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Green and Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T43 LUTMOT history

T43 LUT is a green and black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 122,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,238 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 LUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 LUT was last recorded at 122,238 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,943 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
1,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,238 miles
  • 2025 – 121,943 miles
  • 2024 – 121,771 miles
  • 2023 – 121,467 miles
  • 2022 – 120,991 miles
  • 2021 – 120,699 miles
  • 2020 – 120,033 miles
  • 2019 – 119,599 miles
  • 2018 – 119,381 miles
  • 2017 – 119,229 miles
  • 2016 – 119,046 miles
  • 2015 – 118,037 miles
  • 2014 – 117,673 miles
  • 2013 – 117,048 miles
  • 2012 – 116,351 miles
  • 2011 – 111,312 miles
  • 2010 – 107,719 miles
  • 2008 – 94,696 miles
  • 2007 – 90,450 miles
  • 2006 – 83,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,238 miles
  • DangerousFront brake disks corroding between surfaces in cooling vents
  • AdvisoryFront brake callipers both corroded
  • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals both damp from leaking and corroded.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wing support brace corroded and broken

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.

  • All chassis and suspension components heavily painted in underseal not allowing full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded All coil springs and bass plates

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish and split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner hub oil seal leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner hub seal retaining plate corroded and split.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,238 miles (+295)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,238 miles
    Test number
    253621167832
    • DangerousFront brake disks corroding between surfaces in cooling vents
    • AdvisoryFront brake callipers both corroded
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals both damp from leaking and corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wing support brace corroded and broken
  2. Pass121,943 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,943 miles
    Test number
    544278959458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,771 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    121,771 miles
    Test number
    676714827901
    • AdvisoryAll chassis and suspension components heavily painted in underseal not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs and bass plates (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish and split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner hub oil seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner hub seal retaining plate corroded and split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing split open (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator top cowling cover not fully secured,
  4. Fail121,771 miles (+304)2 dangerous9 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,771 miles
    Test number
    710506415634
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak steering damper (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis corrosion hole. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis and suspension components heavily painted in underseal not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs and bass plates (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish and split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner hub oil seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner hub seal retaining plate corroded and split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing split open (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator top cowling cover not fully secured,
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
  5. Pass121,467 miles (+476)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,467 miles
    Test number
    311951433464
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and offside tie rod ball joints (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass120,991 miles (+292)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,991 miles
    Test number
    443563153532
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers judder (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage damp by crossmember (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged both belts have numerous teeth marks (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover loose (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount rigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged both buckles chewed by dog (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger to body mount corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair very low reading and disc faces corroded (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced complete chassis signs of corrosion and protective coating flaking off (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass120,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,699 miles
    Test number
    962349402928
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail120,699 miles (+666)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,699 miles
    Test number
    946059916467
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Light switch will not lock in on position (4.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass120,033 miles (+434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,033 miles
    Test number
    449703004119
    • AdvisoryRear brake disks corroded
  10. Pass119,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,599 miles
    Test number
    564547172908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,599 miles (+218)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,599 miles
    Test number
    815271240550
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass119,381 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,381 miles
    Test number
    240751973963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,229 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,229 miles
    Test number
    291626188012
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail119,228 miles (+182)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,228 miles
    Test number
    561934414944
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front spot lamp inoperative.
  15. Pass119,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,046 miles
    Test number
    116106457362
    • AdvisoryCrack in near side front lower corner of windscreen behind stickers
    • AdvisoryOff side rear and both front tyres starting to crack and perish.
  16. Fail119,046 miles (+1,009)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,046 miles
    Test number
    237037194105
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCrack in near side front lower corner of windscreen behind stickers
    • AdvisoryOff side rear and both front tyres starting to crack and perish.
  17. Pass118,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    883093830798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' behind stickers (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail118,037 miles (+3)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    722813193848
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' behind stickers (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail118,034 miles (+361)15 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,034 miles
    Test number
    845187985126
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteReapeater lamps both starting to fade white.
    • NoteRear disks hevely pitted and corroded.
  20. Pass117,673 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,673 miles
    Test number
    349884704287
    • NoteAll brake pipes starting to corrode.
    • NoteChassis corroding.
    • NoteNear side front-rear track rod end gaiter cracking.
    • NoteRear disk faces all corroded slightly.
  21. Fail117,673 miles (+625)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,673 miles
    Test number
    838184304294
    • Repaired at testSteering linkage inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)
    • NoteAll brake pipes starting to corrode.
    • NoteChassis corroding.
    • NoteNear side front-rear track rod end gaiter cracking.
    • NoteRear disk faces all corroded slightly.
  22. Pass117,048 miles (+697)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,048 miles
    Test number
    437094203206
    • NoteFront brake pipes on both calipers corroding.
    • NoteFront suspension top hat sections both corroding.
    • NoteOff side rear shock absorbers slight play in mounting.
    • NoteRear bump stops missing.
  23. Pass116,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    116,351 miles
    Test number
    545497632243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail116,351 miles (+5,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,351 miles
    Test number
    996586932225
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  25. Pass111,312 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    111,312 miles
    Test number
    728780521299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    107,719 miles
    Test number
    553812820268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail107,719 miles (+5,094)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,719 miles
    Test number
    974931120279
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. Pass102,625 miles (+7,929)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,625 miles
    Test number
    153439320024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass94,696 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    982790738302
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  30. Pass90,450 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    90,450 miles
    Test number
    472871137455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail83,405 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,405 miles
    Test number
    324562016267
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  32. Pass83,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    83,405 miles
    Test number
    753402316243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T43 LUT

Does T43 LUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T43 LUT is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T43 LUT?
The MOT on T43 LUT is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T43 LUT done?
T43 LUT was recorded at 122,238 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 1,941 miles a year.
Has T43 LUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 LUT has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T43 LUT 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 T43 LUT find?
T43 LUT passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 3 advisories: front brake disks corroding between surfaces in cooling vents; front brake callipers both corroded; front hub oil seals both damp from leaking and corroded., and 1 more.

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