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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T38 BNLMOT history

T38 BNL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
173,420 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 BNL
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
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 BNL was last recorded at 173,420 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 2,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,731 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,689 miles
Average per year
3,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,420 miles
  • 2025 – 170,731 miles
  • 2020 – 170,305 miles
  • 2019 – 169,882 miles
  • 2018 – 168,787 miles
  • 2017 – 168,743 miles
  • 2016 – 156,449 miles
  • 2015 – 141,086 miles
  • 2013 – 135,974 miles
  • 2012 – 130,879 miles
  • 2010 – 128,259 miles
  • 2008 – 127,962 miles
  • 2007 – 124,276 miles
  • 2006 – 113,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,420 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel tank corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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 (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,420 miles (+2,689)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    173,420 miles
    Test number
    738879759122
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded
  2. Pass170,731 miles (+426)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    170,731 miles
    Test number
    682725746931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront axle corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  3. Pass170,305 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    170,305 miles
    Test number
    375560963710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass169,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    169,882 miles
    Test number
    680843101850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,882 miles (+1,095)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,882 miles
    Test number
    644199098068
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod pinch bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering locking device ineffective track rod pinch bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))
  6. Pass168,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    168,787 miles
    Test number
    454250924317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,787 miles (+44)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,787 miles
    Test number
    704467651529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
  8. Fail168,743 miles (+12,294)15 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,743 miles
    Test number
    507718555386
    • FailureBrake performance not tested due to brake pipes and brake pedal travel (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion all of chassie (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAir box loose
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking on edges
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded
  9. Pass156,449 miles21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    156,449 miles
    Test number
    980783834116
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAir box loose
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front swirl joints damp
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront diff seal leaking
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s chassie corroeded
    • AdvisoryN/s under battery corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroeded
  10. Fail156,449 miles (+15,363)11 failures21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,449 miles
    Test number
    595661987187
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member holed (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along chassie to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAir box loose
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front swirl joints damp
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront diff seal leaking
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s chassie corroeded
    • AdvisoryN/s under battery corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroeded
  11. Pass141,086 miles12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    141,086 miles
    Test number
    859868925048
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak front diff
  12. Fail141,086 miles (+5,112)1 failure12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,086 miles
    Test number
    555768025069
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak front diff
  13. Pass135,974 miles6 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    135,974 miles
    Test number
    366609483263
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front swiel joints damp
    • NoteExhaust corroeded
    • NoteFront cross member corroeded
    • NoteFront diff damp
    • NoteN/s and o/s front to rear chassie corroeded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteSlight oil leak around top of engine
  14. Fail135,974 miles (+5,095)7 failures6 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,974 miles
    Test number
    756247583212
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front swiel joints damp
    • NoteExhaust corroeded
    • NoteFront cross member corroeded
    • NoteFront diff damp
    • NoteN/s and o/s front to rear chassie corroeded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteSlight oil leak around top of engine
  15. Pass130,879 miles9 advisories11 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    130,879 miles
    Test number
    566635362268
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll four coil springs corroeded
    • NoteBoth front outrigers corroeded
    • NoteExhaust corroeded
    • NoteFront diff damp
    • NoteFuel neck corroeded
    • NoteN,s and o,s front chassie corroeded
    • NoteN,s and o.s rear chassie corroeded
    • NoteN,s,f swivel joint damp
    • NoteN,s,f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteRear back door corroeded
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  16. Fail130,879 miles (+2,620)12 failures9 advisories11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,879 miles
    Test number
    155938252257
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll four coil springs corroeded
    • NoteBoth front outrigers corroeded
    • NoteExhaust corroeded
    • NoteFront diff damp
    • NoteFuel neck corroeded
    • NoteN,s and o,s front chassie corroeded
    • NoteN,s and o.s rear chassie corroeded
    • NoteN,s,f swivel joint damp
    • NoteN,s,f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteRear back door corroeded
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  17. Pass128,259 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    128,259 miles
    Test number
    420583490179
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  18. Fail128,259 miles (+297)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,259 miles
    Test number
    970630990199
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  19. Pass127,962 miles12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    127,962 miles
    Test number
    723451248242
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront axle , diff. pinion oil seal damp
  20. Fail127,962 miles (+3,686)1 failure12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,962 miles
    Test number
    363090448201
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront axle , diff. pinion oil seal damp
  21. Pass124,276 miles (+11,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    124,276 miles
    Test number
    861616807232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear chassie corroded both sides
  22. Pass113,216 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    113,216 miles
    Test number
    250567206258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

Questions about T38 BNL

Does T38 BNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T38 BNL is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T38 BNL?
The MOT on T38 BNL is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T38 BNL done?
T38 BNL was recorded at 173,420 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 3,095 miles a year.
Has T38 BNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 BNL has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on T38 BNL 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 T38 BNL find?
T38 BNL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front axle corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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