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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T35 BSOMOT history

T35 BSO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 141,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,985 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T35 BSO
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T35 BSO was last recorded at 141,985 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,505 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
480 miles
Average per year
3,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,985 miles
  • 2025 – 141,505 miles
  • 2024 – 140,807 miles
  • 2023 – 140,133 miles
  • 2022 – 139,004 miles
  • 2021 – 137,648 miles
  • 2020 – 136,065 miles
  • 2019 – 134,224 miles
  • 2018 – 131,839 miles
  • 2017 – 128,325 miles
  • 2016 – 127,329 miles
  • 2015 – 123,493 miles
  • 2014 – 119,961 miles
  • 2013 – 116,914 miles
  • 2012 – 113,711 miles
  • 2011 – 111,885 miles
  • 2010 – 108,846 miles
  • 2009 – 104,065 miles
  • 2008 – 83,391 miles
  • 2007 – 70,191 miles
  • 2006 – 67,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,985 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

37 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,985 miles
    Test number
    559315186245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail141,985 miles (+480)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,985 miles
    Test number
    543761393663
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass141,505 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    141,505 miles
    Test number
    409422336498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,807 miles (+674)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,807 miles
    Test number
    905587625975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,133 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,133 miles
    Test number
    422230343371
    • AdvisoryPit man arm slight play

  6. Fail140,132 miles (+1,128)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,132 miles
    Test number
    503717131794
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPit man arm slight play

  7. Pass139,004 miles (+1,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,004 miles
    Test number
    624929211976
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass137,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    774391046979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,648 miles (+1,583)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    572119127438
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass136,065 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,065 miles
    Test number
    983136084350
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  11. Fail136,051 miles (+1,827)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,051 miles
    Test number
    503829721203
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass134,224 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,224 miles
    Test number
    799427846826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,839 miles (+3,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,839 miles
    Test number
    673426040646
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass128,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    128,325 miles
    Test number
    302486686463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,325 miles (+996)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,325 miles
    Test number
    539584750499
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass127,329 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    386575585275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight gear box oil leak

  17. Fail127,329 miles (+3,836)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    247348618289
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid missing (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight gear box oil leak

  18. Pass123,493 miles (+3,532)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    123,493 miles
    Test number
    876637285169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteSlight enging oil leak

  19. Pass119,961 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    965820994112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteFuel filter rusted to excess
    • NoteNear side rear wheel bearing has slight noise

  20. Fail119,961 miles (+9)6 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,961 miles
    Test number
    928305884175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front axel hub seals damp
    • NoteFuel filter rusted to excess
    • NoteNear side rear wheel bearing has slight noise
    • NoteWipers do not park

  21. Fail119,952 miles (+3,038)8 failures10 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    217042984151
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteMost suspension rubber bushes are perishing.
    • NoteN/s and o/s swivel housings weeping oil
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePresented with below min level coolant and above max oil.
    • NoteO/s/f of engine there is a loose vacuum pipe with a bolt pushed in the end.

  22. Pass116,914 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,914 miles
    Test number
    446506383160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteN/s/f track rod end behind front axle has slight play in it.
    • NoteWiper blades split on ends.

  23. Fail116,914 miles (+3,203)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,914 miles
    Test number
    166484383128
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteN/s/f track rod end behind front axle has slight play in it.
    • NoteWiper blades split on ends.

  24. Pass113,711 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,711 miles
    Test number
    219354862468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass112,104 miles (+219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    112,104 miles
    Test number
    256531532019
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  26. Pass111,885 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,885 miles
    Test number
    287054371463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail111,866 miles (+3,020)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,866 miles
    Test number
    879562671128
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass108,846 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    108,846 miles
    Test number
    273532360469
    • NoteHand brake light on

  29. Fail108,831 miles (+4,766)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,831 miles
    Test number
    144775450140
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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 Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHandbrake lamp on

  30. Fail104,065 miles (+1,512)5 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,065 miles
    Test number
    564163019201
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake warning lamp on
    • NoteNearside headlamp chipped
    • NoteOffside steering joint dust cover missing
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear hub

  31. Pass102,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,553 miles
    Test number
    864428779067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail102,553 miles (+19,162)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,553 miles
    Test number
    341133179039
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOff side rear brake disc inner face corroding

  33. Pass83,391 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    83,391 miles
    Test number
    291871828042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail83,371 miles (+13,180)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    324741918010
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass70,191 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    144349117060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass67,283 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,283 miles
    Test number
    393935056041
    • NoteFront to rear steel brake pipes corroded

  37. Fail67,283 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,283 miles
    Test number
    411155856051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteFront to rear steel brake pipes corroded

Questions about T35 BSO

Does T35 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T35 BSO is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T35 BSO?
The MOT on T35 BSO is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T35 BSO done?
T35 BSO was recorded at 141,985 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 3,629 miles a year.
Has T35 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T35 BSO has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T35 BSO 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 T35 BSO find?
T35 BSO passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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