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Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T38 NNTMOT history

T38 NNT is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 119,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
119,031 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 NNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 NNT was last recorded at 119,031 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 3,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,273 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,758 miles
Average per year
3,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,031 miles
  • 2025 – 115,273 miles
  • 2024 – 112,985 miles
  • 2023 – 108,586 miles
  • 2022 – 105,417 miles
  • 2021 – 103,673 miles
  • 2020 – 102,579 miles
  • 2018 – 98,722 miles
  • 2017 – 94,792 miles
  • 2016 – 90,101 miles
  • 2015 – 85,375 miles
  • 2014 – 80,936 miles
  • 2013 – 76,682 miles
  • 2012 – 72,406 miles
  • 2011 – 67,805 miles
  • 2010 – 63,470 miles
  • 2009 – 60,571 miles
  • 2008 – 54,169 miles
  • 2007 – 48,508 miles
  • 2006 – 45,750 miles
  • 2005 – 43,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,031 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,031 miles (+3,758)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    119,031 miles
    Test number
    646952623869
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass115,273 miles (+2,288)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,273 miles
    Test number
    715568009328
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel hub slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass112,985 miles (+47)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,985 miles
    Test number
    155017778698
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively PROP REAR JOINT (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail112,938 miles (+4,352)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,938 miles
    Test number
    892176557343
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play FRONT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively PROP REAR JOINT (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,586 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,586 miles
    Test number
    144097779217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail108,578 miles (+3,161)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,578 miles
    Test number
    855030229477
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass105,417 miles (+1,744)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    105,417 miles
    Test number
    866145785815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security And main (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass103,673 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    103,673 miles
    Test number
    567500835740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,579 miles (+3,857)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,579 miles
    Test number
    191076323491
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass98,722 miles (+3,930)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    676138316573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,792 miles (+4,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,792 miles
    Test number
    186281905833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass90,101 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,101 miles
    Test number
    307818243642
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside front steering damper bush

  13. Fail90,078 miles (+4,703)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,078 miles
    Test number
    423208815942
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside front steering damper bush

  14. Pass85,375 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    85,375 miles
    Test number
    579226927043
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail85,368 miles (+4,432)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,368 miles
    Test number
    784364372286
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play Steering box drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass80,936 miles (+19)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,936 miles
    Test number
    789693334286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLeak from offside front constant velocity joint
    • NoteLeak from transmission brake
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  17. Fail80,917 miles (+4,235)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,917 miles
    Test number
    659552934211
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLeak from offside front constant velocity joint
    • NoteLeak from transmission brake
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded

  18. Pass76,682 miles (+4,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,682 miles
    Test number
    617268313216
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass72,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,406 miles
    Test number
    699828322227
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Fail72,406 miles (+4,601)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,406 miles
    Test number
    879068222237
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass67,805 miles (+80)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,805 miles
    Test number
    728347321247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail67,725 miles (+4,255)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    566751821230
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass63,470 miles (+2,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,470 miles
    Test number
    144473020292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass60,571 miles (+6,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,571 miles
    Test number
    503449229242
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass54,169 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,169 miles
    Test number
    390113138270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,508 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,508 miles
    Test number
    354314037266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,750 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,750 miles
    Test number
    783163236249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    580167335271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T38 NNT

Does T38 NNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T38 NNT is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T38 NNT?
The MOT on T38 NNT is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T38 NNT done?
T38 NNT was recorded at 119,031 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 3,607 miles a year.
Has T38 NNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 NNT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T38 NNT 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 NNT find?
T38 NNT passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 6 more.

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