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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T459 MECMOT history

T459 MEC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 124,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,150 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 MEC
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 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T459 MEC was last recorded at 124,150 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,135 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,150 miles
  • 2025 – 118,325 miles
  • 2024 – 114,672 miles
  • 2023 – 114,654 miles
  • 2022 – 110,422 miles
  • 2021 – 110,234 miles
  • 2020 – 108,269 miles
  • 2019 – 103,622 miles
  • 2018 – 102,844 miles
  • 2017 – 99,873 miles
  • 2015 – 98,868 miles
  • 2014 – 95,452 miles
  • 2013 – 90,915 miles
  • 2012 – 86,382 miles
  • 2011 – 81,479 miles
  • 2010 – 76,444 miles
  • 2009 – 70,953 miles
  • 2008 – 64,934 miles
  • 2007 – 59,943 miles
  • 2006 – 53,803 miles
  • 2005 – 47,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,150 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced dumb iron (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Centre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,150 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,150 miles
    Test number
    977323972441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced dumb iron (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail124,135 miles (+5,810)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,135 miles
    Test number
    217059410511
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulk head out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced dumb iron (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,325 miles (+3,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,325 miles
    Test number
    471862378958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall condition

  4. Pass114,672 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,672 miles
    Test number
    164139083801
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slight oil leak

  5. Fail114,670 miles (+16)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,670 miles
    Test number
    808240685144
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slight oil leak

  6. Fail114,654 miles (+4,232)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,654 miles
    Test number
    864490382978
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody component corroded and likely to cause injury Offside step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,422 miles (+188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,422 miles
    Test number
    552319919350
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember and around tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to step on inner tread
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  8. Pass110,234 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,234 miles
    Test number
    744740404691
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  9. Fail110,232 miles (+1,963)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,232 miles
    Test number
    434726210029
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,269 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,269 miles
    Test number
    406020687528
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail108,266 miles (+4,644)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    887987778388
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,622 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,622 miles
    Test number
    456451753033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,844 miles
    Test number
    296709236901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,844 miles (+2,971)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,844 miles
    Test number
    198773672606
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected marked (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected marked (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  15. Pass99,873 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,873 miles
    Test number
    895560800768
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass99,806 miles (+938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,806 miles
    Test number
    444356699422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn rear propshaft front universal joint

  17. Pass98,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,868 miles
    Test number
    239523971458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail98,868 miles (+15)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,868 miles
    Test number
    310839477354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail98,853 miles (+3,401)1 dangerous7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,853 miles
    Test number
    556528203925
    • DangerousFront propshaft universal joints worn to excess
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNsf swivel seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lamp bulb not working

  20. Pass95,452 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    229883444307
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail95,452 miles (+4,537)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    755543144390
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass90,915 miles (+4,533)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,915 miles
    Test number
    339284743351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  23. Pass86,382 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    86,382 miles
    Test number
    768471742338
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Fail86,382 miles (+4,903)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,382 miles
    Test number
    557671542398
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass81,479 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    446292041455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  26. Fail81,479 miles (+5,035)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    905552441302
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  27. Pass76,444 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    76,444 miles
    Test number
    692043540346
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNear side rear wing support broken

  28. Fail76,444 miles (+5,491)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,444 miles
    Test number
    414153640431
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNear side rear wing support broken

  29. Pass70,953 miles (+6,019)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,953 miles
    Test number
    100334049316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end boot split (front one)

  30. Pass64,934 miles (+4,991)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,934 miles
    Test number
    393214548379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear propshaft rear u/j has slight play
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play

  31. Pass59,943 miles (+6,140)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,943 miles
    Test number
    463315747310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,803 miles (+6,359)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,803 miles
    Test number
    990458346301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass47,444 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    47,444 miles
    Test number
    404316935410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Fail47,444 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,444 miles
    Test number
    832396235300
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T459 MEC

Does T459 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T459 MEC is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T459 MEC?
The MOT on T459 MEC is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T459 MEC done?
T459 MEC was recorded at 124,150 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,808 miles a year.
Has T459 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 MEC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T459 MEC 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 T459 MEC find?
T459 MEC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced dumb iron.

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