,459 miles (+6,611)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,459 miles
    Test number
    907516483067
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass131,848 miles (+13,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    131,848 miles
    Test number
    459182782039
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass118,659 miles (+8,750)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,659 miles
    Test number
    136040391058
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perrished

  26. Pass109,909 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    109,909 miles
    Test number
    783463780037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass102,905 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,905 miles
    Test number
    682179689071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass95,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,772 miles
    Test number
    100656688059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Fail95,772 miles (+6,842)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,772 miles
    Test number
    754996588085
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  30. Pass88,930 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,930 miles
    Test number
    803502987042
    • NoteCondition of nearside seatbelt reciver

Questions about T359 SDE

Does T359 SDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T359 SDE is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T359 SDE?
The MOT on T359 SDE is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T359 SDE done?
T359 SDE was recorded at 173,140 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,413 miles a year.
Has T359 SDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 SDE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T359 SDE 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 T359 SDE find?
T359 SDE passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded.

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